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Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Episode 125 - Sona Spencer of Troutman Pepper on Being an Advocate for Talent
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
In a people-driven business like a law firm, talent isn't just important—it's the linchpin for success. In this episode of the CMO Series, Eugene McCormick sits down with Sona Spencer, Chief Legal Talent Officer at Troutman Pepper, to explore her crucial role as a talent advocate and how talent becomes the driving force behind the firm's commercial achievements.
Sona and Eugene discuss:
- How Sona came to her role at Troutman Pepper and the moment in her journey she realised how critical talent was to the success of the firm
- The scope of Sona’s role as Chief Legal Talent Officer and how it connects to other functions such as HR
- The main challenges facing talent within law firms and the key considerations including DEI and generational differences
- How to go about building a strategy for talent that will lead to success for the firm and its people
- How the recent merger of the firm affects Sona’s role in the short and medium-term
- The essential tools and skills of a talent officer
- Advice for others looking to advocate for and unlock the potential of the talent at their firm
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