Leadership development is once again at the forefront as a critical business issue. The aging of the U.S. population and the knowledge voids left by early retirements are just some of the workforce factors that cause organizations to proactively anticipate leadership needs and talent gaps. Other changes brought on by deregulation, competition, and globalization also have led to a shortage of leaders who can help organizations navigate and plan. Finally, organizations have a renewed focus on retaining leaders and reducing turnover of top talent.