Succession planning is often viewed as a defensive tactic, yet it should be the proactive cornerstone of your talent strategy. To future-proof your leadership, you must build a pipeline that is resilient and inclusive. This decisive session reveals the 8 Essential Keys needed to move past basic replacement planning and architect a true Skills-First Succession Pipeline. Drawing from inclusive leadership and change management principles, nationally trusted HR advisor, Vanessa Zamy will provide a structured checklist for identifying high-potential talent based on future competency needs, not historical performance. HR professionals will gain the confident authority to lead this transformation, ensuring your organization’s intentional ascent is grounded in equitable development and a continuous culture of leadership readiness.