Case Study: Cortina Leathers embeds core values and strengthens frontline leadership with Organizational Architecture

Cortina Leathers rolls out Core Values with Organizational Architecture over several months

Cortina Leathers, a manufacturer of artisanal upholstery leathers, faced the challenge of embedding its newly defined core values into its company DNA. The leadership team, including President Jack Prause and CFO Bonnie Bernhardt, partnered with Organizational Architecture to ensure these values were not forgotten and were embraced by employees, particularly by preparing frontline supervisors for their critical role in the culture change.

Organizational Architecture developed and delivered customized workshops for Cortina Leathers' supervisors over several months, focusing on successful supervision, using the new employee handbook, and conflict resolution. This practical approach taught valuable leadership skills while simultaneously demonstrating the company's core values in action. The training provided the tools to manage people more effectively and created a stronger bridge between senior leadership and staff, making the initiative an organic success with full leadership support.

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