Relaunching SHRM Linkage and SHRM Linkage Institute
Guided by insights from clients, stakeholders, and leadership experts, this transformation honors Linkage’s distinguished legacy while maintaining our deep commitment to empowering women, from the backpack to the boardroom, and accelerating workplace inclusion to transform organizations and build business success.
Evolve to Solve
Episode 3: The Collective Effort to Drive Talent Optimization
It takes a collective effort to create workplaces where all can thrive and drive results. Join four experts on talent development for an insightful conversation on the value of purposeful leadership and the power of collaboration.
Speakers:
Tamla Oates-Forney - CEO, SHRM Linkage
JoAnne Bass - 19th Chief Master Sergeant, U.S. Air Force
Susan MacKenty Brady - CEO, Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership
Brad Johnson, Ph.D. - Co-Founder, Workplace Allies
SEPT. 27-30, 2025 | SAN DIEGO, CA AND VIRTUAL
SHRM Linkage Institute
Optimizing talent and building highly effective teams means developing everyone’s strengths and skills. SHRM Linkage Institute works with teams to meet the unique needs of talent across all stages of leadership development, empowering organizations to harness their full potential and drive business results.
The Institute is a four-day, immersive leadership development experience for organizations who want to develop, engage, and align their high-potential leaders and drive team performance.
A Special SHRMDay Offer: Individual registrants get reduced rates on both in-person and virtual passes for The Institute. Secure your seat on May 20!
Linkage Professional Services
Linkage’s unique datasets, actionable insights, and cutting-edge products allow organizations to address critical talent challenges.
Signature Solutions for
Talent Development
Our practical models and programs are designed to empower organizations in attracting, retaining, and advancing high-performing talent at all levels. Through assessments, development, and coaching, Linkage Signature Solutions are tailored to the needs of your organization, building key leadership competencies essential for success and growth.
What Leaders Are Saying About SHRM Linkage
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Top-Notch Workforce Optimization
Unlock the full potential of your workforce with custom solutions based on your business needs.
Tamla Oates-Forney, CEO of SHRM Linkage
With decades of executive and human resources experience, Oates-Forney brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to her role as CEO of SHRM Linkage. She has served as CHRO of USAA and Waste Management, in addition to her outstanding career at General Electric, where she received the GE Chairman Award. She has been recognized numerous times for her accomplishments, including being named one of the Top 30 Influential Women of Houston, the Most Influential Black Corporate Directors, and the Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America.