Senn Delaney Management Consultants, often referred to as Senn Delaney, was a prominent consulting firm specializing in corporate culture transformation. Founded in 1978 by Larry Senn and Jim Delaney, the firm was one of the pioneers in addressing corporate culture as a key factor for organizational success. Senn Delaney's mission was to help companies shape their culture to achieve higher performance, better collaboration, and more engaged employees.
Focus on Culture:
Senn Delaney's services were built around the belief that culture plays a significant role in determining the success of an organization. Their methodology emphasized aligning behaviors, attitudes, and practices across leadership teams and broader employee groups.
Proprietary Methodologies:
The firm developed specific tools and frameworks for diagnosing and reshaping organizational culture. These often involved workshops, leadership training, and employee engagement programs to instill a "spirit of high performance."
Clientele:
Senn Delaney worked with a wide range of industries and was known for collaborating with Fortune 500 companies and other large organizations.
Acquisition by Heidrick & Struggles:
In 2012, Senn Delaney was acquired by Heidrick & Struggles, a global executive search and leadership advisory firm. The acquisition integrated Senn Delaney's culture-shaping expertise into Heidrick's leadership consulting offerings.
Legacy:
The firm is remembered as a pioneer in the field of culture consulting, and its approaches continue to influence how organizations think about and address culture as a strategic asset.
Following its acquisition, Senn Delaney operated as a division within Heidrick & Struggles, maintaining its core focus on culture transformation while benefiting from the global reach and resources of its parent company.
Robert joined as a Consultant and opened the London Office with mandate to grow in EMEA. Served as Managing Director of Senn Delaney International and as a Principal of the Firm. Secured all Major Retail clients such as Debenhams, Dixon’s, Safeway, and Harrod’s among others.
