Elizabeth S. Egan
Elizabeth S. Egan is a seasoned talent management leader and organizational development strategist, currently serving as Director of Talent Management & Organizational Development at Cerence AI—a global leader in automotive voice and AI solutions. With a career dedicated to aligning people strategy with business outcomes, Elizabeth is known for designing and executing enterprise-wide initiatives that drive leadership development, employee engagement, and organizational performance.
Reporting directly to the CHRO, Elizabeth leads succession planning, performance management, and executive talent reviews, including direct presentations to the board. Her approach is rooted in data-driven decision-making and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring that talent strategies are not only scalable but also tightly aligned with evolving business priorities.
Elizabeth brings a proven track record of navigating complex organizational transformation. She has successfully reimagined performance management processes—from goal setting to annual reviews—and built programs that strengthen culture, elevate leadership capability, and support long-term workforce planning.
At Cerence, she has also spearheaded the creation of a new Rewards & Recognition program, built comprehensive communication strategies, and developed high-impact programming to accelerate employee experience and capability building.
Her key areas of expertise include:
- Succession Planning & Leadership Development
- Performance Management & Talent Reviews
- Organizational Culture & Change Management
- Employee Engagement & Experience Design
- Strategic Workforce Planning
A frequent guest on leadership and talent development podcasts, Elizabeth shares insights on building future-ready organizations, leading through transformation, and cultivating people-first cultures that inspire innovation and growth.
For HR and People Leaders focused on building agile, high-performing, and inclusive workforces, Elizabeth offers both strategic insight and practical expertise to lead through change and drive sustainable impact.