Leadership course hits the mark

Participants in a new leadership development programme are valuing the new tools they have acquired and the insights into their own way of working. 

Port Otago partnered with Kākāpō Consulting late last year, after considering several potential providers. Head of People Leigh Carter says one of the key reasons Kākāpō was selected was the energy of its facilitators. “We recognised their style and approach would help the content land with our team – and it has.”

Twelve of our key people leaders formed the pilot group and met over six half-days at fortnightly intervals. The pilot was a success and the programme has since been delivered to another three groups of about 10 people.

As new leaders come on board, the People team will either run an onsite session (if sufficient numbers) or enrol individuals into one of Kākāpō’s regular public three-day sessions. The team is also developing in-house coaching and support for participants, so the programme’s benefits are sustained into the future.