Organizational Development (OD) SIG: Business Advisor

In 2026, the GCATD Organizational Development (OD) Special Interest Group is excited to bring you the Global OD Competency Framework series. This internationally recognized framework outlines the core knowledge, skills, and behaviors that define effective OD professionals and provides a common language for the practice of organization development. 

Our Global OD Competency Framework series continues with the third core competency: Business Advisor. The Business Advisor domain emphasizes strategic thinking and alignment of OD work with organizational goals. This includes acting as a strategic catalyst, driving results, and building trusted relationships with stakeholders. Attendees will discuss how OD professionals can influence decision-making at all levels, support leadership in achieving measurable outcomes, and integrate OD practices with broader organizational priorities.

ABOUT THE CONVENER

Saleemah is a proud graduate of the University of Cincinnati where she earned her BA in Communication Arts. She later received her M. Ed in Human Resource Development from Xavier University.

She has more than 20 years of experience primarily focused on program design, delivery, and implementation, onboarding, professional development, team building, and coaching. Saleemah’s history with GCATD spans almost two decades. For the past three years, she has served as convener for the OD Special Interest Group and has also served on various ad-hoc committees, including the GCATD annual conference planning committee.