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Breaking Free from the Shortage of Next-Generation Leaders

In recent years, many organizations have found themselves grappling with the challenge of cultivating a sufficient pipeline of next-generation leaders. Companies have invested heavily in frameworks and policies aimed at enhancing human capital management, yet many of these initiatives have fallen flat, leading to a sense of stagnation and ineffectiveness. This underscores a pressing need for deeper engagement through sustained talent development and communication strategies.

To address this issue, CodeTakt Corporation, based in Shibuya, Tokyo, is co-hosting a significant online webinar titled "Building Organizations That Nurture Next-Generation Leaders: Discovering, Developing, and Supporting Potential Talent" on September 29, 2026. This event, sponsored in collaboration with Active & Company and PHP Institute, aims to equip organizations with actionable insights for nurturing talent internally, especially in the face of external hiring difficulties. Recorded sessions will also be available for attendees on September 30 and October 1.

Understanding the Challenge

The recent shortage of next-generation leaders is a common concern across various sectors. As organizations navigate the complexities of recruiting external talent that can seamlessly integrate and add immediate value, they must also intentionally focus on identifying and nurturing internal talent. However, many initiatives tend to fixate on defensive strategies, such as preventing turnover and enhancing employee engagement, which are indeed valuable but often neglect the encouragement of emerging leaders to step into more significant roles.

To truly accelerate human capital management, it’s paramount to foster a culture that encourages individuals to take risks and lead initiatives. This requires “offensive” strategies aimed at building a proactive talent development pipeline.

The Webinar Framework

This upcoming webinar will take a comprehensive approach to tackle this pressing issue, offering participants a detailed exploration of “offensive” strategies that can be implemented within their organizations. Experts from various fields will share their insights through three critical steps designed to cultivate potential leaders:

Step 1: Identifying Potential Talent

In this opening session, a representative from Active & Company will present on utilizing tools and data analytics to ensure that candidates are assessed through objective metrics rather than mere intuition.

Step 2: Crafting a Development Roadmap

Next, PHP Institute will discuss how to tailor an effective development plan that aligns with the unique needs of your organization, ensuring that the growth strategies are both relevant and impactful.

Step 3: Continuous Follow-Up

Finally, CodeTakt will elaborate on how to establish an ecosystem in which emerging leaders can learn from one another, fostering mutual growth and support that boosts their professional journeys.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is ideal for:

• - Individuals who feel a sense of urgency about the lack of capable leaders within their organizations.
• - Those looking to establish frameworks for discovering potential talent.
• - People seeking guidance on developing long-term plans for nurturing next-generation leaders.
• - Leaders interested in creating a collaborative culture that encourages candidates to thrive.
• - Executives and leaders focused on transforming organizational culture.

Attendees can expect to gain practical insights and actionable strategies that empower their organizations to cultivate the leaders of tomorrow.

Featured Speakers

The panel will feature industry experts with rich backgrounds in talent development:

• - Masashi Nagashima from Active & Company, a senior consultant with extensive experience in organizational and personnel consulting.
• - Takahiro Shimozura from PHP Institute, a principal with expertise in strategic planning and organizational development.
• - Ryota Sakashita from CodeTakt, who combines a unique background in the arts with significant business insights.

Webinar Details

• - Title: Building Organizations That Nurture Next-Generation Leaders
• - Date: September 29, 2026, from 13:00 to 14:00 (Online)
• - On-Demand Sessions: Availability on September 30 and October 1
• - Cost: Free to Attend
• - Registration: For detailed information and to register, please visit the official page.

As organizations continue to navigate the complexities of leadership development, this webinar serves as a vital stepping stone towards creating environments where emerging leaders can thrive and excel.