Your definitive guide to employee training: Why, when and how
Employee training matters – but when exactly is it needed, and why? Learn how to make a meaningful program, from identification to execution.
Michelle Kankousky
Program Manager, Talent Development |
Houston, Texas
Michelle began her career in March of 2011. She has been working in the HR industry for more than 16 years, focusing on employee relations, performance management, training, onboarding and employee engagement. Currently, she holds the role of talent manager, talent development at Insperity, where she focuses on the leadership development of corporate employees. Michelle holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Nebraska at Omaha.
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