Client
The client is a multi-national restaurant chain with a complex network of diverse franchise owners and contributing leadership.
Challenge
Due to the various global locations, cultural norms vs. corporate, and hardened stereotypes of roles in the industry, the client was not meeting “their” goals for gender diversity in management positions. This was consistent at the local unit and corporate levels.
Solution
AMS established several “career track” development programs focusing on both emerging leaders and women in that capacity. In addition, a selection criteria was built to bring continuity to the “role” with a “gender blind” theme. This approach to equality drew the focal point toward performance and opportunity vs. stereotype and role. Finally we identified several key areas that would help the women leaders overcome some unique challenges related to the culture and established “legacy” norms that would not just disappear. Topics like negotiation, conflict resolution, decision making and executive presence were all “re-fit” to the women’s leadership theme and then facilitated by executive women to help bring practicality to the roadblocks others may face.
Benefits
The benefits of this program were seen in several ways. The organization realized an almost immediate shift in moral amongst the women leaders as they felt a support system was in place, but more critically a serious move toward change. The client was also able to leverage the Women’s Leadership Development program in recruiting and this was a significant value add from a talent acquisition perspective. Finaly, they saw a significant reduction in female employee attrition from the middle manager ranks.
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Our Commitment to Excellence
Advanced Management Services, Inc. (AMS) is a premier Organizational Development consulting firm. Since 1994, AMS has been serving cross-industry Fortune 500 companies, mid-market businesses, high-growth firms, and government entities with innovative business solutions.
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What Our Clients Say
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"The team at AMS provided some of the best corporate training we ever received. The consultant's ability to fully understand our industry and how the PM space was impacted and complimented by the Business Analyst function was outstanding. I would recommend the AMS team to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and insightful relationship with a consulting firm."
- Manager of Training at a Leading National Insurance Company
"AMS coaches are top shelf and bring a depth of experience seldomly found at other coaching firms. The executive level of the team and how they collaborate along the journey is an extraordinary wealth of knowledge."
-COO at a Global Manufacturer of Industrial Components
“The team at AMS was impressive from the first time we met them. I have personally interviewed many large training companies, but the folks at AMS were heads and tails above the rest because of their flexibility, desire to be true partners and level of subject matter expertise. I would recommend AMS to any organization seeking a results driven team of professionals.”
- V.P. Training and Development at an International Retail Chain
"The training we received from the AMS team was insightful, current and tailored to our environment/industry. Because of the training we have been able to improve and sustain performance within the IT PM department."
- Director of Training at a Globally Diversified Healthcare Company
"The experience with my coach from AMS was a critical factor in establishing goals for my team and then being able to lead them through transformation. The results from my efforts were much more impactful because of the direction they provided."
-Director of Engineering at a Global Manufacturer of Industrial Components
"My experience with my AMS coach was extraordinary and far exceeded my expectations in terms of how quickly I was able to apply new ideas and solutions to challenges I was facing. Additionally, I was able to pass along some of the new knowledge and help my team as well. Very happy to have participated in such a solid program."
- COO at a Global Staffing and Talent Agency
"My coach at AMS helped me to clarify and then navigate my career objectives. The sessions led to my gaining more confidence and ultimately my dream job."
-Technology Manager at a Global Digital Retailer
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