Scaling Leadership & Professional Development

Problem Statement:

Philips faced inconsistent leadership development across the APAC region, which led to significant skill gaps among both frontline employees and mid-level managers. To address this, we collaborated on establishing a robust learning academy that would ensure consistent professional development across markets.

Our Solution:

The initiative spanned multiple countries—Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, India, Australia, and China—impacting over 12,000 employees. Through a multi-phase, three-year rollout, the academy delivered training on leadership, ethics, compliance, and skill-building. Key to success was the creation of a region-specific leadership competency framework, immersive role-based workshops, and a sustainable train-the-trainer model.

Measurable Outcomes:

The results were measurable and impactful: a 37% rise in leadership competency, 80% of participants reporting higher leadership confidence, and a 25% spike in internal promotions within 18 months. This scalable model offers a strong blueprint for institutional capacity-building in new markets—especially relevant for Saudi Arabia's evolving education sector.