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In this thought-provoking episode of GydeBites, host Prasanna Vaidya speaks with Lauren Cilurzo on what it takes to build and lead high-performing L&D teams. Lauren shares key skills teams need in 2025, like business acumen, human-centered design, and data analysis.
She also discusses hiring for curiosity over job titles and how creative tasks reveal genuine potential. From running L&D like a product team to solving real business problems through capstone projects, this episode is full of practical tips.
What are the must-have skills for an L&D team in 2025?
How do you hire the right people when L&D talent is hard to find?
How do you build a team that’s both creative and data-savvy?
Which tools or technologies can make a difference in your team’s performance?
What do you do to make sure your team adds real value to the business?
Senior L&D Program Manager, Shift4
With over a decade of experience in L&D, Lauren is a strategic leader specializing in talent development, leadership coaching, and organizational transformation. She designs agile programs that boost performance, engagement, and growth by aligning learning with business outcomes.
