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 interview, you’ll hear:

1. How Ryan McCrea’s interest in IO psychology led to his current career in talent development.
2. What the aspiring manager program looks like, who the program is open to, why the candidates have homework, and how candidates are chosen.
3. The structure of his six-month management program and why it includes an accountability partner.
4. His approach to creating creative solutions in talent development to meet the needs of an organization.
5. How “Commerce for You” has created job opportunities within the bank and employees are finding their paths.
6. Why it’s so important to understand your experiences and recognize that a job may not be a fit for you.
7. The reason leadership needs to remove fear around discussing other roles that may be a better fit for an employee.
8. Where Ryan McCrea sees modern leadership going and what he thinks is important for leaders to be successful today.

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