It is in the best interest of organizations and companies to employ and retain high performing individuals for as long as possible. Human performance, however, is influenced by many factors, including but not limited to feeling supported, valued, and respected; being recognized and rewarded for good work; functioning under transparent and fair processes; and receiving accurate and actionable constructive feedback. Dr. Marks will provide specific guidance on what to say and do throughout the employee life cycle--hiring, talent development, promotion, and exit--to identify, manage and potentially reduce the impact of bias on the aforementioned factors.