Zurich North America

ELE Group, LLC

<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap" style="text-align: left;"><strong>Session Focus:  </strong>A peer design charrette focused on moving AI adoption beyond training programs toward shared practice and sustained learning.</p>
<p data-start="3246" data-end="3459">Many organizations can launch AI upskilling. Far fewer build the change conditions that make it stick—<strong>communication, manager support, and reinforcement</strong> in real work.
This design charrette builds on insights from Kate Haney’s October  <a href="https://www.ele.llc/insights/ai-practical-lab-from-whiteboard-to-workflow">✨ AI Practical Lab: From Whiteboard to Workflow</a> and recent community discussions around enterprise AI deployment.</p>

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<p data-start="3246" data-end="3459"><strong data-start="257" data-end="384">Borrowed from architecture, a design charrette brings experienced practitioners together to solve complex problems quickly.</strong><br data-start="384" data-end="387" />ELE Design Charrettes—introduced by <a href="https://www.ele.llc/members/alaska-fu">Alaska Fu</a>, ELE’s Experience Designer—are focused, peer-powered working conversations that help leaders co-create and refine practical approaches in <strong data-start="573" data-end="590">50–90 minutes</strong>.</p>
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<p data-start="3461" data-end="3753">Together, we’ll examine what it takes to move AI adoption from training to <strong data-start="751" data-end="770">shared practice</strong>—where communication, support, and reinforcement drive real use. The focus is not on vendor selection, but on how leaders create conditions for experimentation, feedback, and real use.</p>
<p data-start="3461" data-end="3753"><img class="aligncenter wp-image-44503" src="https://wp.ele.llc/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/ELE-POV-AIQ-EQ-IQ.png" alt="Diagram showing AIQ overlapping with IQ and EQ, illustrating how AI-enabled human judgment drives performance." width="699" height="393" /></p>
<p data-start="3755" data-end="3871">Expect thoughtful peer input, design questions, and early patterns leaders can adapt inside their own organizations.</p>
<p data-start="269" data-end="564">In our October AI Practical Lab, Kate Haney—leading enterprise AI reskilling at Zurich North America for more than a year—shared what’s working (and what’s stalling) in real organizations. One insight resonated deeply across the group:</p>

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<p data-start="566" data-end="671">Successful AI upskilling isn’t just about training programs—it’s about communication, support, and real success stories that make it stick.</p>
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That insight frames the AI Transformation model below—and why human-centered transformation requires far more than content or tools.

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<strong>Who Should Join</strong>

Leaders who are past <strong data-start="541" data-end="566">experimenting with AI</strong> and now wrestling with a harder question: <em>Why isn’t it sticking?</em>
<p data-start="637" data-end="1042">If you’re responsible for <strong data-start="663" data-end="718">scaling AI use across managers, teams, or functions</strong>—and you’re seeing <em>uneven adoption, stalled momentum, or “great tools, little behavior change</em>”—you’ll be in the right room. This is especially relevant for HR, talent, learning, and transformation leaders who know AI adoption is <em>no longer a training problem, but a practice, support, and reinforcement</em> challenge.</p>
<strong>How This Works</strong>

This 50-minute ELE <strong>Design Charrette</strong> isn’t a presentation. It opens with a short framing insight, then quickly moves into <strong data-start="1213" data-end="1226">peer work</strong>. Participants compare notes on what actually<em> shifts behavior at scale</em>—how communication, manager support, and real success stories accelerate adoption, and where well-intended efforts quietly break down.
<p data-start="1436" data-end="1605">You’ll leave with <strong data-start="1454" data-end="1503">clearer design patterns and sharper questions</strong>—not a framework to admire, but <strong data-start="1535" data-end="1579">practical </strong><em>moves you can test immediately </em>inside your organization.</p>
<p data-start="125" data-end="383"><strong>Join the ELE Conversation</strong>
These every-other-Friday discussions are part of ELE’s ongoing peer exchange for leaders shaping talent and work in the AI era. Come ready to listen, contribute, and learn alongside peers testing ideas in real organizations and sharing what they’re learning.</p>
<p data-start="125" data-end="383">Recordings are posted to <a href="https://www.ele.llc/insights"><strong data-start="511" data-end="527">ELE Insights</strong></a> within 2–4 business days.</p>

Design Charrette: From AI Adoption to Shared Practice at Scale

single-event

future of work

learning strategy

Your Teams

Learning Circles

digital transformation

tracey.wik

teri.hart

innovation

Change Management

upskilling

talent development

Complimentary

online event

complimentary event

Culture Change

communication

collaboration

jason.gallo

Future of Work

Engagement &amp; Culture

continuous learning

reskilling

organizational change

peer-learning

L&amp;D

HR leaders

AI in HR

AI transformation

workplace adaptation

AI Adoption

knowledge sharing

michael.hruska

actionable insights

practical strategies

cindy.pinkstaffmiller

AI literacy

alaska.fu

1Q2026

AI maturity

manager capability

AI and learning

AI reskilling

ai resk

Design Charrette

reframing hr

scaling AI

practice at scale

reinforcement

manager support

Abbott

For senior HR and L&amp;D leaders, the greatest challenge isn't implementing change, but managing the <b>cumulative human exhaustion</b> from <i>constant</i> change. As <b>Jennifer Rainey</b>, IT Change Management Leader at Abbott, emphasized, "Change is no longer an event. It's the environment we live in."

This session delivered a powerful, practical case study on how Abbott IT successfully navigated large-scale transformations by embedding <b>human-centered methodologies</b>—shifting focus from process compliance to <b>people adoption and empowerment</b>.
<h3>Key Takeaways for Talent and L&amp;D Leaders:</h3>
<ul>
 	<li><b>The Power of Behavioral Economics:</b> Attendees learned how to leverage behavioral science to identify the <b>specific human barriers</b> to adoption (e.g., status quo bias, loss aversion) and design targeted interventions that move people from passive resistance to active acceptance.</li>
 	<li><b>The Three Pillars of Change Success:</b> The session detailed Abbott's successful framework for managing concurrent change waves, focusing on:
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 	<li><b>Sponsorship Alignment:</b> Ensuring senior leaders don't just <i>approve</i> change but <b>actively model</b> the new behaviors.</li>
 	<li><b>Stakeholder Empathy:</b> Using deep listening and feedback loops to tailor communications and training, rather than delivering generic mandates.</li>
 	<li><b>Adoption Measurement:</b> Moving beyond system completion rates to measure the <b>quality of skill application</b> and the true adoption of new ways of working.</li>
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 	<li><b>Building the Muscle of Adaptability:</b> The core insight was that the goal is not just to survive the current change, but to build organizational <b>adaptability</b> as a core, measurable capability—preparing the workforce to <b>innovate and adapt</b> continuously.</li>
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This post-session review provides the blueprint for leaders to replace generic change models with a human-centric approach that secures adoption, reduces employee burnout, and ensures strategic IT investments deliver on their business value.

Innovate and Adapt | A Human-Centered Approach to Managing and Leading Change in Abbott IT

leadership

Leadership

leadership development

Learning Agility

Talent Strategy

psychological safety

emmployee engagement

CHIE2025

jennifer.rainey

future skills

adaptability

HR leadership

Change Readiness

hybrid work

adaptive leadership

innovation culture

Coaching Culture

human-centered design

Innovate and Adapt

Leading Change

Navigating Change

wellbeing at work

empathy mapping

<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap"><strong data-start="318" data-end="352">The workforce is changing fast</strong>—with an estimated 78 million new jobs expected globally by 2030, widening skill gaps, and the rise of AI as a “cognitive industrial revolution.” In this environment, adaptability isn’t optional; it’s the core of how we work.</p>

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<p data-start="581" data-end="737"><strong data-start="581" data-end="636">This video discussion provided a powerful reminder:</strong> in a world accelerating with AI, change, and complexity, adaptability starts—and ends—with people.</p>

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<p data-start="740" data-end="873">“Even in the age of AI, we’re human beings at heart—and our work must always be human-focused.” — <em data-start="846" data-end="871"><a href="https://www.ele.llc/members/jennifer-rainey" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jennifer Rainey</a>, Abbott</em></p>
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<p data-start="875" data-end="1060">Jennifer challenged us to rethink empathy not as sentiment, but as a <em data-start="951" data-end="967">strategic tool</em> for leading transformation. When teams feel seen and supported, agility follows naturally.</p>
<p data-start="1062" data-end="1433">From redefining inclusion to designing AI-enabled learning that stays human-centered, participants explored how connection and adaptability go hand in hand. This conversation offered practical, human-centered strategies for building future-ready talent systems—where empathy fuels innovation, belonging drives performance, and AI enhances (not replaces) human judgment.</p>


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<h3 data-start="1440" data-end="1462">🔑 Key Takeaways</h3>
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<p data-start="1465" data-end="1571"><strong data-start="1465" data-end="1496">Empathy drives performance.</strong> It’s the foundation for psychological safety, inclusion, and innovation.</p>
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<p data-start="1574" data-end="1683"><strong data-start="1574" data-end="1609">AI should amplify, not replace.</strong> Use it to personalize learning, surface insights, and scale capability.</p>
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<p data-start="1686" data-end="1793"><strong data-start="1686" data-end="1710">Connection is a KPI.</strong> Loneliness and isolation are now measurable business risks in hybrid workplaces.</p>
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<p data-start="1796" data-end="1894"><strong data-start="1796" data-end="1824">Agility defines success.</strong> Build just-in-time learning labs and iterate like product teams do.</p>
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<p data-start="1897" data-end="2013"><strong data-start="1897" data-end="1923">Inclusion must evolve.</strong> Extend belonging to neurodivergent employees, caregivers, and all who work differently.</p>
</li>
 	<li style="text-align: left;"><strong data-start="1897" data-end="1923">Transforming culture starts with being human.</strong> <a href="https://www.ele.llc/members/azizeh-constantinescu" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Azizeh Elias Constantinescu</a> expands on this in her latest book, which shows how servant leadership and empathy can heal toxic cultures and help people—and performance—flourish.
<img class="aligncenter" src="https://wp.ele.llc/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Becoming-a-Human-Organization-book.jpg" alt="" /></li>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.ele.llc/members/bookshelf/becoming-a-human-organization-transforming-work-touching-lives" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Becoming a Human Organization: Transforming Work, Touching Lives</a></p>


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<h3 data-start="2020" data-end="2046">🚀 Practical Actions</h3>
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<p data-start="2049" data-end="2158">Integrate <strong data-start="2059" data-end="2078">empathy mapping</strong> into change and learning design to see programs through your employees’ eyes.</p>
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<p data-start="2161" data-end="2250">Equip managers as <strong data-start="2179" data-end="2205">connection multipliers</strong> who create psychological safety and trust.</p>
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<p data-start="2253" data-end="2360">Use <strong data-start="2257" data-end="2269">AI tools</strong> like Copilot or NotebookLM to automate administrative tasks and personalize development.</p>
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<p data-start="2363" data-end="2470">Redesign “return-to-office” strategies around <strong data-start="2409" data-end="2443">purposeful moments that matter</strong>, not attendance metrics.</p>
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<p data-start="2473" data-end="2589">Launch <strong data-start="2480" data-end="2508">bite-sized learning labs</strong> to close emerging skills gaps quickly and keep capability building continuous.</p>
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<p data-start="2596" data-end="2772">In an era when technology moves faster than people can adapt, empathy becomes a competitive advantage.<br data-start="2698" data-end="2701" />Jennifer’s words still resonate: <em data-start="2734" data-end="2770">empathy isn’t soft—it’s strategic.</em></p>
<p data-start="2774" data-end="2916">Join the ongoing conversation in the <a href="https://www.ele.llc/idea-exchange" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ELE Idea Exchange</a> as we explore how empathy, AI, and adaptability are reshaping talent development.</p>

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Innovate and Adapt: Reimagining Talent Development for a Changing Workforce

dirk.tussing

azizeh.constantinescu

edward.desrosiers

marty.murrillo

matt.sernaker

diana.anderson

erin.joslin

4Q2025

tonja.sasser-bonds

sam.amelio

laura.ruff

Human Synergistics

<p data-start="172" data-end="353">This live discussion provided a compelling, data-driven look at how talent leaders can use assessments and behavioral analytics can drive agile
mindsets and support enterprise transformation.</p>

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<p data-start="431" data-end="539">“We weren’t just changing behaviors—we were holding people accountable to them. If you weren’t going to model the new culture, you might not stay.” -- <a href="https://www.ele.llc/members/angie-zeigler" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Angie Zeigler</a></p>
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<p data-start="529" data-end="682">That one quote captured the clarity—and courage—required to shift culture from aspiration to reality. But it was also reinforced by the bigger picture:</p>

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<p data-start="431" data-end="539">“<em data-start="687" data-end="801">Engagement is just one of the many outcomes of culture—alongside productivity, quality, and intention to stay.</em>” -- <a href="https://www.ele.llc/members/cathleen-cooke" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cathleen Cooke</a>, Human Synergistics</p>
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<p data-start="824" data-end="1216">Her point is a critical reminder: engagement surveys alone don’t give you the full picture. To build a truly high-performing culture, talent leaders must look deeper—at the underlying norms, expectations, and systems shaping behavior. That’s where tools like the Organizational Cultural Inventory® (Human Synergistics’ OCI) come in, helping leaders measure and diagnose where to focus their efforts to make the biggest positive impact on your culture.</p>


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<p data-start="1223" data-end="1276">🔑 <strong data-start="1226" data-end="1274">Key Takeaways for Talent Development Leaders</strong></p>

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<p data-start="1280" data-end="1384"><strong data-start="1280" data-end="1306">Culture is measurable.</strong> Tools like Human Synergistics’ Organizational Cultural Inventory (OCI)
make the invisible visible, enabling targeted interventions.</p>
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<p data-start="1388" data-end="1505"><strong data-start="1388" data-end="1409">Start at the top.</strong> Culture won’t shift unless your senior leaders model and are held accountable for the change.</p>
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<p data-start="1509" data-end="1650"><strong data-start="1509" data-end="1565">Values ≠ behaviors (unless you operationalize them).</strong> Define behaviors clearly and embed them into hiring, development, and performance.</p>
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<p data-start="1654" data-end="1784"><strong data-start="1654" data-end="1683">Don't stop at engagement.</strong> Culture influences everything from turnover to profitability—so build your case with broader data.</p>
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<p data-start="1788" data-end="1943"><strong data-start="1788" data-end="1827">Sustained change needs many levers.</strong> One program won't fix culture. Think systemically: programs, processes, and accountability structures all matter.</p>
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<p data-start="1950" data-end="1989">🎯 <strong data-start="1953" data-end="1987">Practical Actions You Can Take</strong></p>

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<p data-start="1992" data-end="2077">Conduct an OCI or similar assessment to compare your <em data-start="2045" data-end="2052">ideal</em> vs. <em data-start="2057" data-end="2066">current</em> culture.</p>
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<p data-start="2080" data-end="2167">Launch leadership development programs tied directly to the cultural gaps identified.</p>
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<p data-start="2170" data-end="2253">Review your performance management process—does it reward the behaviors you want?</p>
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<p data-start="2256" data-end="2330">Audit hiring and onboarding practices to align with your target culture.</p>
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<p data-start="2333" data-end="2407">Track progress and share stories of change to build momentum and belief.</p>
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<p data-start="2409" data-end="2808">📈 <em data-start="2412" data-end="2482">Companies with thriving cultures grew 682% in revenue over 11 years.</em><br data-start="2482" data-end="2485" />Not because of a one-time initiative—but because they <strong data-start="2539" data-end="2575">measured, aligned, and sustained</strong> their culture work.<br data-start="2595" data-end="2598" />For talent leaders, this is the opportunity—and the challenge: to become the architects of environments where people thrive and performance follows. Culture change isn’t a project. It’s a leadership discipline.</p>

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Culture Change by Design: Using Data to Build Change-Ready Teams

angie.zeigler

performance management

employee engagement

agile mindset

guillermo.gutierrez

data driven talent

organizational development

tamora.martin

peter.hogaboam

talent assessment

workforce planning

HR Strategy

rachel.kaberon

HR Analytics

owen.burns

nicole.defalco

3Q2025

laura.sandera

behavioral analytics

deepa.kartha

talent development strategy

cathleen.cooke

sheri.weaver

people-first leadership

organizational culture inventory

accountability in leadership

culture diagnostics

change-ready teams

constructive culture

business impact of culture

Problem Solutions

Michael Hruska’s keynote wasn’t about the future of AI—it was about the now. In “Thinking AI First,” he made a clear case: it’s time to move beyond the hype and start building AI-powered enterprises that amplify human capabilities, not just automate tasks. Hruska invited us to stop thinking of AI as a tool and start seeing it as a partner—one that unlocks new performance thresholds, creative breakthroughs, and human potential.

<img class="aligncenter wp-image-43033" src="https://wp.ele.llc/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Hruska-Keynote-1.jpg" alt="Thinking AI First: Growing your Augmented Enterprise" width="656" height="445" />
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<p data-start="720" data-end="862"><strong data-start="720" data-end="842">“</strong>AI isn’t just automation—it’s transformation. The real question isn’t what AI can do, but who we can become with it.<strong data-start="720" data-end="842">” </strong>— <a href="https://www.ele.llc/members/michael-hruska" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Michael Hruska</a>, Problem Solutions.</p>
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<p data-start="864" data-end="942">Here are five big takeaways for HR and talent leaders ready to lead the shift:</p>

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<p data-start="946" data-end="1170"><strong data-start="946" data-end="984">Think Augmentation, Not Automation</strong><br data-start="984" data-end="987" />Frame AI as a co-creator that enhances human contribution—not a job taker. This mindset shift is critical to overcoming fear and fostering collaboration between people and machines.</p>
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<p data-start="1174" data-end="1356"><strong data-start="1174" data-end="1192">Build Your AIQ</strong><br data-start="1192" data-end="1195" />Blended intelligence—the fusion of human insight with AI’s speed and memory—isn’t optional. It’s what will drive scalable problem-solving and unlock new value.</p>
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<p data-start="1360" data-end="1584"><strong data-start="1360" data-end="1389">Close the AI Literacy Gap</strong><br data-start="1389" data-end="1392" />70% of AI initiatives fail to scale—often because teams don’t know how to use the tools. Leaders must invest in training across all levels, including prompt engineering and change readiness.</p>
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<p data-start="1588" data-end="1761"><strong data-start="1588" data-end="1629">Free Humans for Higher-Order Thinking</strong><br data-start="1629" data-end="1632" />AI doesn’t just make things faster—it clears the way for creativity by reducing low-value tasks and speeding up project cycles.</p>
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<p data-start="1765" data-end="1953"><strong data-start="1765" data-end="1792">Lead the Cultural Shift</strong><br data-start="1792" data-end="1795" />Adopting AI is less about tools and more about mindset. Build a culture of curiosity, experimentation, and “daily spirals” of learning to stay future-ready.</p>
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<p data-start="1955" data-end="2301"><strong data-start="1955" data-end="2028">Leadership Isn’t Optional—It’s the Engine of AI-Driven Transformation</strong><br data-start="2028" data-end="2031" />Michael’s closing message was clear: AI success hinges on leadership. It’s not just about adopting tools—it’s about designing cultures where AI and people co-evolve. Leaders must model curiosity, invest in AI literacy, and align AI efforts with purpose and performance.</p>
<p data-start="2303" data-end="2434">Without strong leadership, AI remains a stalled pilot. With it, AI becomes a catalyst for growth, creativity, and transformation.</p>
<p data-start="2436" data-end="2605">The future belongs to those who don’t wait for AI to work—but intentionally lead the way, shaping systems where human potential and machine intelligence thrive together.</p>

Thinking AI First: Growing your Augmented Enterprise

Digital &amp; AI

learning culture

workforce development

AI tools

HR Innovation

human AI collaboration

business strategy

artificial intelligence

wise2025

thinking AI first

augmented enterprise

strategic framework

enhanced decision-making

accelerated innovation

improved efficiency

human intelligence

organizational capacity

Augmented Intelligence

<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap" style="text-align: left;"><strong>Session Focus: </strong>Explore practical strategies for navigating, managing, and leading change in today’s environment—where adaptability isn’t optional, it’s the core of how we work.</p>

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The workforce is changing fast—with an estimated <strong>78 million new jobs expected globally by 2030</strong>, pervasive <strong>skill gaps</strong>, and the rise of AI as a "cognitive industrial revolution." In this highly dynamic environment, adaptability isn't optional; it's the core of how we work.

Access this discussion with Jennifer Rainey to explore practical, human-centered strategies for talent development. The discussion covers critical trends, from rapid job transformation to the business risk posed by loneliness in the workforce. You'll learn what these trends mean for talent leaders, including the need for programs to be agile, scalable, and future-focused.

Discover how to leverage <strong>Empathy Mapping</strong> as a strategic tool to understand your audience and build inclusive, adaptive programs. The session also details ways to use <strong>AI to enhance</strong>—not replace—human-centered design and decision-making. Learn to deliver <strong>personalized, micro-learning at scale</strong> and integrate fragmented training into cohesive development frameworks. Walk away with actionable ideas to conduct strategic workforce planning and design for connection, psychological safety, and well-being.

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To further explore the power of human-centered leadership and organizational transformation, we encourage you to check out <a href="https://www.ele.llc/members/bookshelf/becoming-a-human-organization-transforming-work-touching-lives" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Becoming a Human Organization, Transforming Work, Touching Lives</a> by Azizeh Constantinescu. Her book offers a unique look at how principles of ancient wisdom can be applied to foster collegial respect, belonging, and growth in today's workplaces.</div>
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<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap">This session will offer HR Talent leaders actionable insights from industry leaders on transforming rigid structures into adaptive networks that empower employees across all levels.</p>
ELE produces this Learning Circle: <strong>Reskilling Talent Development.</strong>

<strong>ELE's <a title="ELE's Idea Exchange" href="/idea-exchange/">Idea Exchange</a>:</strong> Collaborate online with your peers.

business transformation

HR strategies

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<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap" style="text-align: left;"><strong>Session Focus: </strong>Leveraging assessments and behavioral analytics to drive agile mindsets and support enterprise transformation.</p>

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<div class="markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light"><span style="font-size: 16px;">This video discussion will explore how to leverage cutting-edge assessments and behavioral analytics to cultivate agile mindsets within your teams. </span><span style="font-size: 16px;">Discover practical strategies for using data-driven insights to design and implement culture change initiatives that stick. </span></div>
<div class="markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Learn how to build a workforce that not only adapts to change but actively drives it, positioning your organization for sustained success in an evolving business landscape.</span></div>
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<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap">This interactive video discussion will offer HR Talent leaders actionable insights from industry leaders on transforming rigid structures into adaptive networks that empower employees across all levels.</p>
ELE produces this Learning Circle: <strong>Reskilling Talent Development.</strong>

<strong>ELE's <a title="ELE's Idea Exchange" href="/idea-exchange/">Idea Exchange</a>:</strong> Collaborate online with your peers.

team-building

Analytics

enterprise transformation

The CARA Group, Inc.

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<strong>Empowering HR Through People Analytics: Mastering Data Visualization and AI for Impactful Storytelling</strong>

According to Dan Mapes in his book, The Spatial Web, he says,

<em>“Humans respond to and process visual data better than any other type of data. Some statistics suggest that the brain processes images 60,000 times faster than text and that 90% of information processed by the brain is visual.”</em>

This session shed light on how senior HR leaders can harness AI-driven data visualization and storytelling to create greater organizational impact.

By focusing on the intersection of data, visuals, and actionable insights, we explored practical ways to elevate HR strategies. Here are three key takeaways:
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 	<li><strong>Leverage Visual Metaphors for Storytelling</strong>
Replace raw statistics with engaging visual metaphors, like using a “leaky bucket” to depict inefficiencies or a “revolving door” for employee turnover. These visuals not only capture attention but also improve retention and open the door for deeper discussions.</li>
 	<li><strong>Integrate AI Tools for Data-Driven Insights</strong>
Use platforms like ChatGPT or Microsoft Co-Pilot to analyze data, identify trends, and generate visuals that connect to real-world applications. For example, AI can quantify and visualize a 23% improvement in project completion rates after training, making the case for continued investment in workforce development.</li>
 	<li><strong>Support DEI Through Inclusive Visuals</strong>
Visual storytelling can break language barriers and foster diverse perspectives, making it a natural fit for advancing equity and inclusion. Pair visuals with employee stories to deepen emotional connection and engagement.</li>
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<strong>Actionable next steps: </strong>Begin by identifying a current HR challenge—whether it’s employee engagement, retention, or training effectiveness. Use AI tools to analyze your data and craft visuals that not only highlight the issue but also tell a compelling story. Pair these visuals with a clear call to action, ensuring your message drives meaningful conversations and decisions at the leadership table.

How will you leverage AI and visual storytelling to address your organization’s top priorities? Let’s continue the conversation on ELE <a href="https://www.ele.llc/idea-exchange" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Idea Exchange</a>.

AI Practical Lab | Data Visualization and Impactful Storytelling

allyson.carter

Adding Value

brian.steinbauer

data visualization

learning and development

CHIE2024

learning trends

future-ready workforce

HR future

leadership strategy

L&amp;D innovation

GenAI

generative AI

nicholas.leonard

mike.song

ai practical lab

inclusion strategies

Workforce Transformation

HR Tech

data driven HR

AI powered learning

AI-driven insights

visual storytelling

organizational impact

Lake Forest Center for Leadership

<blockquote>"Identify where you can ignite change without direct involvement. Be the spark, not just the hand." -- <a href="https://www.ele.llc/members/jennifer-kern" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jennifer Kern</a></blockquote>
This session offered a comprehensive exploration of the essence of catalyst leadership, emphasizing the pivotal role senior HR talent leaders play in driving organizational transformation. Leading as a catalyst means not merely managing or directing but sparking significant change that aligns with strategic visions.

<strong>Key Takeaways from the Session:</strong>
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 	<li><strong>Empowerment and Strategic Questioning</strong>: Effective leaders empower their teams by asking insightful questions that align with long-term goals, fostering a culture where curiosity and proactive engagement are valued.</li>
 	<li><strong>Building Trust through Delegation</strong>: Delegating strategically allows leaders to concentrate on areas where they can add the most value, encouraging a culture of trust and independence within the team.</li>
 	<li><strong>Sustainable Change</strong>: As catalysts, HR leaders are urged to focus on sustainable change rather than quick fixes, developing systems and cultures that support continuous improvement and long-term success.</li>
 	<li><strong>Utilizing Mental Models</strong>: Leaders should adopt and refine mental models that aid in making strategic decisions, helping clarify complex situations and ensure alignment with the organization’s objectives.</li>
 	<li><strong>Communication and Influence</strong>: The ability to communicate effectively and tell compelling stories about HR initiatives is crucial in securing support and demonstrating the value of the HR function.</li>
 	<li><strong>Reflective Leadership</strong>: Continual self-reflection on personal effectiveness and adaptability as a leader is vital in the dynamic field of HR, ensuring that leadership strategies remain relevant and impactful.</li>
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By embracing these practices, senior HR talent leaders can truly act as catalysts for change, harnessing their unique positions to influence and reshape their organizational landscapes profoundly.

Leading as a Catalyst: Igniting Change in a Rapidly Evolving Landscape

Strategy

jennifer.kern

employee empowerment

Strategic HR

sustainable change

Leadership Effectiveness

Catalyst Leadership

Senior HR Talent

Strategic Delegation

<strong>Session Focus: Learn to transform 60-minute videos into concise articles, key points, and dynamic presentations using AI
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<blockquote>"We must embrace AI to understand its benefits and limitations in our field." - <a href="https://www.ele.llc/members/allyson-carter" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Allyson Carter</a></blockquote>
This session provided critical insights on how AI can transform HR and learning &amp; development (L&amp;D) practices, empowering leaders to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape. The discussion emphasized the importance of integrating AI into everyday workflows, focusing on the practical application of generative AI to improve data presentation and decision-making processes.<strong> </strong>
<blockquote>"Generative AI streamlines data presentation, creating new opportunities through effective prompt engineering." - <a href="https://www.ele.llc/members/nicholas-leonard" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nicholas Leonard</a></blockquote>
Nicholas's quote underscores how AI can not only simplify data handling but also unlock new potential when applied thoughtfully.
<h3>Key Takeaways:</h3>
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 	<li><strong>AI Mastery is Essential for L&amp;D Competitiveness</strong>: To remain competitive, HR leaders must actively develop AI skills, as those without them risk being outpaced by AI-savvy professionals.</li>
 	<li><strong>Effective Data Presentation Drives Impact</strong>: It’s not enough to have data; HR leaders must focus on presenting it clearly and meaningfully to influence positive change. AI tools can assist but need human oversight for optimal results.</li>
 	<li><strong>Experimentation with AI Enhances Learning</strong>: Leaders should encourage their teams to explore AI tools that can automate content creation, improve productivity, and foster innovation in talent development.</li>
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This session encourages senior HR talent leaders to embrace AI as a strategic partner in driving organizational success and improving learning outcomes.

✨ Transforming 60-Minute Videos into Articles, Key Points, and Presentations | AI Practical Labs Series

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chris.edwards

marti.konstant

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