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Medacta Group SA is a rising star in the orthopedics market, achieving global success through innovative products and techniques, with a particular emphasis on minimally invasive techniques that bring meaningful value to its patients. With its approaches such as Anterior Minimally Invasive Surgery (AMIS) for hip replacement and Kinematic Alignme…
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This technical note presents a comprehensive framework for maximizing leadership impact through a Leader Amplification System (LAS). The note begins by defining one’s unique value-creating purpose, then goes on to explore how leaders can extend their influence and effectiveness by developing four key amplifiers. The note examines each amplifier …
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This Technical Note explores the significant transition that leaders face when moving from functional to enterprise-level leadership roles. It introduces the “Seven Seismic Shifts” framework, which identifies the fundamental changes in mindset and responsibility required for success at the enterprise level. The note examines each shift in detail…
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This Technical Note introduces a new conceptual framework for understanding and developing leadership presence, moving beyond traditional static trait-based approaches. The Leadership Presence Pathway Model presents a dynamic, six-stage process through which leadership presence evolves: Anticipation, First Impressions, Engagement, Messaging, Con…
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Case B describes the unprecedented challenges faced by CO-RO in 2020. The implementation of the sugar tax in its largest Middle Eastern market led to a near 50% volume drop in CO-RO’s sales, and Covid-19 lockdowns impacted the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region in particular. These events led to a dramatic drop in net sales and gross profit, forcing CO-…
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The CO-RO Group is a manufacturer of fruit-based still drinks, concentrates and ambient ice (home-freeze popsicles) headquartered in Denmark. Although production takes place in Denmark, most of its products are sold internationally, with the company relying on long-term local partners to convert and market the finished products. Historically, th…
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The case examines the entrepreneur-led carve out and buyout of dss+, DuPont’s safety and sustainability consulting division, by Gyrus Capital and dss+ management team. dss+ (formerly “DuPont Sustainable Solutions”) played a pivotal role in high-risk industries such as oil, gas, and chemicals, providing critical consulting services at a time when…
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