Bill Conaty

Bill Conaty, former top HR executive at GE and co-author of The Talent Masters, shares his extensive expertise on talent development. He emphasizes the crucial role of HR in integrating with business functions and the need for organizations to actively cultivate talent. Discussing the evolution of employee engagement at GE, he critiques traditional evaluation systems like 'rank and yank,' advocating for a more supportive approach to retention. Conaty also highlights the importance of trust and tailored career paths in developing future leaders.