From Engineer to Leader: Reducing Risk When Promoting Technical Talent

Engineering firms invest heavily in developing technical expertise, yet many struggle when top-performing engineers are promoted into leadership roles without the skills needed to manage people, drive accountability, and lead high-performing teams. The result can be decreased employee engagement, higher turnover, reduced productivity, and challenges in project delivery. This session explores how firms can successfully transition technical professionals into effective leaders by developing the management and communication skills essential for business success. Attendees will learn how to identify leadership potential, prepare future leaders before promotion, and create development strategies that strengthen succession planning, improve retention, and support firm growth. Through practical examples and actionable frameworks, participants will gain tools to build a stronger leadership pipeline while reducing the organizational risks associated with poorly supported leadership transitions.

Speakers: Krishna Powell, HR 4 Your Small Biz

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