173: Frontline Leadership Development in a Tech Environment - Matthias Nauwelaers

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Matthias Nauwelaers, Learning Experience Lead at Imec, joins Michelle Ockers to discuss how Imec is building the capability of its frontline people leaders. In a fast-growing, highly technical R&D environment, consistent leadership is key. Matthias shares how Imec replaced ad hoc, inconsistent manager development with a scalable, structured program grounded in real work, peer support, and behavioural change. Learn how they engaged stakeholders, designed for busy experts, and built momentum through iterative improvement - creating a practical, flexible approach that supports leaders across the globe. Host: Michelle Ockers Transcript and related resources: Podcast information and more episodes:

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