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AV Dawson seeks leaders of the future

[ April 4, 2023   //   ]

Port of Middlesbrough owner AV Dawson has set up a Leadership Academy to encourage the next generation of business management. It will, in time, be open to any colleague in the business that aspires to develop and will equip them with additional skills, while preparing them for future succession. Also available are ersonality profiling and bespoke development programmes which include one-to-one coaching sessions, masterclasses, guest speakers and an online resource portal.

The academy is split into cohorts, with the first group including senior managers within the business. The knowledge acquired during the programme will enable these managers to use their leadership skills to then support the other cohorts in the academy and share useful practical knowledge and tips.

The academy is the first major initiative launched by Louise Croce, after her promotion to AV Dawson’s people and culture director.

She said that before launching the Academy, AV Dawson offered an opportunity for all colleagues to complete an aspirations survey.

It found that over 80% of respondents, stated that they were keen to develop in their current role or an alternative role within the business.

Employees enrolled into the Leadership Academy have their own unique login to an online portal, where they can access resources, podcasts, webinars and book onto masterclasses.

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