Case Study
Wednesday, March 26
09:35 AM - 10:00 AM
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Blending talent management with executive scouting to identify and develop the right leaders for critical roles within the organization is Novartis’ unique hybrid approach to succession planning. By focusing on both internal and external talent, this strategy ensures that succession gaps are filled with precision and foresight. We will discuss how to identify high-impact roles, assess internal talent, and leverage external insights when internal candidates are not available. With a collaborative approach between leadership development and talent acquisition, this presentation will provide a comprehensive strategy for building sustainable leadership pipelines and ensuring organizational success.
In this presentation you will learn:
Erin Krolikiewicz is an accomplished HR leader with over 20 years of experience in talent management, acquisition, and executive search. As the Global Head of Precision Talent and Executive Scouting at Novartis, Erin leads a cross-functional team focused on identifying and securing top-tier talent for the organization. Under her leadership, Novartis has saved approximately $70 million in cost avoidance fees by pioneering a best-in-class talent scouting strategy and implementing innovative talent practices across the company.
Erin's expertise spans talent acquisition, executive search, HR analytics, leadership coaching, and strategic leadership initiatives. She is a certified ICF coach with a mission to stimulate growth and development at all levels of the organization. Erin is also an active PRIDE Ambassador and a member of Chief, a network for women leaders.
Her leadership and visionary approach to talent management have contributed to Novartis' ongoing success, enabling the company to attract, retain, and develop the best global talent to drive strategic growth.