Transforming Leadership through Purposeful Actions

Trent Savage, the Chief Human Resources Officer for Mountain America Credit Union, discusses the importance of learning and development in the post-pandemic era. He emphasizes the need to create a learning culture and a development mindset within organizations, engaging business leaders and demonstrating the compelling urgency for continuous learning.

Trent highlights the evolving expectations and challenges faced by HR and learning executives, stressing the need to connect learning to the business and leverage technology for meaningful engagement. He also draws inspiration from leaders like Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk, recognizing their business acumen and their emphasis on continuous learning and adaptability.

Overall, Trent’s insights shed light on the crucial role of learning and development in driving organizational success in today’s dynamic landscape.

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