Innovate + Elevate Strategies
Innovate + Elevate Strategies
Welcome to Innovate + Elevate Strategies, LLC (IES), a dynamic collaboration between industry veterans Michelle Lentz and Brandon Carson. With over five decades of combined experience in HR and L&D, we bring a wealth of knowledge and innovative thinking to your organization. IES offers a comprehensive suite of services, encompassing all of your AI and L&D strategy, workshops, and coaching needs. Our unique blend of extensive industry experience, cutting-edge expertise, and forward-thinking approaches positions us to elevate your human capital and change management and drive organizational success in today's rapidly evolving business landscape.
Guiding organizations in leveraging AI for HR and L&D, including governance frameworks and training programs to ensure responsible and effective implementation. We offer on-site and virtual consultations, needs assessments, and training to help you transform your organization with AI. Take our AI Organizational Readiness Assessment and see where your organization lands.
Creating tailored change management strategies to ensure your organization smoothly integrates AI technologies within HR and L&D. From communication plans and stakeholder engagement to addressing resistance and fostering a growth mindset, we help your employees embrace AI-driven transformation, maximizing its benefits while minimizing disruption.
Establishing robust frameworks for responsible AI implementation within your organization. We specialize in developing comprehensive AI governance structures and ethical policies that mitigate risks, ensure compliance, and build trust. Our expertise helps you create clear guidelines for AI development, deployment, and usage, fostering a culture of accountability and integrity as you harness the power of artificial intelligence.
Offering workshops and training on many topics including: AI Fundamentals, Change Management and AI, Strategic Decision-Making with AI, Partnering with AI, Ethics and Governance in AI, and Critical Thinking in AI. Outside of AI, we offer training on Strategic Learning Strategy, and L&D’s Playbook for the Digital Age. Refer to our upcoming engagements for a list of presentations past and present that can be adapted to your needs.
Designing comprehensive learning ecosystems that align with business objectives, foster continuous growth, and enhance workforce capabilities.
Providing a clear and objective understanding of your current learning and strategy landscape. Our comprehensive Audits assess the alignment of your learning initiatives with your overall business goals, identify areas for improvement, and provide actionable recommendations. We evaluate your learning content, delivery methods, technologies, budgets, KPIs, and organizational structure to optimize your L&D function for greater impact and efficiency.
Empowering leaders to navigate complexity, drive innovation, and maximize their impact through personalized guidance and strategic insights and helping professionals at all levels chart their optimal career paths, develop essential skills, and achieve their professional aspirations.