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An Impactful L&D Strategy Focuses on the Future, Not the “Here and Now,” Says Global HR Firm McLean & Company

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McLean & Company, one of the world’s leading HR research and advisory firms, shares a newly updated four-step process to help HR implement a strategic approach to learning and development (L&D) programs and initiatives that support long-term success as organizations prepare for 2025.

TORONTO, Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ – Global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company explains in the newly updated Create a Learning and Development Strategy blueprint that in a future of work where economic uncertainty will persist but skills will be more important than ever, L&D must be viewed as an investment that impacts the organization’s bottom line. The firm emphasizes that without a robust L&D strategy, career development opportunities are lacking, resulting in skills gaps and performance stagnation. These detrimental effects further hinder the ability of organizations and their employees to thrive. To avoid such outcomes, research from the firm suggests that future-focused HR leaders must identify the gaps between the current state of L&D within their organizations and the desired future state to translate these gaps into clear, strategic goals that support enduring success.

“An organization that embeds L&D into its culture leads employees to trust in its ability to support their development goals. This includes socializing and prioritizing L&D at all levels of the organization in a way that fuels and builds a sustainable learning culture,” says Jodi Callaghan, director, HR Research & Advisory Services at McLean & Company. “It’s also important to remember that the implementation of a long-term L&D strategy can and should be done in a way that supports both employees and the organization.”

To guide HR leaders through the process of developing an effective L&D strategy that supports both employees and the organization, McLean & Company has created a four-step plan, as outlined below:

Step 1: Complete a current-state analysis. As a first step, the firm advises that HR leaders need to identify the key players and establish a project team, review strategic documents to uncover the organization’s direction, and analyze organizational data to understand the current state of L&D. A scan of the external competitive environment is crucial to evaluate and summarize the effectiveness of the L&D approach to discuss the current state with internal key players.

Step 2: Define the future state of L&D. Step two requires HR to define the desired future state of L&D within the organization, identify gaps between the current and future states, and recognize constraints on the future state of L&D before translating identified gaps into L&D goals and metrics.

Step 3: Build L&D strategy. The third step involves identifying and prioritizing activities to attain goals, mapping out governance of L&D, determining L&D capabilities, and creating an action plan and roadmap for prioritized activities.

Step 4: Implement and evaluate. In the fourth and final step, HR leaders prepare to articulate the L&D strategy using a communications plan tailored to the needs and goals of various audiences, provide resources to support the achievement of L&D goals, and plan to continuously monitor, review, and iterate as necessary.

McLean & Company advises HR leaders that assessing the internal environment is not enough to understand L&D’s current state. Organizations must consistently scan the external environment to align L&D solutions with market demands and trends, ensuring relevance in the constantly evolving workforce.

To access the full resource, please visit Create a Learning and Development Strategy.

McLean & Company workshops offer an easy way to accelerate HR projects. To learn more about the Create a Learning & Development Strategy workshop, please visit the workshop page.

To begin a comprehensive L&D journey, establish essential competencies, and build effective leadership development initiatives, please visit McLean & Company’s L&D Resource Center.

Media interested in connecting with McLean & Company analysts for exclusive, research-backed insights and commentary on topics such as HR’s critical role in digital transformation and the future of work can contact Senior Communications Manager Kelsey King at kking@mcleanco.com.     

About McLean & Company

McLean & Company pairs evidence-based research and immediately applicable tools with deep HR expertise to position organizations to meet today’s needs and prepare for the future. The global HR research and advisory firm’s member organizations enjoy comprehensive resources, full-service diagnostics, workshops, action plans, and advisory services for all levels of HR professionals, from executive leadership to HR leaders to HR team members, that help shape workplaces where everyone thrives.

McLean & Company is a division of Info-Tech Research Group.

Media professionals can register for unrestricted access to research across IT, HR, and software and hundreds of industry analysts through the firm’s Media Insiders program. To gain access, contact kking@mcleanco.com.

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CSharpCorner Announces 2025 Industry-Leading Conference Lineup to Drive Education and Innovation in Software Development

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NEW YORK, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — CSharpCorner, the world’s premier developer community, is excited to announce its 2025 lineup of industry-leading conferences, addressing the growing demand for events that drive education, networking, and innovation in all areas of software development, including Web3 and AI. These conferences, attended by hundreds of thousands annually, continue to provide valuable opportunities for developers to Learn, Earn, and Grow.

CSharpCorner’s 2025 calendar offers a dynamic mix of virtual and in-person events, providing cutting-edge content, career growth opportunities, and networking with industry experts to support a thriving developer ecosystem.

2025 Conference Lineup:

March: .NET Virtual Conference. A premier event showcasing the latest advancements in .NET technologies, tools, and frameworks to help developers stay at the forefront of innovation.May: Modern Database Conference. Focused on modern database systems, this conference covers trends, solutions, and best practices for efficiently managing data.June: Code Quality Conference. Dedicated to improving software quality, the event explores techniques, tools, and methodologies to write cleaner, more efficient, and maintainable code.July: Cloud Summit. A comprehensive summit covering the major cloud platforms—Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud—helping developers build, scale, and deploy cloud-based solutions.August: Software Architecture Conference – A deep dive into the principles, strategies, and best practices of software architecture, empowering developers to design scalable and robust systems.October: Action AI Conference & BCrypt Conference. The Action AI Conference highlights the latest breakthroughs in Artificial Intelligence, while the BCrypt Conference focuses on Web3 technologies, blockchain, and decentralized solutions.November: Frontend Days – Angular, React, Vue, and Blazor. A must-attend event for frontend developers to explore trends, frameworks, and tools in building dynamic and engaging user interfaces.December: Growth Mindset Conference. Designed to inspire and motivate, this event focuses on personal and professional development to help developers thrive in their careers and embrace a growth mindset.

“At CSharp, our mission is to empower developers by offering platforms where they can access cutting-edge content, connect with like-minded professionals, and advance their careers,” said Mahesh Chand, founder & CEO of CSharpCorner. “Our 2025 conferences are designed to meet the evolving needs of the developer community, driving innovation in areas like Web3, AI, cloud computing, and software architecture.”

CSharpCorner plays a pivotal role in supporting developers worldwide, equipping them with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed in an ever-changing technology landscape.

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Nest Partners with Dinari to Deliver Real World Yield Through First Tokenized Blackstone ETF on Plume

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NEW YORK, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Nest, the flagship RWA staking protocol exclusive to Plume Network, today announced the first tokenized Blackstone ETF vault through its partnership with Dinari. Nest’s new permissionless vault features the Blackstone Senior Loan ETF, and will deliver real world yields to DeFi users once the vault is launched on Plume mainnet. This announcement marks a significant expansion of Dinari’s long-term partnership with Plume, as the established tokenization platform brings institutional-grade assets into the rapidly growing Plume ecosystem.

The first tokenized Blackstone ETF on Plume Network joins Nest’s suite of yield-generating solutions, which includes the Treasuries Vault for professional firms and the High Yield Vault for growth-focused strategies.

“By launching this first-ever tokenized Blackstone ETF vault, we’re creating new opportunities for users to access institutional yields,” said Teddy Pornprinya, Co-founder at Plume. “Our partnership with Dinari transforms traditionally exclusive products into accessible opportunities through permissionless infrastructure.”

Through this latest vault, users who stake stablecoins into a vault on Nest receive yield tokens that appreciate in value as SRLN.d, Dinari’s tokenized version of the SPDR Blackstone Senior Loan ETF, generates returns. The ETF provides strong downside protection through floating rate yields indexed to SOFR (Secured Overnight Financing Rate).

The vault benefits from SRLN.d’s key features: competitive yields with automatic dividend accrual and reinvestment, full backing by the underlying Blackstone ETF, and guaranteed 1:1 USDC redemption. Blackstone oversees the management of the underlying assets, while Alpaca Securities provides brokerage services for asset transactions.

The floating rate structure provides natural protection against interest rate fluctuations. Blackstone’s ETF is included in a variety of vaults on Nest, where it provides the base level stability and yield. It’s paired with liquidity from yield-bearing stablecoin protocols Mountain and M^0, serving both retail users and liquidity providers.

Nest’s infrastructure has been secured by multiple firms. The protocol’s smart contracts have been audited by SlowMist, while Trail of Bits and Zellic have audited the broader protocol infrastructure. All Nest vaults, including this latest offering, are assessed by institutional risk manager Cicada Partners.

The integration of Dinari’s Blackstone ETF products marks only the beginning of a longstanding collaboration between Nest and Dinari. Future plans include deeper integration through shared global neobank initiatives and expanded access to highly liquid, yield-bearing assets, all powered by Plume’s infrastructure.

This growing partnership will continue to bring institutional-grade investment opportunities to Plume’s expanding ecosystem of protocols and users.

About Nest
Nest is a flagship staking protocol for users to earn RWA yield on their stablecoins. Designed to be a precisionless way for global users to deposit into vaults, the protocol lets fund managers, issuers, and RWA protocols create their own structured offerings. Audited by Trail of Bits and Zellic, Nest leverages Plume’s unique infrastructure to let its global user base participate in traditionally limited asset classes. For more information, visit https://nest.credit and https://x.com/NestCredit

About Dinari
Dinari is at the forefront of delivering innovative digital economy solutions, empowering individuals and organizations alike. With a steadfast commitment to transparency and accessibility, Dinari specializes in blockchain-based offerings, including the pioneering Dinari Securities-Backed Tokens (dShares), ensuring direct exposure to globally esteemed assets with unequivocal 1:1 backing. For more information, visit https://dinari.com

About Plume Network
Plume is the first fully integrated L1 modular blockchain focused on RWAfi, offering a composable, EVM-compatible environment for onboarding and managing diverse real-world assets. With 180+ projects on its private devnet, Plume provides an end-to-end tokenization engine and a network of financial infrastructure partners, simplifying asset onboarding and enabling seamless DeFi integration for RWAs. For more information, visit https://plumenetwork.xyz

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Strictly Money Launches Crowdcube Campaign, Inviting European Investors to Fuel its Growth Journey

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LONDON, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Strictly Money Ltd, the London-based fintech, has launched a crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube to invite European investors to fuel its next phase of growth. Crowdcube, Europe’s largest private market investment platform, has powered success stories like Revolut, Qonto, and Monzo. Regulated by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Crowdcube provides a trusted and innovative platform for investors to participate in transformative ventures.

Strictly Money’s primary objective with this campaign is to accelerate its growth, fuel product development, and expand its shareholder base. The funding will enable Strictly Money to launch its payment card and banking app in early 2025 and to strengthen its market presence in Scandinavia, the UK, and Ireland. The company plans to introduce hedge fund returns products, broadening investment options for consumers by the end of 2025.

Discover how you can be part of Strictly Money’s growth journey by visiting our Crowdcube campaign at https://crowdcube.getstrictlymoney.com.

Will Povey, CEO and Co-Founder of Strictly Money, said: “At Strictly Money, our vision is to empower everyday investors with access to wealth-building tools and opportunities that were previously reserved for high-net-worth individuals. With this crowdfunding campaign, we aim to bring together a diverse community of investors who share our passion for financial innovation and inclusivity. This funding will not only help us launch our innovative debit card and app but also drive the development of new products that deliver real value to our users.”

About Strictly Money:

Strictly Money is a UK-based financial technology company set to launch a debit card and a cutting-edge banking app in early 2025. The company aims to democratize access to high-performing hedge fund returns, providing innovative investment strategies and financial solutions tailored to investors, savers, and entrepreneurs. Strictly Money’s mission is to open up premium investment opportunities traditionally limited to high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs). For more information, visit https://strictly-money.com.

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Email: ir@getstrictlymoney.com 

Important Notice: 

Investing in startups and early-stage businesses involves risks, including illiquidity, lack of dividends, loss of investment and dilution. It should be done only as part of a diversified portfolio. Crowdcube is targeted exclusively at investors who are sufficiently sophisticated to understand these risks and make their own investment decisions. Please read the full Risk Warning on Crowdcube’s website before deciding to invest.

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