Growth Development Program (GDP)

This six-month program will equip you with the tools, skills and strategies to transition to strategic leadership, driving sustained growth for both you and your business.

• Exclusive Peer Network: Forge lasting connections with a select group of 10-12 accomplished leaders, each bringing diverse, enriching perspectives to the table.
• Strategic Leadership Transition: Refocus from operational to strategic, maximizing time for visionary thinking and informed decision-making.
• Innovative Toolkit: Access tools, connections and insights to foster a culture of innovation and creative problem-solving.
• Leadership Excellence: Cultivate a high-performance team environment to drive organizational growth and adaptability.

In the initial phase, we lay the foundation for your growth journey, fostering your adaptability and openness to new ideas. This will empower you to remain agile in response to evolving market dynamics. Engage in enlightening peer-group discussions and working sessions, drawing insights from real case studies and success stories. We'll also dive deep into identifying and overcoming barriers to growth that might be influencing your progress.

Phase 2 is all about leadership. Here, you'll refine your leadership skills to effectively steer your organization through growth. Expert-led workshops, real case studies and interactive sessions will empower you to lead with confidence and agility. You'll learn strategies to align your team with your growth vision and mission and prioritize strategic leadership in your daily operations.

In the final phase, we focus on nurturing your team and organizational growth. You'll delve into strategies for attracting and retaining exceptional talent, cultivating a high-performance culture and transforming your team into a dynamic force that drives success. Through collaborative discussions, the sharing of experiences and best practices, and networking opportunities with accomplished leaders, you will gain valuable insights to enhance your expertise.

Participants access exclusive forums tailored to their experience level, offering a confidential space for mutual support and fueling professional growth.

Here are few stats highlighting the tangible benefits that CEOs and founders of SMEs can gain from participating in the program that brings together like-minded leaders.

• Chief Executive Group's report suggests CEOs learn 89% faster from peers than formal training programs.
• CEOs in peer networks experience 200% faster growth and double the profitability, according to a Chief Executive Network study.

The shared experiences, collective wisdom, and supportive environment foster more confident decision-making, innovation, and overall success.

GDP is for visionary SME founders, owners and C-suite executives who have already achieved significant business growth and aspire to attain the next echelon of success. Ideal leaders should possess:

• Entrepreneurial focus, especially in innovation and growth
• Commitment to professional development
• Openness to collaboration and networking
• Problem-solving orientation
• Willingness to make a time commitment for regular meetings and engagement with peers.

Edmond Mellina, President and Co-Founder of Orchango, is a globally respected change leadership and culture change expert, with over 30 years of experience in strategic transformations. As a former corporate executive, speaker, and lecturer, he shares insights through #NimbleVlog and has a diverse clientele. His articles feature in international business publications, and he's quoted as an expert source by various media outlets. Edmond, fluent in English, French, and some Spanish, holds a Master of Engineering and is an avid cyclist and culinary enthusiast based in Toronto with his family.