Capital Paving Inc.
Organization Champions Capital Paving Leadership/Ownership Team Geoffrey Stephens, President Jim Kelly, Vice President Larry Wilson, Vice President
The Short Story Comprehensive organization change initiative begun in Dec. ‘06: Establishing Capital Paving Vision & company goals. Increasing involvement of employees in the business. Enhancing communication, accountability and team work throughout the company. Impact Widescale for all salaried employees. Now indirectly impacting hourly field employees. Strengthened our reputation within the industry, among educational institutions and our community.
Impact of Coaching Value of Coaching Present Leadership Development & Succession Managers emerging as Leaders; Foreman promoted to Mgr; Engineering grad hired for succession. Enhanced Performance MTO Paver of the Year 2008 (unprecedented 3rd time); Toyota Test Track- significant technical accomplishment Tangible Business Results Increased revenue Major 4-year Joint Venture Team Effectiveness Cross-functional employee Teams accomplishing self-managed projects with Leadership Team sponsorship. Morale More positive work environment, optimism, engagement & mutual respect. Retention still strong.
Impact of Coaching Value of Coaching Present Problem Solving Capability Enhanced at all levels; more accountability for problem resolution. Communication Increased field-to-office and cross-department communication Organizational Alignment Strong alignment within ownership team cascaded throughout company. Talent Attraction New management positions added; high caliber candidates hired. Online interviews completed by 1800 applicants with no advertising spend. Trust in Employees Empowerment and accountability now strong enough that 3 owners were able to be away from the business during season ramp-up.
Key Goals Addressed Enhanced alignment of the three company owners/leadership team members Established clear goals for Company’s future: Improve work environment Invest in Longevity- Leadership Talent Invest in Longevity- Aggregate Reserves Achieve Clarity of Business Focus Demonstrate Environmental Responsibility Build Community Presence Maintain High Commitment to Quality Involved managers and employees in taking on more responsibility and accountability for the business.
Coaching Professional Sue Edwards President of Development by Design www.development-by-design.com PCC (Professional Certified Coach) ICF Member, ICF-GTA Full Supporter Corporate Coach U CCUCG (Corporate Coach U Certified Graduate) Center for Right Relationships ORSC (Organization & Relationship Systems Coaching training)