Webinar 48. OD&C Management: Top Trends for the Future

In this fast-paced and ever-evolving business environment, organizations must stay ahead of trends to remain competitive and agile. This webinar, titled "Organization Development and Change Management: Top Trends for the Future," will provide participants with an insightful exploration of the latest and most impactful trends shaping the fields of OD and Change Management.
Objectives
1. Understand Emerging Trends: Participants will gain a clear understanding of the emerging trends that are influencing the future of OD and Change Management, enabling them to anticipate and adapt to changes in their organizations.
2. Explore Technology’s Role: The webinar will delve into how digital transformation, AI, and other technological advancements are reshaping the way organizations manage change and develop their people and processes.
3. Learn About New Models and Frameworks: Participants will be introduced to cutting-edge models and frameworks that are helping organizations navigate the complexities of change in a more dynamic and responsive manner.
4. Focus on Human-Centric Approaches: The talk will highlight the growing emphasis on human-centric strategies in change management, including the importance of emotional intelligence, employee engagement, and leadership development in driving successful change.
5. Discuss Real-World Applications: The session will include case studies and real-world examples of organizations that have successfully implemented innovative OD and Change Management practices, providing practical insights that participants can apply in their own contexts.
Presentation Outline
I. Introduction and Context Setting
II. Emerging Trends in Organization Development
III. The Role of Technology in Change Management
IV. New Models and Frameworks for the Future
V. Human-Centric Approaches in Change Management
VI. Q&A and Closing Remarks
Presenter Bio
William J. Rothwell, Ph.D., DBA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, RODC, FLMI, CPTD Fellow is Distinguished Professor in the Workforce Education and Development program in the Department of Learning and Performance Systems on the University Park campus of The Pennsylvania University. Before becoming a professor, he had nearly 20 years of practical work experience in OD and HR in government and in a multinational business. Since arriving at Penn State University in 1993, he has established 3 consulting companies, 1 personal care home for the elderly, 1 motel, and 1 company to rent vacation home. He is author, coauthor, editor, or co-editor of 164 books and has presented 1,600 talks on every continent except Antarctica. He won the 2022 OD Network Lifetime Achievement Award.
Aileen G. Zaballero, PhD, CPTD is a senior partner of Rothwell & Associates (R&A) with a dual-title Ph.D. in Workforce Education and Comparative International Education from Penn State. She has been a Certified Professional in Talent Development since 2009. She led a project to examine instructional design competencies; was a researcher and subject matter expert (SME) in developing a competency model and career map for the Advance Commercial Building Workforce (ACBW); and was part of the team that developed ATD's Talent Development Framework. Aileen recently co-authored Revolutionizing the Online Learning Journey (2024) and the Successful Supervisory Leadership Series (2024 and 2023).
Farhan Sadique, PhD, SHRM_CP, CCSP Farhan Sadique is an Assistant Professor of Adult Learning and Leadership at Kansas State University and Chief of Research at Rothwell & Associates (R&A). He holds a Ph.D. in Workforce Education and Development from Pennsylvania State University, along with Graduate Certificates in OD&C Essentials and Consulting Skills from Penn State. He was recognized as an Emerging OD Practitioner by the Organization Development Network in 2023. Dr. Sadique has trained over 300 professionals and authored several books, including "Revolutionizing the Online Learning Journey: 1,500 Ways to Increase Engagement" (2024). His innovative training methods, such as micro-learning and simulation-based role play, effectively bridge the gap between theory and practice.