Continuing her latest podcast series, 'The Cost of Not', Hope Milne, Talent Practice Search Manager at Annapurna, sits down to talk to Roger Minton, Talent and Learning Leader, for an eye-opening conversation on the real business impact of Talent Leadership development programmes.

Roger reflects on his time at Anglo American, where he led the creation of a Group Leadership Development strategy. One of the most powerful tactics he shares is how he involved executive stakeholders in shaping the look, feel, and format of the programme.

This gave them a sense of ownership that ultimately protected the initiative from being deprioritised when budgets tightened and boosted its take-up amongst employees due to an unusual figure spearheading the initiative.

Throughout the episode, Roger explains why 'build-your-own' development cultures aren’t just a cost-saving measure, they're a long-term business strategy.

They help companies attract stronger talent at every level and, more importantly, retain it by making career progression within the organisation tangible and real.

Whether you're exploring how to launch your own leadership programme or simply want to hear from someone who's done it successfully, this episode offers actionable ideas and honest reflections that will challenge how you think about talent, growth, and retention.