Cracking the Code: Securing Senior Leadership Support for Talent Development
Panelists:
Fred Delmhorst, Tia Katz & Beiwen Zhu
Moderator:
David Gilman
Location: Online Zoom Meeting
(Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants.)
Date: Monday, September 29, 2025
Time: 6:30-8:00 pm
Online Networking - 6:30-7pm
Presentation/Q&A - 7-8 pm
Non-Member Registration: $25
Member Registration: $10
Student Registration: Free
No refunds are granted within 24 hours of event.
Program Description:
How do successful learning professionals move beyond delivering great programs to building genuine influence with senior leaders? This engaging panel discussion brings together seasoned practitioners—two internal learning leaders and one external consultant—to share real-world strategies for selling in training initiatives, gaining executive commitment, and building enduring credibility at the top levels of an organization.
The conversation will explore how to make a compelling case for training investments, navigate organizational politics, and demonstrate the business value of learning. Panelists will also share insights on cultivating trusted advisor relationships with senior management—what credibility looks like in action, how to gain access, and the essential practices for sustaining strong partnerships over time.
Whether you are an internal practitioner or a consultant, this session will give you practical, field-tested ideas to elevate your influence and ensure training becomes a strategic priority.
Speaker Bios:
Fred Delmhorst: Executive Vice-President, Chief Talent Officer, Chubb
Tia Katz: CEO at HU-X
Beiwen Zhu (pronounced Bay-One Joo) is Director of Leadership & Talent Management at Dynatrace, a global technology company, where she leads initiatives in succession planning, leadership development, 360° feedback, and global mentoring. Based in Connecticut, she brings an industry-agnostic lens shaped by prior roles at Deloitte, EY, AstraZeneca, Bridgewater Associates, Booking Holdings, and NYU Langone. Beiwen is passionate about fostering inclusive cultures and empowering individuals to grow, shift mindsets, and transform behaviors through impactful programs and personalized coaching. She holds a BA in Psychology from Skidmore College and an MA in Organizational Psychology from Columbia University.
David Gilman: President, Gilman Performance Systems. Inc.