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Message from the CEO

More than any other time in history, the pandemic pressed organizations to relook at their business models. Our clients had to pivot quickly to determine how to stay relevant in rapidly changing contexts, deliver their products and services in innovative ways, and totally re-imagine the customer experience. This seismic shift in the world required leadership shifts as well.

Virtually all of our clients are finding it necessary to evolve their leadership success requirements due to new business dynamics. Organizations are looking for leaders who not only have superior business acumen and the agility to stay ahead of changing markets, but also those who are human-centered—authentic, nurturing, and inclusive—AND great talent developers—those who can identify, coach, and retain high potentials, build teams, and develop the next generation of leaders. That’s a tall order!

This is where MDA plays best. We help you to laser focus on your current and future leadership needs, so you can select and develop leaders who will deliver on your ambitious growth goals. With over 40 years in business, we’re excited to learn more about your priorities and collaborate to bring your leadership vision to life! Let’s connect today at snelson@mdaleadership.com.

Sincerely,

Scott E. Nelson, CEO
MDA Leadership Consulting

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C-suite Selection and Succession: Delivering Leadership Excellence for the Future

MDA Leadership helps CEOs articulate executive leadership needs, identify top talent, and accelerate C-suite transitions.

Senior Executive Blueprinting ™

Succession planning begins at the top. CEOs, in partnership with human resources and their boards, must think carefully about the talent they need for the future in key leadership roles. Similar to CEO Blueprinting™, MDA Leadership helps our clients articulate the executive leadership they will need to successfully navigate emerging business challenges and drive evolving strategies.

C-suite Selection and Succession

Not all C-suite hires and promotions achieve success. We help CEOs select the right executives by bringing an informed, experienced, and objective voice to the table. Based on a CEO’s criteria and an organization’s norms, we assess and analyze executive candidates to provide definitive and well-grounded promotion and hiring recommendations.

C-Suite Transitions

About 60% of executives say they were not prepared for the strategic challenges they faced in their new senior leadership roles.3 MDA Leadership accelerates effective transition into the C-suite. Through a unique discovery process, we help executives gain deep insight into what it will take to be successful given stakeholder expectations, team dynamics, and the nuances of C-suite leadership. Our seasoned coaches guide leaders in designing and executing highly relevant and engaging onboarding plans.

Board Services: Enhancing Board Effectiveness

MDA Leadership helps boards strengthen their governance roles and internal dynamics.

Board Evaluations

Most boards are required to evaluate their own performance on an annual basis—an exercise that can range from “checking the box” to an experience that truly engages board members in the right conversations. Our services include full board evaluations, individual director reviews, peer feedback, chair role transitions, and action planning.

Board and CEO Consultation

Creating strong board and CEO collaboration requires mutual trust and respect. Forging and maintaining productive relationships cannot be left to chance. MDA Leadership provides trusted advisor consultation for CEOs and their boards to foster alignment in critical areas such as decision-making, role clarity, governance, and communication.

CEO Coaching and Trusted Advisor Consultation

Two-thirds of CEOs don’t receive any outside advice on their leadership skills, and yet almost all would be receptive to suggestions from a coach.4 Since a one-size-fits-all playbook for CEOs doesn’t exist, MDA Leadership provides CEO coaching. Whether business performance is hitting the mark or not, even seasoned CEOs benefit from the safe place and counsel we provide to help them evolve their leadership.

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