Program Description
We can’t move the organization forward without supporting the individuals within it. This session opens with a clear distinction between Learning & Development and Talent Development—two essential, but often conflated, drivers of organizational growth. Using performance review data as a starting point, we’ll explore how assessments like DiSC can uncover individual gaps, and how coaching, upskilling, leadership development, and succession planning can meet those needs. Most importantly, we’ll embrace the "humanness" of talent development and what people need to feel safe, motivated, and ready to make a difference at every level.
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Meet our Event Hosts
Rachel Schell, is the founder of RASPersonalized Solutions, where she helps organizations turn training into a strategic advantage. With over 15 years of experience in learning and development across healthcare, tech, government, and manufacturing, she specializes in designing engaging, real-world learning solutions that drive impact. Rachel believes training should be more than a requirement – it should be simple, effective, and personalized to each organization’s unique needs.
Giulia Brutesco, P.Eng. is a John Maxwell Certified Coach, Certified Behavioral Consultant, and professional engineer who helps emerging leaders grow into confident, impactful decision-makers. With 15+ years of experience in policy, stakeholder engagement, and organizational strategy, she’s known for turning complex challenges into simple, powerful solutions. As a coach and facilitator, Giulia empowers her clients to lead with clarity, confidence, and impact.
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