After significant contraction during COVID, the organisation faced a surge in demand and needed to scale production quickly. Recruiting and promoting talent became critical, but many experienced leaders had exited. Technical experts were being elevated into leadership roles without preparation, creating engagement and employee relations challenges. Leaders were hesitant to address issues, impacting collaboration and performance. This was posing significant risks for the business, both from an IR, and also from an ability to successfully execute growth plans perspective.
Through consultation, we identified that our award-winning Emerging Leader Program – a flagship solution designed to build leadership capability – was the perfect fit. Grounded in evidence-based frameworks and practical application, the program develops confidence, communication, and strategic thinking for new leaders. We customised content to reflect the organisation’s language, challenges, and real-world scenarios, ensuring relevance and impact.
Running over six months, the Emerging Leader program is underpinned by our five capability areas: Leading Self; Leading Others; Leading Growth; Leading Culture and Leading Strategy, the program equips leaders in critical areas.
The Learning Journey (below) outlines our blended approach.
The program immerses participants in a vibrant, multifaceted learning experience, from self-paced digital modules with rich, immersive content to full-day workshops, which provide the opportunity to share knowledge, practice and consolidate learning. Leaders interact with peers which generates the opportunity to gain insights, empathy and the desire to collaborate though powerful new connections.Following a launch event to create connection, network and set the scene, leaders immerse into GENOS, a powerful 360 leadership diagnostic as an evidence-based underpinning for work together. This is followed by a comprehensive debrief with an experienced consultant during which a robust plan for growth sets strategies to navigate effectively through known areas of challenge.
The first cohort embarked on a six-month blended program combining digital learning and facilitated workshops. Initial apprehension about time commitment and value quickly shifted as participants engaged deeply. Graduation was met with accolades and strong advocacy, prompting immediate enrolment for a second cohort. A third is underway, and a fourth is planned—alongside expansion into next-level leadership development.
Graduates demonstrated significant growth in mindset and approach, adopting a shared leadership language and fostering stronger engagement. Collaboration and networking improved across divisions, with leaders showing greater empathy and understanding of organisational challenges. The program delivered measurable cultural impact, positioning leadership as a driver of performance and resilience. The company has now naturally transitioned into a positive phase of growth and has significantly mitigated the risks it was facing.
Every great partnership begins with a conversation. Whether you’re facing immediate leadership challenges or planning for long-term organisational growth, we’re here to understand your situation and start co-creating solutions. Get in touch with our team today.