The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) has celebrated the completion of the First Cohort of its Islamic Finance Talent Development Program (IFTDP). The IFTDP has been designed for mid-career professionals who possess prodigious leadership competencies. Its sole objective is to build up a pool of highly talented Islamic finance executives who are capable of leading the industry in the future. While the IFTDP is the latest addition by ICD to develop world-class Islamic finance executives, the Young Professional Program (YPP) has been the preeminent program preparing outstanding young graduates to become global development leaders. Both programs are based on the belief that attracting and retaining talent is the most powerful factor behind the success and excellence of organizations.