As Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of WD-40 Company, Garry Ridge is responsible for developing and implementing high-level strategies, all operations, and the oversight of all relationships and partnerships for the company.
Garry is passionate about the learning and empowering organizational culture he has helped establish at the WD-40 Company. His vision and leadership have positively impacted the organization in both measurable and immeasurable ways.
Garry joined WD-40 Company in 1987 and has held various management positions during that time, including Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, and Vice President of International. He has worked directly with WD-40 Company in over 70 countries.
Garry is an Adjunct Professor at the University of San Diego where he teaches the Principles and Practices of Corporate Culture in the Master of Science in Executive Leadership program. In 2009, he co-authored a book with Ken Blanchard outlining his effective leadership techniques, titled: Helping People Win at Work: A Business Philosophy called ‘Don’t Mark My Paper, Help Me Get an A.’
A native of Australia, Garry holds a certificate in Modern Retailing and Wholesale Distribution, plus a Master of Science in Executive Leadership from the University of San Diego.
Leadership behavior has a major impact on culture. Approximately 67% of people go to work daily feeling disengaged.
Good strategy is critical to the success of an organization. However, coupled with low engagement, it does make for the building of an enduring institution.
During this session, you will identify the 10 leadership behaviors that negatively impact culture and employee engagement. Discover the algorithm for strong culture and the freedom of lived values in an organization.
Leaders that create a culture which delivers high employee engagement have demonstrated behaviors that reduce fear, build trust, encourage learning, and significantly impact results.
In this session, uncover 10 positive behaviors that coaches can develop with leaders that will make a positive difference to organizational culture and performance. Discover the secret behind the formula, CULTURE = (VALUES + BEHAVIOR) X CONSISTENCY, and how to pass on the results to your clients.
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