TalentNeuron and Workforce Planning Institute Reveal Partnership to Transform Strategic Workforce Planning

This first-of-its-kind partnership will advance workforce planning education for today's complex talent landscape

TalentNeuron and Workforce Planning Institute Reveal Partnership to Transform Strategic Workforce Planning

John Lynch
TalentNeuron
Senior Director of Communications and Content
617-571-7045
john.lynch@talentneuron.com

The Workforce Planning Institute (WPI) and TalentNeuron today announced a strategic partnership that sets a new standard for workforce planning education and certification. This industry-first collaboration between TalentNeuron and WPI will directly address the need for strategic planning capabilities among organizations and their HR teams as they prepare to transform tomorrow's workforce amid dynamic market conditions.

The partnership will advance strategic workforce planning through three core initiatives: expanding access to world-class learning materials and certification programs, leveraging both organizations' significant reach to emphasize the critical importance of strategic workforce planning capabilities globally, and promoting continuous professional development through flexible learning solutions that meet diverse professional needs.

"We are at an inflection point in how organizations approach talent strategy," said David Wilkins, Chief Product and Strategy Officer of TalentNeuron. "We face a unique combination of challenges, including artificial intelligence adoption, demographic shifts, the rise of gig work, and rapidly evolving skill requirements. While the CHRO is leading workforce strategy in the boardroom, there's an urgent need for education at every level to navigate this period of change. Organizations need HR leaders who can adapt and guide them through periods of volatility and growth. We're proud to partner with WPI to further their mission of educating HR and other business leaders in the best practices of strategic workforce planning."

Over the past five years, the evolution of HR roles has been reflected in dramatically shifting skill requirements. TalentNeuron data shows that over 40% of HR positions now require advanced analytics capabilities, alongside growing demands for technology expertise, strategic planning, and adaptability. Simultaneously, job postings requiring strategic workforce planning skills have surged by 62% year-over-year, while demand for workforce training has more than doubled. These changes signal the increasing pressure for HR teams with specialized expertise to lead transformation initiatives and drive business outcomes.

“2025 is poised to be a transformative year as organizations shift from reactive to proactive workforce strategies,” said Nick Kennedy, Chief Executive, Workforce Planning Institute. “This collaboration is designed to empower businesses to anticipate trends, make data-driven decisions, and build resilient, future-ready teams. This partnership is more than a collaboration — it’s a catalyst for a smarter, more strategic approach to strategic workforce planning. There has never been a better time to embrace this initiative and redefine how we prepare for the future."

Building on WPI's proven track record of delivering educational programs to multiple in-house cohorts annually, the collaboration will enhance their newly launched e-learning platform with specialized content, including comprehensive workforce planning curricula.

Join the two companies for an Ask Us Anything-style webinar on Wednesday, March 12, where Nick Kennedy and David Wilkins will discuss the key shifts in strategic workforce planning for 2025 and how this partnership can help organizations stay competitive. Click here to register and submit questions for Nick and Dave.

About TalentNeuron

TalentNeuron is the only solution that drives workforce transformation by unifying internal talent intelligence and external market insight. Over 60% of the Fortune100 are using TalentNeuron to move beyond fragmented talent planning and toward a model where strategic workforce decisions are made through comprehensive analytics, including demand forecasting, automation impact analysis, scenario modeling, and talent optimization.

Powered by advanced AI and machine learning, TalentNeuron delivers real-time workforce intelligence across markets representing over 91% of global GDP. With this intelligence, organizations use TalentNeuron to understand labor market and competitor trends, identify current and future skill requirements and gaps, and shape a future-ready workforce.

For more information, visit www.talentneuron.com.

Workforce Planning Institute

The Workforce Planning Institute (WPI) is the leading global authority on strategic workforce planning, providing professionals and organizations with the knowledge, tools, and community to navigate workforce challenges with confidence. Through expert-led training, industry research, and world-class events, WPI empowers businesses to align workforce strategy with organizational goals.