Case Study: a major pharmaceutical company develops high-potential leaders of color with Center for Creative Leadership

a major pharmaceutical company boosts leadership promotion rate to 30% with Center for Creative Leadership

The Center for Creative Leadership partnered with a major pharmaceutical company to address a need for greater diversity in its senior leadership ranks. The client sought a program to prepare high-potential African American, Hispanic/Latino, and Asian American leaders for advancement and to help them build stronger internal networks to foster a culture of inclusion.

The solution developed with the Center for Creative Leadership was the customized Diverse Leadership Program (DLP), focusing on presence, influence, networking, and self-awareness. It combined in-person and virtual learning in a psychologically safe environment. The results were significant, with an overall participant satisfaction rating of 5.0 and a 30% promotion rate to executive director level among a recent cohort. The program also won a gold award for innovation in leadership development.