Where do you start? Professional growth for OD&D Practitioners

About this event

Wherever you are in your OD journey, explore formal and informal learning with expert guidance

Wherever you are in your Organisation Development journey, this session is for you.

With so many options available, finding the right professional development path can feel overwhelming. Together, we’ll explore both formal and informal learning opportunities, including peer networks, reflective practice, coaching, and on-the-job experiences.

You’ll hear from brilliant guests who are leaders in their fields and have the chance to ask the questions that matter most to you. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to deepen your expertise, this session will give you clarity, actionable insights, and the confidence to shape your professional development journey.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this session, you will be able to:

1. Explore a variety of professional development opportunities, both formal and informal.
2. Align learning opportunities with your current OD&D journey and career aspirations.
3. Gain insights from industry leaders on navigating the OD&D landscape and addressing key challenges.
4. Build clarity and confidence to take the next steps in your professional growth.
5. Develop a deeper understanding of how learning, reflection, and connection can enhance your practice.

Hosted by Garin Rouch and Jade Lane of the CIPD Branch in Central London.

About the speaker

Steve Hearsum

Steve Hearsum is a recognised leader in Organisational Design, Change, and Leadership Development. With extensive experience working across diverse industries, Steve specialises in helping leaders and organisations navigate complexity, improve their impact, and evolve their cultures.

As the author of No Silver Bullet: Bursting the Bubble of the Organisational Quick Fix, Steve is passionate about challenging conventional thinking and fostering meaningful change. His work includes designing leadership and OD programmes for global organisations, consulting on cultural transformation, and supervising practitioners to deepen their impact.

A qualified Consulting & Coaching Supervisor, Steve collaborates with leaders, consultants, and change agents to build capacity and enhance practice. He holds a Master’s in Change Agent Skills & Strategies and certifications in systemic approaches and leadership coaching.

Steve also serves as a trustee for the Tavistock Institute and is on the faculty of the Mayvin Masters in People and OD.

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