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In this episode of the Lead the Future Podcast, host Vince Molinaro sits down with Neil Hunter, Partner and Chief Learning Officer of Deloitte Canada, to explore innovative approaches in leadership development. With over 30 years of experience, Neil shares insights into whole-person development, the future of work, and strategies for cultivating agility, resilience, and engagement in today’s leaders. Discover how Deloitte leverages creative learning experiences, like chef school and improv classes, to foster a growth mindset and improve performance. Neil also discusses the evolving expectations of leadership, the power of community, and the impact of AI and neuroscience on talent strategies.
Tune in for valuable perspectives on creating workplaces where leaders and teams thrive and learn how Deloitte’s leadership initiatives are shaping the future.
The agility and the resilience that's required in leadership is something that's extremely significant in developing the leaders that organizations need today, not so much down the road.
Key leadership insights to listen for:
- Deloitte’s approach to whole-person development
- Building genuine relationships within teams and with clients
- Effective modern leadership requires shifting from the traditional “sage on the stage” role
- Leveraging AI and neuroscience to revolutionize leadership development
Meet the Leader: Neil Hunter, Chief Learning Officer and Partner at Deloitte Canada
With over 30 years of industry experience, Neil Hunter is currently the Chief Learning Officer for Deloitte Canada. Prior to taking on this role, Neil led Deloitte’s Human Capital Workforce Transformation in Western Canada. He has also held senior HR roles in the energy industry, public sector and not-for-profit organizations. As a former CHRO, Neil brings a deep understanding of best practice in leadership & learning work, putting work at the center of the end-to-end talent processes in various industries, and how they are converging in the skills landscape.
Today, Neil leads a team focused on enhancing human performance and bringing potential to life, to improve productivity and the overall workforce experience inside Deloitte Canada and Chile. He is the Dean of Deloitte University North and sits on the Deloitte Global Learning Executive Committee. Well versed in leadership development and succession planning, he is sought after for future proofing people strategies in support of evolving business strategies. He brings expertise in future of work, culture strategy alignment, change management, learning transformation, leadership assessment, performance management and coaching, organizational design, employee experience, talent management strategy, and labour relations. All in service of creating workplaces where people can thrive.
Show Notes
- The research behind leadership accountability, company performance, and culture | The State of Leadership Accountability
- Check out our E-Book on Building Community In A Hybrid World
- Read our Blog Post on Ready for the Future: A New Leadership Development Framework
- Connect with Neil on LinkedIn
