How do you strengthen middle management and key people in a fast-growing organization?
This was the key challenge facing Hunland, a Hungarian-based, internationally recognized group of companies with Dutch ownership, operating in animal husbandry, live animal trade, meat and meat processing, and logistics.
As the company continued to grow in a demanding, constantly changing market environment, Hunland needed clearer leadership routines, stronger collaboration across management levels, and more confident leaders who could support both daily operations and long-term growth.
To address these challenges, Hunland partnered with DEVELOR to create a tailored development journey for middle managers and key people.
The joint journey included:
- Aligning the program with Hunland’s real business challenges and future goals
- Creating two tailored learning paths for middle managers and key people
- Strengthening leadership responsibility, communication, feedback, mentoring, motivation, and psychological safety
- Involving top management to support implementation and commitment
- Closing the journey with a formal diploma ceremony attended by the owners
The results:
- Clearer leadership roles and decision-making areas
- Stronger cooperation between management levels
- A new Middle Management Academy Club
- Structured 1-to-1 leadership conversations
- A refined performance evaluation system
- Simplified communication channels
“The program initiated a true shift in mindset across the organization. Collaboration has improved, roles are clearer, and leadership accountability has increased.”
– Tibor Hipszki, Chief Operating, Financial and Strategic Officer, Hunland
Why download this case study?
- To see how leadership ownership can be strengthened in a growing organization
- To explore how middle managers and key people can support daily operations more consciously
- To learn how tailored development journeys improve cooperation and accountability
- To gain inspiration for your own leadership development initiatives
Who is this case study for?
- HR and L&D professionals responsible for leadership development
- Executive leaders strengthening middle management impact
- Organizational development experts working on culture and cooperation
- Managers looking to improve accountability and team alignment
Download the full case study to discover how Hunland and DEVELOR strengthened leadership ownership, internal cooperation, and practical management routines.