Kyla Pavlina

• Why defining the goal is the most important step in people analytics
• How leadership alignment around definitions (such as “regrettable loss”) determines whether data becomes useful or ignored
• How to apply people data with enough nuance that it drives improvement rather than resistance

Interactive Q&A Session

This Q&A session explores how life sciences organizations can scale research functions from a small founding team to a fully mature, high-performing research engine without losing culture, speed, or scientific rigor. Gain insights into creating interview processes that prioritize scientific excellence, preparing leaders to assess talent effectively, and designing a roadmap for cohesive, cross-functional growth.

• Strategies for scaling research teams while preserving culture and collaboration
• Building rigorous, candidate-centric evaluation processes to strengthen team fit
• Preparing scientific leaders for talent assessment and leadership responsibilities
• Maintaining engagement and scientific integrity during rapid expansion