Leadership Transformation: Jungheinrich Hellas' Journey to Double-Digit Growth

How Jungheinrich Hellas Transformed Leadership and Achieved Record Growth guided by our partner in Greece Fruit4Growth

Jungheinrich Greece , a leader in industrial equipment and intralogistics solutions in Greece, faced a period of significant disruption and change. With leadership transitions and new strategies in play, the need for greater team alignment, collaboration, and strategic clarity was critical.

Through the N.E.W.S.? Team Navigation methodology, guided by FRUIT4GROWTH Leadership Development , Jungheinrich Hellas not only overcame these challenges but also achieved double-digit growth, enhanced team collaboration, and received global recognition for their efforts. Their transformation is a powerful example of what can be achieved when strategic alignment meets effective leadership.

About Jungheinrich Hellas

Jungheinrich Hellas is the Greek subsidiary of Jungheinrich AG, a global leader in material handling equipment, warehousing technology, and supply chain solutions.

Serving a broad spectrum of industries, the company is known for its innovation and customer-centric approach. However, even a market leader must adapt to external disruptions and internal changes. With a new long-term strategy and a management team undergoing significant transitions, they sought to redefine their approach to leadership and collaboration.

Addressing Challenges with Strategic Leadership

The challenges they faced included:

- Leadership restructuring and evolving team dynamics.

- A need for better flexibility in navigating disruptions.

- Aligning a newly developed strategy with day-to-day operations.

- Strengthening interdepartmental trust and collaboration.

To tackle these hurdles, Jungheinrich Hellas partnered with Fruit4Growth to implement the N.E.W.S.? Team Navigation methodology, a structured process that empowers teams to develop their strategies, overcome obstacles, and align with a shared purpose.

What is N.E.W.S.? Team Navigation?

The N.E.W.S.? Navigation solution provides a framework to help teams answer critical questions:

- Why are we doing this? (Purpose and motivation)

- Where do we want to go? (Strategic direction)

- What’s stopping us? (Obstacles and challenges)

- How do we get there? (Actionable steps)

Unlike traditional consultancy methods, the process is designed to be collaborative, drawing insights directly from team members to foster ownership and commitment. It encourages a shift in mindset—from reactive to proactive—and provides a clear pathway to achieving strategic goals.

The Role of Fruit4Growth

Fruit4Growth specializes in leadership and organizational development, helping companies navigate challenges through structured, proven methodologies.

In this case, their facilitation of the N.E.W.S.? Team Navigation methodology ensured Jungheinrich Hellas could effectively align their team with their strategy while building a strong foundation of collaboration and trust. Their hands-on guidance ensured the process was both empowering and results-driven, enabling the team to realize their full potential.

Outcomes That Redefine Success

The results of this transformation were remarkable:

- Double-digit growth in turnover and profits.

- A significant increase in collaboration and trust between departments.

- Prestigious global awards: 2nd place: Global Sales Team Award (Small Sales Units), 3rd place: After-Sales Team Award (Small Sales Units) and Certification as a Great Place to Work?.

Insights from Elena Kallona, Managing Director of Jungheinrich Hellas

"Collaborating with Fruit4Growth and adopting the N.E.W.S.? Team Navigation solution unlocked our team’s full potential. This structured yet empowering approach transformed our management team into a strategic, leadership-oriented unit capable of achieving unprecedented results."

From day one, every team member had a voice. This process gave us clarity, trust, and a shared vision that continues to drive our success. I highly recommend following the N.E.W.S.? Compass—it’s a journey you can’t lose."

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