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HEADSPRING IN FRANCE AND FRANCOPHONE COUNTRIES

With a solid presence in France and the Francophone countries, we work in partnership with many companies to support business transformation that delivers impact.

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France & Francophone Countries Economic Outlook

Re-inventing a responsible and innovative economy

Located in the heart of Europe, this region is particularly active in the space of innovation, energy transition to sustainability, new forms of mobility, tackling discrimination and corporate social responsibility.

At a global scale, there’s a shift in the value chain with the relocation of some strategic industries. The international exposure for most European companies and the development of talent are essential conditions for rapid and sustainable growth in the coming years. The Covid crisis had also a significant impact and is leading change in the working habits in the region.

The major challenges which awaits the French speaking part of Europe (like the rest of Europe for that matter) requires reinventing the economy and developing the necessary talents that companies need. At the same time, leaders must be more innovative, understanding of the impact on the environment, respectful of social constraints and closer to all business stakeholders.

The task is even more difficult “post Covid”. It requires companies, regional states, and leaders to take on a more ambitious, collaborative and agile/flexible approach.

Europe will not lack from competitive advantage for the years to come. Despite the geopolitical pressures and unstable economies, personal and work related stress triggered by the Covid crisis and remote working, access to innovation, collaboration and the willingness to engage, and the socially responsible behavior which needs to be maintained in corporations. The main challenge is in the “how”. How to empower leaders to drive this transformation. This is where the challenge lies, but also where growth can be created.

Millennials, Gen Y and Z are now taking leadership positions in the private and public sector. They are characterized by a real desire to inspire, remain curious and agile, acquire the know-how to train widespread teams and to develop the ability to manage in changing times. Investing in training and lifelong learning for them is essential to unlock their potential and for the organizations they lead.

Regional Expertise

Helping businesses bounce back

With the expertise of the Financial Times and innovation of IE Business School, we have helped the region’s largest companies and leading organisations to drive growth, develop talent and transform cultures.

In the necessity to reinvent and with the expertise of the Financial Times journalists we adopt a broad and divers approach to executive development. We focus on implementations that drives changes through series of experimentations along the journey. The development of talent and the transformation of cultures requires agility, understanding of the environment and the ability to test and collaborate. This is a very pragmatic approach and seems to be obvious.

Research and theoretical approaches are of course of interest in the training of leaders, but they cannot be the main area of development. That is why we have a very collaborative approach to constantly testing the concepts and their relevance in the current situation.

We have successfully implemented this approach in several companies and organizations in France and in the French speaking part of Europe.

How we support our clients

Empowering businesses to handle complexity

Organisations in France and the Francophone countries today face complex issues that can’t be solved by generic solutions. We don’t approach a client assuming we will have all the answers. We listen. We challenge assumptions. We work with you to co-create customised executive development solutions which not only ask the right questions but, crucially, offer the right answers.

Leadership Development in France and Francophone Countries

Lead your industry. Help your leaders set your business apart and partake the strategy that will take your vision to the next level.

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Leverage the power of diversity and inclusion to make a positive impact on society and achieve sustainable growth in France and Francophone countries.

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Purpose and Sustainability

Prepare your organisation for a seismic shift in the nature and purpose of business, with practical and responsible strategies tailored to the sustainability and environmental challenges in France and Francophone countries.

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Client Stories

APTAR: SETTING THE FUTURE OF MANUFACTURING

How Aptar partnered with Headspring to gain an outside-in perspective and prepare for the future of consumer goods manufacturing.

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Client Stories

CMA CGM: Fast Track Leadership Programme

How we are helping CMA CGM, a global shipping company, develop its next-generation leaders worldwide: the LEAD Program.

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Our France & Francophone Team

Excellence in Design and Delivery

Our people embody our global approach, working across France and Francophone countries, as well as globally. We build multidisciplinary teams around our clients to understand strategic challenges and develop executive education programmes that create value.

Adriana Botzeva

Program Manager
As a Program Manager, Adriana helps organizations respond to business challenges and capture new opportunities by developing, delivering and assessing learning solutions that drive business results and unleash the potential of the company's professionals. Adriana has worked with many firms across diverse industry sectors in Western Europe, such as Insurance, Banking and Finance, IT, Hospitality, Construction and Food Industry. She worked with clients such as Generali, Banco Santander, BBVA, Ferrovial, Cisco Systems, Melia Hotels International, Arla among many others.

Natalia Garcia Rodriguez

Program Manager
Natalia graduated in Translation and Interpreting and has a master’s degree in education. She has over 10 years of experience in the education industry. Based in London, she successfully runs international programmes across all leadership levels, geographies and cultures and works in close partnership with top global companies.

Malek Adjerad

Director of Learning Design
Malek Adjerad (MA) is an experienced Learning and Development professional with significant experience in programme design and impact. He designs change programs worldwide that make a positive impact on people and their organisations. He has been described by clients as inspiring, reliable, fun and friendly, with a relaxed and clear business-like approach. Malek's key expertise is partnering with the business to uncover key business issues and collaborate to design and deliver suitable solutions that are practical and impactful.
Insights

One future. Multiple paths

A closer look at the issues making waves in France and the Francophone markets. Insights from the FT into the key topics impacting the region – from tech transformation to the businesses helping to build a sustainable future.

L'impact du Covid sur nos nouveaux modes de (télé)travail [Webinar]

Découvrez comment la crise du Covid-19 a-t-elle accéléré la transformation du travail.

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Embodying Sustainability Through D&I [Podcast]

Learn about what is role of Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) in the evolution of sustainable capitalism.

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After Covid: A New Blend of Learning

The Coronavirus pandemic may be in retreat in many parts of the world, but it has left an indelible mark on how executives work and learn. From organisation-wide homeworking to zoom brainstorming sessions (and even virtual office parties) one key question looms. Will we revert to former ways or are we at the start of a whole new way of working?

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transformational leadership

Six Things Transformational Leaders Don’t Do in a Crisis

2020 has provided an unprecedented test for the skills of modern leaders. As they balance business survival with concern for employees and society, leadership that engages effectively with high ambiguity and low predictability has become critical.

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Nick van Dam and Jacqui Brassey decipher leadership in turbulenttimes

How to be an Authentic Leader in Turbulent Times (and why it matters)

The world has changed dramatically in the last few weeks. Although it’s a temporary scenario, our sense of normalcy has been shattered. The current crisis will unquestionably alter many aspects of our lives and require us to adapt our behaviours.

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Why You Should Foster Curiosity as a Skill At Work

Curiosity and exploration used to be reserved for senior management. Today, with unchartered external pressures and risk of disruption, innovation must flourish across all levels for a company to stay ahead. What does it take for employees to stay curious?

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Headspring Report

Developing Sustainable Leadership

A business shouldn’t have to choose between profit and purpose. But what does it take to get it right?

In conducting this research, Headspring has complemented field interviews with analysis and commentary from faculty, leading thinkers, academics, journalists and practitioners.

The goal of this report is to prepare senior leaders to support their business through some of the most significant shifts in the history of business.

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Online Learning Solutions

Discover our Customisable Online Programs

Global organisations today face complex issues that can’t be solved by generic solutions. Discover our online programs and understand how they can be the right corporate learning solution for your business.

Virtual Leadership Program

The role of leaders is being completely reshaped. While setting a clear business vision is essential, it is no longer enough

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Sustainable Growth Program

Designed to help leaders understand the fast-changing environmental, social and governance (ESG) context in which they operate.

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Digital Transformation & Leadership Program

Transform from within. Embrace digital change to serve your customers, staff and business goals. A program for leaders in the digital world

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Commercial Transformation Program

Help your sales team embrace a mindset of constant development, combined with self-reflection and practical training to help sales leaders and their teams to navigate change and transformation.

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Inclusive Leadership Program

A customisable online program for teams and business leaders who need to understand how to build and lead an inclusive, diverse and innovate team.

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Building better organisations,

Corporate Governance Advisory

A forward-looking approach to governance in a volatile world. Developed by global business leaders and supported by some of the most influential Financial Times journalists.

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