Foundations of Leadership: Building a Culture of Growth and Empowerment at Orchid

At Orchid, we strive to engage team members at all levels in problem solving and team learning because we know when we leverage the full strength of our team, we succeed as an organization, and as an industry. To sustain this culture of continuous improvement, we developed "Foundations of Leadership"—an internal program focused on equipping current and future servant leaders with tools to cultivate the curiosity and resilience of our teams and to empower individual team members. Since its inception in 2018, this program has steadily evolved, adapting each year to better meet the needs of our workforce and foster leadership growth across all levels.

Foundations of Leadership: Building a Culture of Growth and Empowerment at Orchid

What is Foundations of Leadership?

Foundations of Leadership is a customized leadership development program offered to Orchid employees with an interest in growing their leadership capabilities. Open to team members from various roles at a variety of experience levels, this program is designed to connect employees with colleagues across the company and with a common framework to lead.

 

A Unique Learning Experience

Since its inception, Foundations of Leadership has supported approximately 240 employees, building a culture of professional growth and networking. Each year, select employees participate in this immersive experience, which provides:

  • Adaptable frameworks to help participants refine their leadership style
  • Real-world applications that participants can immediately apply in their roles
  • Reinforcement of core concepts through pre and post-work
  • Opportunities to connect with colleagues across Orchid and form lasting professional relationships
  • Ongoing support of our employees’ career development

 

Leadership Development for a Stronger Future

Foundations of Leadership is more than a program; it’s an investment in the future of our company. By developing leaders who can guide our culture, we support Orchid’s mission of continuous improvement and growth, helping our teams shape a stronger future for our company and our industry.

Jessica Stout
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