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This is the first in a series of conversations with top-level executives on the subject of learning. This month's interview is with Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer Edward Ludwig of BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company).
Among the topics discussed were the formation of BD University four years ago and the type of return-on-investment expected from its programs. Ludwig says the ultimate ROI lies in the success of the company. "I believe that the education we do contributes to making the company grow faster, be more profitable, and have higher customer satisfaction ratings," he says.
Ludwig also says that he'd like to be remembered as a CEO who was actively involved with employee development. "I hope that our ability to learn and teach and grow develops its own flywheel and keeps on going. If it does, we will have done something important for the next generation." An article by Ed Betof follows in which he describes how leaders at BD are also teachers. As chief learning officer for BD, Betof discusses how the key element of building organizational and leadership capability is for all levels--from the factory floor to senior leaders--to develop new skills, abilities, and talents.
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The first in a series of talks with top-level executives on the subject of learning and performance.
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