Often when the term “employee benefits” is mentioned the first thing that comes to mind is compensation, retirement or health insurance and an important aspect is often overlooked. Organizational development, the way an organization educates and develops its employees, is often a strategic imperative and can be a recruitment tool as well as a competitive advantage. But where does an employer begin? How does an employer know if their current educational programs fit with the organization’s strategic plan? How does an organization prepare its next generation of leaders? Associated Benefits Consulting has expertise available to assist employers in answering these questions and can help build, refine or evaluate effective organizational development programs.