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Future-ready talent - building your bench through mentorship, sponsorship and succession planning

As workforce needs continue to change, employers are thinking differently about how to retain talent, prepare for transitions, and grow employees from within. Mentorship, sponsorship, and succession planning are three practical strategies that can help organizations strengthen internal talent pipelines, adapt to changing workforce needs, and prepare for the future of work.
 
This Workforce Wednesday will explore how employers can support employee growth, create clearer pathways for advancement, transfer institutional knowledge, and prepare for future leadership or critical-role needs. The conversation will focus on practical ideas organizations can consider, whether they are just beginning this work or looking to strengthen existing efforts.
 
Participants will hear perspectives on how intentional talent development can support retention, continuity, and long-term workforce readiness.

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Future-ready talent - building your bench through mentorship, sponsorship and succession planning

Date

September 02, 2026

Time

11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Location

Online

Presented by

Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)

Cost

no-cost

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