This award is presented to an individual in the talent development profession who is early in their talent development career (five or fewer years of experience).
This individual is viewed as a leader by peers and colleagues within and outside his or her organization and has demonstrated professional achievements or successes in the early part of his or her career. These achievements may include leading successful projects, managing teams, demonstrating exceptional leadership capabilities, mentoring others in or outside the organization, or other successes.
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Congratulations to this year's winner! The 2024 winner will be announced in March.
2023 One to Watch Recipient
Christian Furler O'Brien
Associate Director, US Oncology Training
BMS
Criteria:
- Evidence that this individual is viewed as a leader by peers and colleagues within and outside their organization
- Demonstration of professional achievements or successes in the early part of individual’s talent development career.
- Achievements may include leading successful projects, managing teams, demonstrating exceptional leadership capabilities, mentoring others in or outside the organization, or other successes.
Eligibility:
Eligible candidates are individuals from within the talent development field. Elected officials are not eligible.
Submission Process:
- Applications are now closed.
- Download the Word version of the application to help you prepare. (Subject to change.)
- Entries are submitted through our online awards portal.
Submit questions to:
Erin Strider
estrider@td.org
Notification:
Winner(s) will be notified by March.
The winner will receive the One to Watch Award at the ATD Awards Ceremony held during the ATD International Conference & Exposition.