This is a chance to get real-world best practices regarding the selection and development of researchers to enable them to make greater contributions to their employers. This is a rapidly growing area of recruiting and one many corporations have underused in the past. It's getting more expensive to generate candidate names, so this session will not only help you gain a competitive advantage but will hopefully save you money as well.

• Why building this resource is strategically significant.
• Defining competencies that predispose people to succeed.
• Why mentoring and communities of practice are critical to success.
• The case for ongoing internal and external active development and why it's not optional.
• The potential to leverage the research skill as a portal to senior leadership positions; it's not as far fetched as one might believe!
• Creating an environment where your Researchers can excel and how to coach them to rapid development.