We are pleased to announce that Wael Bakhaty, another esteemed Founding Member of our LinkedIn Talent Community, is our next Talent Beacon! As one of the earliest contributors to the Community and our first-ever member spotlight, Wael has led by example through sharing wisdom grounded in practice, generously offering insights, and helping others make sense of complex talent challenges.
🌍 A Global Perspective on Growth
Based in the UAE, Wael brings over 20 years of experience in talent management, performance development, and organizational learning. He currently the Head of Talent and Learning at Albatha Group, where he aligns people strategies with business goals to drive performance, growth and retention.
In our original Member Spotlight, Wael reflected on how talent professionals act as translators—connecting the needs of the business to the growth journeys of individuals. He shared how LinkedIn Learning has supported that mission, helping him create meaningful development plans and align learning with measurable outcomes.
💡 Championing Clarity and Practical Guidance
Wael stands out for his ability to demystify talent development concepts and frameworks. In this Community post, he broke down the nuanced differences between:
- Learning Needs Analysis (LNA) – learner-focused
- Training Needs Analysis (TNA) – content- or delivery-focused
- Business Needs Analysis (BNA) – strategy- and performance-focused
He not only clarified the definitions but also offered a practical lens on how they interconnect, helping peers move from theoretical confusion to actionable planning.
Wael also brings an empathetic and thoughtful tone to his contributions. In a discussion around LinkedIn Learning engagement, he emphasized the need to meet learners where they are and encourage reflection and dialogue—not just content consumption.
He often reminds us that transformation happens when learning becomes intentional and social. His posts focus on:
- Making learning accessible and relevant
- Encouraging self-leadership and ownership of growth
- Creating space for reflection and real application
Why Wael Is a Talent Beacon
Wael embodies the qualities of a Talent Beacon: someone who generously shares, consistently uplifts, and leads with both experience and empathy. His presence in the Community has made it easier for others to ask questions, learn from complexity, and grow in confidence.
From guiding new members through foundational frameworks to offering leadership-level insights on performance and development, Wael is a voice we are lucky to learn from. Join us in congratulating Wael for being recognized, and for his valuable contributions to the Community as a whole!
- 🤝🏽 To connect with Wael here in the Community, you can ‘Follow’ him here.
- 🌐 To connect with Wael on LinkedIn, you can find him here.
