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The Future of Talent Institute is a think tank and membership-driven educational & networking endeavor that has been examining the talent world since 2005.
We research the trends, events, and ideas that are changing human resources, talent management, recruiting, learning, work and the work environment.
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The Future of Talent Institute provides early insights and in-depth research into employment trends, demographics, workforce attitudes, organizational structure, and new technologies so that your firm can make faster and better decisions about talent and talent-related issues. Learn more here.
The Future of Talent Institute roots go back to Kevin Wheeler and Eileen Clegg’s work in at Institute for the Future, where they identified talent as a key area of focus. Click here to read details bios of Kevin and Eileen.
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Bringing Tech-Savvy Talent into One of the World’s Oldest Industries
Agriculture is not considered part of “Silicon Valley.” But Monsanto is transforming to become a “digital first” company. VP of Talent and Inclusion & Diversity, Melissa Harper, discusses how Monsanto is embracing technology, and has shifted their brand focus. In her blog, Melissa shares the four steps Monsanto is taking that any organization can learn to become a “digital first” industry leader. Read it here.
The Recruiting Coach – The Future For Recruiters
The Director of Analytics at Korn Ferry Futurestep declares we face a pivotal moment as recruiters. Machine learning and AI are forcing a shift in the role recruiters play, but that technology may not be able to improve retention and employee success. Raghav presents opportunities for human recruiters, and that there are three core areas that recruiters can address that AI cannot. Read the blog by Raghav Singh.
The Totally Doable Way to Provide Career Advice and Growth Opportunities to Every Employee
There is a massive gap between the feedback employees want and what they get from their employers. Jay Hinman, VP of Marketing at Ascendify, addresses this gap and provides two main facets to making meaningful, personalized career growth and guidance for all employees a part of your organization’s talent strategy.

Bringing Tech-Savvy Talent into One of the World’s Oldest Industries
Agriculture is not considered part of “Silicon Valley.” But Monsanto is transforming to become a “digital first” company. VP of Talent and Inclusion & Diversity, Melissa Harper, discusses how Monsanto is embracing technology, and has shifted their brand focus. In her blog, Melissa shares the four steps Monsanto is taking that any organization can learn to become a “digital first” industry leader. Read it here.