Growth is the goal for many organisations, but it can be difficult to manage. The change and uncertainty that comes with periods of growth require skilled leadership. Installing the right managers is the critical first step for growing organisations (Forbes, 2019). You need the right person in charge. According to research by Gallup, leaders account for 70 percent of the variation in team engagement levels, yet only one in ten people naturally have the skills needed to lead.
As Asia-Pacific (APAC) continues its blistering economic growth, AB InBev expanded its operations in the region, which has quickly become its fastest growing zone. The company immediately set out to equip its executives in the region with the capabilities to empower their teams and capitalise on growth opportunities. As long-time partners, we worked with AB InBev to expand on previous executive development initiatives into a new program for APAC executives.