| Magazine Articles
| Magazine Articles
“I realize my leadership skills were built and birthed out of adversity. I learned much from trial and error; hence, the reason I am so passionate about supporting the personal and professional development of others...These challenges have made me strong, yet empathetic toward those who are still trying to find their way..”
“I realize my leadership skills were built and birthed out of adversity. I learned much from trial and error; hence, the reason I am so passionate about supporting the personal and professional development of others...These challenges have made me strong, yet empathetic toward those who are still trying to find their way..”
Dr. Kristal Walker | VoyageLA Magazine
Dr. Kristal Walker | VoyageLA Magazine
"L&D's Role in Revolutionizing
Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives"
"L&D's Role in Revolutionizing
Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives"
Training Industry Magazine
November/December 2020 Edition
"Leveraging Diversity & Inclusion in
Virtual Training"
"Leveraging Diversity & Inclusion in
Virtual Training"
Training Industry Magazine
January/February 2021 Edition
"The Real Unsung Hero: The Training Manager's Role in Building an Inclusive and Equitable Workforce"
"The Real Unsung Hero: The Training Manager's Role in Building an Inclusive and Equitable Workforce"
Training Industry Magazine
March/April 2021 Edition
| Online Blogs & Podcast
| Online Blogs & Podcast
Friendship vs. Leadership Learning
Friendship vs. Leadership Learning
Nov 21, 2019
Internal Bench Strength
Internal Bench Strength
Apr 3, 2019
Women Lead the Way in Learning and Development
Women Lead the Way in Learning and Development
By now, most of us are well aware that there is a gender gap in both pay and leadership representation. So, how are women faring in learning and development?
Mar 8, 2018
Career Paths in Learning in L&D
Career Paths in Learning in L&D
Apr 25, 2019
The Business of Learning (Podcast)
The Business of Learning (Podcast)
May 27, 2019
3 Tips for Creating an L&D Plan that Makes an Impact
3 Tips for Creating an L&D Plan that Makes an Impact
Without a proper plan in place, learning and development (L&D) initiatives are just a “drop in the ocean,” unlikely to have any real business impact
Nov 18, 2019
Embracing Life-Long
Learning
Embracing Life-Long
Learning
Professional development should also align with your personal growth, and personal growth requires personal accountability.
Feb 14, 2019
Why Leaders Should Embrace the
F.L.U. Season
Why Leaders Should Embrace the
F.L.U. Season
Apr 23, 2018
I Want to Dance with Somebody:
Effective Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives
I Want to Dance with Somebody:
Effective Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives
If organizations want authentic feedback and inclusivity to be the norm, it is imperative to listen to what constituents want.
Mar 29, 2018
The Black Girl Who Rocks with
Guitar Center
The Black Girl Who Rocks with
Guitar Center
I had to align myself with leaders who weren't afraid to challenge the status quo, who were confident in their abilities, and who weren't threatened by developing other leaders.
Jan 15, 2018
New Year, New Leader: Making Coaching and Feedback Part of Daily Leadership
New Year, New Leader: Making Coaching and Feedback Part of Daily Leadership
When we make coaching and feedback a part of our organizational cultures, it makes it easier to manage performance.
Dec 26, 2017
HiPo Hiccups: Implementing Multi-Level Leadership Development Initiatives
HiPo Hiccups: Implementing Multi-Level Leadership Development Initiatives
Oct 3, 2017
| Videos & Media
| Videos & Media
How Do Learning Leaders Select Training Vendors?
How Do Learning Leaders Select Training Vendors?
Organizations want to hire companies and consultants that will be their partner, understand their mission and help them accomplish their goals.
L&D's Impact on Organizational Performance
L&D's Impact on Organizational Performance
Today’s learning and development leaders are more focused than ever on improving their organization’s performance.
Learning and Development Trends
Learning and Development Trends
This video highlights what training trends are capturing the attention of learning and development leaders in a variety of organizations.
Helping Associates Find Their Sound
Helping Associates Find Their Sound
As Director of Organizational Development, Dr. Kristal Walker was responsible for learning and development enterprise-wide.
| Speaking Engagements
| Speaking Engagements
- MAY 2021 | Cultural Competency: The Missing Ingredient to Building Successful Talent Centric, Competency-Job Models | Human Resources Today
- JUN 2020 | The Making & Molding of High Potential Talent | Training Industry Webinar Sponsored by Southern New Hampshire University
- SEP 2019 | Use What's In Your Hand: Establishing an L&D Plan with Lean Funding & Human Resources | 2019 Virtual Training Industry Conference & Expo
- JUL 2019 | Destined to L.E.A.D. | 2019 Corporate Council for Women of Color
- JUN 2019 | Internal Bench Strength: Who's Up Next at Bat? | 2019 Training Industry Conference & Expo
- JAN 2019 | Assessing & Cultivating Your High Potentials: Developing Your Next Generation of Leaders | Corporate Learning & Development Forum
- JUN 2018 | HiPo Hiccups: Implementing Multi-Level Leadership Development Initiatives | 2018 Training Industry Conference & Expo
- NOV 2017 | A Case Study: Implementing Multi-Level Leadership Development Initiatives | Association of Talent Development, So Cal Conference
- OCT 2012 | Hiring the Best to Produce the Best: Affirming the "Coach Approach" When Hiring Qualified Student Workers | IWCA Regional Conference
- NOV 2011 | Generation Success: The Transition from Outcast to Outstanding | NABSE National Conference
- OCT 2010 | Effective Communication & Conflict Resolution | South Los Angeles Health Projects Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program