Case Studies

American Osteopathic Association

CASE STUDY // WORKSHOP

With more than 50,000 active members, the AOA serves as the primary certifying body for D.O.s, and is the accrediting agency for all osteopathic medical colleges and health care facilities. The association was looking for challenging programming for its leadership conference series, primarily materials focused on helping its doctors understanding the importance of branding.

GCG Action

GCG conducted its signature workshop Personal Branding for Smarties. The highly interactive session focused on specific ways to develop a dynamic personal brand. By utilizing key branding strategies used by some of the most profitable and recognized names in the world, we challenged individuals to develop their own brand by cultivating strengths to propel themselves, and their medical practices to the next level.

Result

Participants are equipped with the skills to understand the value of their personal brand and how to translate those qualities into more lucrative practices.

Testimonial

Ann provided our participants with a fresh, energetic and engaging workshop targeted specifically at leadership advocacy. Her professionalism and expertise were inspirational to all involved and we received extremely positive feedback concerning the event. We won't hesitate to call on Gallagher Consulting Group again.


Linda Mascherti, Director
American Osteopathic Association Division of State Government & International Affairs

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Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption

CASE STUDY // STRATEGIC PLANNING

The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption is one of the leading adoption resources in the country, and has been placing foster children across the country for 15 years. The Foundation needed comprehensive research and strategic planning services to combat the escalating need for placing foster care children.

GCG Action

Gallagher Consulting Group has spearheaded research and planning for the Foundation since 2002, directing all aspects of a multi-year strategic planning initiative that included research and customized planning retreats for the board of directors and staff. One of the ideas as a result of the planning was the Wendy's Wonderful Kids program. Wendy's Wonderful Kids is a signature program aimed at raising funds for the Foundation. The Foundation then makes grants to local adoption organizations to hire recruiters targeted exclusively on placing foster care children with adoptive families.

Result

The Wendy's Wonderful Kids program has grown from its infancy to placing recruiters in all 50 states and Canada in two years. The Dave Thomas Foundation was able to use the plan and strategic direction provided by GCG to meet their goal of placing more than thousands of foster children in permanent homes.

Testimonial

Gallagher Consulting Group provided the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption the catalyst to move to the next level of organizational excellence through an intensive and creative strategic planning process. By expertly involving all key stakeholders, providing dynamic executive counsel and quickly understanding all the levels and nuances of the organization's activity, Ann Gallagher gracefully, but aggressively, managed a critical planning process for the Foundation. I highly recommend the Gallagher Consulting Group to any organization wanting to strive for results.


Rita Soronen, Executive Director
Dave Thomas Foundation

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Franklin University

CASE STUDY // RESEARCH

Franklin University is a private college providing educational opportunities to undergraduate and graduate students. Franklin experienced a recent shift in enrollment in its popular MBA program, which prompted university leaders to examine this change in greater detail.

GCG Action

GCG developed and implemented research designed to analyze the cause of the shift. The study focused on key respondents including Central Ohio employers, Franklin University MBA students and graduates, and prospective MBA students. Insights learned through the process helped Franklin adapt to the changing demands of both its students and the companies hiring them.

Result

Franklin University's MBA program was adjusted to meet the needs of the community, leading to increased enrollment and increase in overall awareness of Franklin.

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Grange Insurance Company

CASE STUDY // EXECUTIVE BRANDING

Grange Insurance is a $1 billion regional insurance provider. The company wanted to elevate the profile of its senior team among various internal and external stakeholders.

GCG Action

GCG worked with members of the executive team to develop strong personal brands. GCG created customized executive positioning plans for each leader. These individual PR blueprints included strategies and tactics to showcase the knowledge and expertise of the leaders through targeted appearances, speaking engagements, networking and detailed media efforts.

Result

Grange increased overall awareness of the company and its key executive through high-profile national speaking engagements, board placements and targeted media coverage (including cover story in National Underwriter).

Testimonial

I can't say enough about the outstanding work Gallagher Consulting Group has done for our company. Ann Gallagher's ability to support the evolution of management professionals into strategic, forward thinking "players" is quite extraordinary. Grange has also used Gallagher to conduct critical, targeted market research, results of which have helped us grow and continue to provide quality service to our agents and policyholders.


Phil Urban, President and CEO
Grange Insurance Companies

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Nationwide Foundation

CASE STUDY // RESEARCH

With more than $157 billion in statutory assets, Nationwide is one of the largest insurance and financial services companies in the world. Nationwide Foundation wanted to keep a pulse on the viewpoints and values of its employees in relation to philanthropy, assuring their giving mirrored the values of employees across the country.

GCG Action

GCG designed and conducted focus groups of Nationwide employees throughout various offices across the U.S. to gain keen insights on the overall charitable giving mission.

Result

This custom program helped guide their philanthropic strategy and raise overall awareness of the Foundation. Nationwide continue to be recognized nationally and locally in the communities it serves as one of the most charitable companies in the United States.

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The Pizzuti Companies

CASE STUDY // STRATEGIC PLANNING

Over the past 30 years The Pizzuti Companies have developed a national reputation as leaders in industrial, commercial and mixed-use projects. In response to internal and external growth and change, the company needed to prioritize, streamline and restructure its organizational goals and priorities.

GCG Action

GCG planned and facilitated strategic planning retreats with senior management. The primary objective was to develop the strategic direction for the company. The retreats were also forums to create business development strategies geographically and by industry.

Result

Increased focus and profitability due to more streamlined efforts and prioritized goals.

Testimonial

Ann's work with our team over the past two years has been exemplary. Her strategic retreats have cemented our leadership team and given us the opportunity to focus and prioritize on creating a comprehensive vision for the future of our companies. The sessions are especially beneficial because they concentrate on the strategic items we need to address. We don't waste our time on unnecessary tasks. I would highly recommend Ann, GCG, and their services.


Ronald A. Pizzuti, Chairman and CEO
The Pizzuti Companies

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WD Partners

CASE STUDY // PUBLIC RELATIONS

WD Partners, commercial developer for multi-unit businesses worldwide, wanted to announce the strategic hiring of a nationally renowned industry expert.

GCG Action

GCG worked with WD to create a rollout plan that included disseminating strategic messages to key stakeholders, including local and national business and trade press.

Result

GCG helped secure significant media coverage in trade business and select geographic media markets.

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  • Lisa Groff
    Managing Director, Credit-Risk
    American Electric Power

  • Rhoderick C. Griffin
    Manager, Regulated Accounting
    American Electric Power

  • Michelle Cramer
    President
    Cramer + Associates

  • Celia D. Crossley
    CEO & President
    Celia D. Crossley & Associates, Ltd.

  • Christopher L. Runyan, P.E.
    President
    Ohio Contractors Association

  • Linda Mascherti
    Director, Division of State Government
    & International Affairs
    American Osteopathic Association

  • Morna Smith, PhD.
    Nationwide Children's Hospital

  • Rita Soronen
    Executive Director
    Dave Thomas Foundation

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    Sr. VP Community Affairs
    Dispatch Printing Company

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    General/Engineering Development
    Integration Services

    General Dynamics

  • Bob Mulcahy
    Former Sector President
    General Dynamics

  • Phil Urban
    President and CEO
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    President and CEO
    Greater Columbus Chamber
    of Commerce

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    Director of Corporate Public Relations
    Kelly Services

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    Executive Director
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    Executive Director
    Ohio Association of Broadcasters

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    Chief Executive Officer
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    Former Executive Director
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    Executive DirectorFranklin University Leadership Center
    Franklin University Leadership Center
    President Emeritus, Franklin University

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