Join us as Lesley Herald, Fractional HR Director, leads a practical discussion on The Value of Succession Planning for organizations of all sizes.

Succession planning is more than just identifying who is next in line. It is a proactive strategy designed to protect your business and strengthen your talent pipeline. In this session, we’ll break down the fundamentals of succession planning, discuss why it matters (no matter the size of the organization), and discuss how to identify what roles should be part of your plan. You’ll learn simple, practical steps to assess readiness, close skill gaps and build a sustainable plan for developing your future leaders. Participants will leave with a clear understanding of succession planning and action steps to ensure your team is prepared and your business is equipped for long-term success.

Lesley Herald is an accomplished HR and business leader with two decades of experience driving organizational effectiveness, building and supporting effective teams, and elevating employee engagement. She began her career in business leadership roles at two different Fortune 500 companies before transitioning to human resources, where she developed a strong reputation for connecting people strategy to business impact.

Lesley is the founder of Lesley Herald Consulting, a firm that partners with organizations to help them build high-performing teams, strengthen leadership capability and create cultures where people can succeed. Her areas of expertise include leadership development, employee engagement and the full employee experience lifecycle.