In this episode of THE TALENT DEVELOPMENT HOT SEAT, Andy’s guest is Ryan McCrea. Ryan McCrea has focused his career on making an impact on organizations by helping them maximize and develop their talent. His areas of expertise include strategic talent management, talent and leadership development, mentoring, connecting others, consulting and coaching leaders at all levels, and telling a compelling story with data. Ryan McCrea is currently the Vice President and Manager of Talent Development at Commerce Bank in St. Louis. He leads the efforts around people growth, including designing corporate-wide professional development resources and initiatives through a program called “Commerce for You.” He has responsibility for building leadership in the organization through three leadership development programs for high-potential team members. The newest program is focused on developing and growing people of color and includes an 18-month mentorship with the top 13 executives in the company.

In this bonus interview, you’ll hear:

1. Ryan McCrea’s proudest career accomplishment and why those four years have been so important to him.
2. His biggest career mistake and why it’s a regret.
3. The biggest challenge he sees in talent development and learning development today.
4. The biggest trend he’s most excited about in learning and development.
5. The book he recommends reading because everyone gets something out of it.
6. The advice he would give to someone looking to accelerate their career.

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