We are excited to share a recent feature in the Ottawa Business Journal that details Stratford's collaboration with our client Carefor, Eastern Ontario’s largest not-for-profit home care and community support organization. The article, titled "Carefor Strengthened Team Effectiveness with the Help of Stratford Group by Empowering Leadership at Every Level," explores how Stratford's expertise in leadership development played a crucial role in driving operational clarity and achieving new growth opportunities for Carefor.
Highlights from the Article:
Stratford Group helped Carefor unify its leadership team and enhance team effectiveness during a significant organizational change. The partnership focused on creating alignment, accountability, and a shared vision for the future.
Amy Boudreau, VP of People, Strategy, Performance, and Partnership at Carefor, shared her experience working with Stratford, emphasizing the importance of aligning the leadership team during a period of significant organizational change. She remarked, “With Stratford, Carefor’s leadership team is getting a tailor-made solution rooted in evidence, while being authentic to who we are, and relevant to where we want to go.”
Dean Fulford, Practice Lead of Leadership Development at Stratford Group, provided a focused approach to enhancing team effectiveness. Dean stated, “Often, we find that leaders and managers spend a lot of time looking backwards. What has to be the starting point is putting the focus on what value the leadership team can provide to the rest of the organization.” This forward-looking approach has empowered Carefor’s leadership team to work cohesively, create value, and steer the organization towards new opportunities.
Project Outcomes:
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Enhanced Leadership Unity: Stratford's strategic guidance helped Carefor unify three previously independent regions into a single, cohesive unit under one leadership team, fostering a sense of ownership and accountability at all levels.
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Commitment to Talent Retention: The collaboration also reinforced Carefor’s dedication to retaining top talent by building a consistent framework for leadership and enhancing team-based skills across the organization.
This feature in the Ottawa Business Journal highlights Stratford's commitment to providing tailored solutions that not only address immediate challenges but also position clients for long-term success. Thank you to Dean and Amy for sharing their time and insights for this feature.
You can read the full article here.