In this bonus Q&A with Matt, he shares:

1. His proudest moment and biggest failure in his career so far
2. A trend that he is following in Talent Development right now
3. The biggest challenge he sees in Talent Development today
4. Books that have made a big impact on his life
5. One piece of career advice he has for you

Matt Elliott is Chief People Officer for Bank of Ireland Group. He has led the culture transformation of the Bank, developing a company where all colleagues thrive.

A passionate advocate for inclusion and diversity, appeared as a leading ally in the Financial Times lists for gender, ethnicity and LGBT+ inclusion.

Prior to that he was Group People Director with Virgin Money as part of the executive team who successfully acquired and integrated Northern Rock, and listed the company on the London Stock Exchange.

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Today we have a transformative episode featuring Matt Elliott, the Chief People Officer for the Bank of Ireland Group. With over two decades of experience in HR, Matt has led significant cultural transformations, particularly focusing on inclusion, diversity, and well-being.

In this episode, we delve into:

• The competitive landscape that goes beyond banking to include tech giants, and how this competition positively affects the economy and organizational positioning
• Insights on how the Bank of Ireland has adapted post-pandemic, emphasizing HR transformation to prioritize employee well-being, mental health support, and the introduction of flexible work models.
• The importance of neuro inclusion, the impact of well-being programs, and the significant role managers play in promoting a supportive and caring work environment
• How Bank of Ireland's initiatives have led to improved employee engagement and a thriving workplace culture

Matt Elliott is Chief People Officer for Bank of Ireland Group. He has led the culture transformation of the Bank, developing a company where all colleagues thrive.

A passionate advocate for inclusion and diversity, appeared as a leading ally in the Financial Times lists for gender, ethnicity and LGBT+ inclusion.

Prior to that he was Group People Director with Virgin Money as part of the executive team who successfully acquired and integrated Northern Rock, and listed the company on the London Stock Exchange.

Connect with Andy Storch:

Website

LinkedIn

Join us in the Talent Development Think Tank Community!

Join us at the Talent Development Think Tank Conference

Connect with Matt Elliott:

LinkedIn

In this bonus Q&A with Julie, she shares:

1. Her proudest moment and biggest failure in her career so far
2. A trend that she is following in Talent Development right now
3. The biggest challenge she sees in Talent Development today
4. Books that have made a big impact on her life
5. One piece of career advice she has for you

Julie Winkle Giulioni is a champion for workplace growth and development and helps executives and leaders optimize talent and potential within their organizations. One of Inc. Magazine’s Top 100 speakers, she’s the co-author of the international bestseller, Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go, translated into seven languages and coming out in its third edition in September. Her latest book, Promotions Are So Yesterday: Redefine Career Development. Help Employees Thrive, has been recognized with Nautilus and AxiomBusiness Book Awards.

Julie is a regular columnist for Training Industry Magazine and SmartBrief and contributes articles on leadership, career development, and workplace trends to numerous publications including Fast Company and The Economist. Additionally, she partners with organizations worldwide offering her expertise in leadership and career development and designing award-winning bespoke development experiences.

Connect with Andy Storch:

Website

LinkedIn

Join us in the Talent Development Think Tank Community!

Join us at the Talent Development Think Tank Conference

Connect with Julie Winkle Giulioni:

LinkedIn

Website