Active Employee Engagement
Turn employee commitment into a competitive advantage.
Drive productivity, performance, and customer satistaction.
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Welcome
A Gallup report indicates that 31% of U.S. employees were actively engaged in 2024, the lowest level of active employee engagement in a decade.
If your organization has such a small percentage of actively engaged employees, you are far from achieving competitive business results.
You can change that in your organization.
About Our Consulting SERVICES
Our Leader
Richard Gunderson is a leadership strategist and keynote speaker with a passion for helping small and mid-sized manufacturing companies thrive in uncertain times. With over two decades of experience driving performance on the shop floor, on management teams, and in the executive role, Richard brings a sharp focus to what matters most: resilient leadership, operational clarity, and employee engagement that fuels results.
He’s spoken at leading manufacturing forums and collaborates directly with business leaders to align teams, improve decision-making, and create workplaces where people are empowered to perform at their best—especially when times are tough.
Resilience in Action
Presentation #1 Abstract
Resilience in Action: How Smart Leadership Turned Uncertainty into Opportunity:
A field-tested framework for thriving amid disruption in small manufacturing
In times of economic uncertainty, it’s not just systems or strategies that make or break a manufacturing organization — it’s leadership. In this powerful session, Richard Gunderson shares real-world case studies of small manufacturing businesses that not only survived downturns but came out stronger, more aligned, and more profitable.
Drawing from firsthand experience and industry data, this session explores how smart, resilient leadership drives results. Attendees will walk away with actionable strategies to foster employee engagement, align teams, and make confident decisions under pressure. Whether navigating supply chain disruptions, labor challenges, or shifting market demands, leaders will gain a practical blueprint for turning uncertainty into competitive advantage.
Learning Objective
- Understand how leadership behavior directly impacts organizational resilience.
- Explore proven frameworks for decision-making in high-uncertainty environments.
- Discover communication and team alignment strategies that improve morale and performance.
- Learn from real-world examples with measurable financial outcomes.
Target Audience
Small to mid-sized manufacturing executives, plant managers, and operational leaders seeking to strengthen their organizations against disruption
Strategic Engagement
Presentation #2 Abstract
Strategic Engagement: Turning Employee Commitment into Competitive Advantage:
Drive productivity, performance, and customer satisfaction with deeper employee commitment.
In today’s competitive manufacturing environment, the companies winning in performance, retention, and profitability have one thing in common — highly engaged employees. But engagement doesn’t happen by chance. It’s the result of deliberate leadership, strategic communication, and an environment where frontline workers feel seen, heard, and motivated.
In this engaging session, Richard Gunderson explores how small and mid-sized manufacturers are using practical leadership strategies to unlock employee potential and drive performance. Through real-world case studies and measurable success stories, this session will provide actionable takeaways that attendees can implement immediately.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the ROI of employee engagement, including productivity and retention gains.
- Identify the leadership behaviors that most effectively build trust and ownership.
- Learn how to structure communication and feedback loops to strengthen team alignment.
- Apply engagement strategies that connect company goals to frontline motivation.
Target Audience
Small business owners, executives, and senior leaders in manufacturing and related industries.
Transform Your Business WITH ACTIVE EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT
Increased Productivity
Engaged employees are more motivated and committed to work, leading to higher efficiency and output. Studies show that highly engaged teams experience up to 21% higher productivity compared to disengaged teams (Source: Gallup).
Higher Retention & Lower Turnover Cost
Emgaged employees feel valued and connected to the company's mission, reducing the likelihood of leaving.
Lower turnover means reduced hiring and training costs, with organizations saving an estimated 33% of an employee's salary per retained worker.
Better Customer Satisfaction & Loyalty
Engaged employees provide better customer service, leading to higher customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Companies with high employee engagement see 10% higher customer loyalty metrics. (Source: Gallup)
Improved Safety & Reduced Workplace Accidents
Engagement fosters a culture of accountability and attentiveness, reducing workplace accidents.
Engaged workplaces report 48% fewer safety incidents, particularly in manufacturing and industrial environments. (Source: Gallup)