Facing shifting consumer expectations and the complexities of a global workforce, a global food leading company partnered with Aurora to help mid-level leaders unlock their potential, strengthen cross-regional collaboration, and turn career development into measurable business impact.

• 94% believe their company makes their development a priority
• 91% can apply what they learned on the job
• 89% feel more empowered to advocate for themselves
• 94% want to be working at the company 12 months from now

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The Challenge

Unlocking Talent in a Complex Global Landscape

With 155,000 employees spanning six continents, and with plans to make significant acquisitions, this multinational organization faced a pressing challenge: how to ensure mid-level managers and directors were not only keeping pace with business transformation but also thriving as leaders. Rapid growth, shifting consumer expectations, and global operations demanded a consistent, scalable approach to leadership development that could foster collaboration across regions and cultures.

The Aurora Solution

Personalized Growth Meets Global Scale

In 2020, the company partnered with reacHIRE’s Aurora platform to design a career development program that would unleash leadership potential at scale.

Program highlights:

• Pilot to Global Expansion: From 48 participants in the first year to nearly 400 associates in 2025, with close to 800 employees engaged to date across 32 countries.
• Strengths-Based Development: Each participant identified and applied their unique strengths to drive creativity, productivity, and team impact.
• Blended Learning Experience: A mix of live sessions, coaching, mentorship, and digital tools ensured growth was both immersive and sustainable.
• Cohort Connection: Cross-regional peer groups reinforced accountability and created a global network of leaders.
• Tech-Enabled Support: Aurora’s AI-driven tools, bite-sized lessons, and interactive exercises scaled the human-centered experience without losing personalization.

The Results

From Individual Growth to Organizational Impact

The program quickly became a cornerstone of the company’s retention and engagement strategy. Participants reported stronger confidence, deeper collaboration, and a renewed commitment to the organization.

Key outcomes:

The Broader Impact

Building a Culture of Growth and Belonging

By embedding Aurora into its leadership strategy, the company created a consistent, scalable model for talent development that transcends borders. The initiative not only strengthened leadership readiness but also reinforced a culture of belonging, collaboration, and innovation — ensuring the organization remains resilient in a rapidly evolving market.