Integrated change: creating synergy between leader and organizational development

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to share with organizations a method for integrating organizational culture change and leadership development within one balanced corporate initiative. Design/methodology/approach – This paper describes the benefits of organizational culture and leadership development, the steps taken to design such a program within a large, global manufacturing organization, and the benefits of the integrated program. Findings – Integrating organizational culture with leadership development can help create a clear “line of sight” between the individual and the organization and builds broader accountability for the success of organizational change initiatives. Practical implications – Integrated culture and leadership programs can be designed within any environment. This case study serves as an example to provide readers with ideas for how to create and implement similar programs in other organizations. Originality/value – Kotter stresses the need for leadership in organizational change, however, few case studies have been published in this area that articulate how leadership and organizational development can be successfully integrated.