TrainingPros is proud to announce that the Senior Leadership Development Program, created in partnership with one of our esteemed financial institution clients, has won the prestigious Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Bronze Award for Best Advance in Senior Manager Development.

Business Conditions and Needs

In the face of rapid global changes, the financial institution faced unprecedented challenges. Leaders needed to navigate 21st-century transformations in talent acquisition, digital demands, hybrid work environments, and evolving societal roles. Traditional leadership paradigms were insufficient in this dynamic landscape, necessitating versatile and adaptive leadership capabilities.

Additionally, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted conventional learning and development initiatives, highlighting the need for creative and virtual learning solutions. These combined challenges and transformations spurred the design, development, and implementation of the senior leadership development program, which began in mid-2021.

Program Overview

The leadership development program was crafted to meet the skill development needs of leaders through an on-demand and just-in-time approach. It provides an engaging, self-directed, peer-connected virtual learning experience tailored for seasoned senior leaders.

The program aims to equip and empower leaders with the transformational mindsets, skillsets, and toolsets needed to align business strategy with leadership behaviors that drive results. The target audience includes approximately 250 senior leaders who lead other leaders across all business lines.

Design and Delivery

Given the limitations imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the program focused on digital and virtual delivery channels. This approach ensures that content is available to leaders on-demand and within the context of their work.

TrainingPros played a crucial role in the program’s success by providing expert contract instructional design resources. Our team listened carefully to the client’s business needs and crafted the requirements for the necessary contract help. We provided several qualified candidates and found the right consultant with the right expertise.

Adoption and Impact

The program has received strong executive support, with participation made mandatory for senior leaders. The response has been overwhelmingly positive, thanks to the diverse content and delivery modalities. The program offers various channels to capture participant feedback, measure learning outcomes, and track behavioral changes.

Future Outlook

Building a custom program tailored to the client’s specific needs and values has proven to be a wise long-term investment. The approach ensures the program remains relevant and impactful for the organization. Moving forward, content curation will continue, with a focus on continuous improvement through feedback. A smaller cohort model will be introduced to guide learners through skill-building tasks, providing deeper involvement and support.

TrainingPros is honored to have partnered with our financial services client in this award-winning endeavor. We remain committed to supporting their ongoing leadership development needs.

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