Clarksons Case Study: Empowering tomorrow’s leaders today

Clarksons is a leading New Zealand provider of nationwide property maintenance, electrical, and fuel services. With a strong reputation for reliable, hands-on solutions, Clarksons supports a wide range of commercial and industrial clients. As their business expanded rapidly, developing the leadership capabilities of their middle managers became a vital strategic focus.

Problem

As Clarksons grew nationwide they saw the need to support their middle managers in stepping up as future senior leaders. Building internal capability became a strategic priority.

Solution

We partnered with Clarksons to design a bespoke two-day Growing Leaders programme, delivered across three months with structured check-ins to embed learning. Every element was tailored to reflect their business realities using their language, addressing the specific challenges their leaders face, and grounded in a deep understanding of their operational context. The programme focused on 15 of their most promising middle managers, blending practical tools, leadership frameworks, and peer learning to accelerate development.

Impact

The result: stronger leadership confidence, clearer communication, and better team management. Participants left the programme better equipped to lead people, navigate difficult situations, and contribute at a higher strategic level. Participants rated the programme 4.5 stars on average, with feedback highlighting its relevance and impact.

For Clarksons, this was more than a course, it was a tangible investment in their people and the future of their leadership bench.