Better Decisions. Measurable Results. When the stakes run high, the right decisions change everything.
For more than 40 years, Dr. Linda Henman has helped leaders and boards make decisions they can’t afford to get wrong. From selecting CEOs and building leadership pipelines to accelerating growth and improving profitability, her work produces results that matter.
Here are five examples of the results Linda has helped clients receive:
Operational Effectiveness
$3.5 Million in Additional Hospital Revenue—in Six Months
Situation
A 100-bed Wisconsin hospital faced serious financial challenges. Leadership suspected reimbursement problems, but the losses ran deeper: inadequate documentation, denied claims, inefficient processes, and poor communication between physicians and administrators.
Intervention
Linda and her team diagnosed the revenue problems, redesigned critical processes, improved clinical documentation, strengthened physician collaboration, and established performance measures to sustain improvements
Results
$3.5 million in additional revenue in just six months—more than triple the original $1 million target. The hospital also reduced denials, improved revenue-cycle performance, and equipped its leaders to sustain those gains.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Building the Leadership Pipeline for a $3.2 Billion Merger
Situation
Following Tyson Foods’ $3.2 billion acquisition of IBP, the newly combined company faced a critical challenge: developing enough exceptional leaders to support its enormous scale and growth ambitions.
Intervention
As one of eight succession-planning experts working directly with John Tyson and his executive team, Linda helped design a leadership development system, assess executive talent, identify successors, and prepare leaders for expanded responsibilities.
Results
The company strengthened its leadership pipeline, expanded development opportunities, and established greater accountability for succession planning. Following the intervention, Tyson’s stock price rose more than 50%.
CEO Selection
The Right CEO. Tripling of Stock Price.
Situation
Following an acquisition, a $1.5 billion manufacturing company faced stagnant growth and stock performance. Its board had narrowed the CEO search to two finalists. Choosing the wrong leader could jeopardize the company’s future.
Intervention
Linda assessed both candidates for strategic thinking, business judgment, leadership capability, and growth potential. She recommended one finalist, coached him through his transition, evaluated his executive team, and developed a succession plan.
Results
The company’s stock price tripled during the new CEO’s first year. He subsequently led four major international acquisitions and positioned the organization for continued growth.
The board chairman credited Linda’s guidance as critical to the company’s success:
“Dr. Henman was instrumental in the successful selection of an outstanding CEO for our NYSE organization.”
Succession Planning
Stronger Leaders. Better Market Capitalization
Situation
A $500 million manufacturing operation had settled for average performance. Its CEO recognized that weak leadership and an inadequate succession pipeline threatened future growth and market capitalization.
Intervention
Linda assessed high-potential leaders, identified gaps in the talent pipeline, and recommended development and promotion decisions. Her findings helped the CEO and board recognize the need to replace two senior executives and restructure the business.
Results
The company strengthened its leadership team and replaced average decision makers with brilliant ones. During Linda’s ten-year client relationship, market capitalization grew from $1.7 billion to $3.15 billion, and the stock price tripled.
Strategic Growth
Turning Three Struggling Companies into One Competitive Business
Situation
After combining three companies, an East Coast manufacturer continued losing market share despite favorable economic conditions. The organization lacked a unified strategy and the leadership needed to execute one.
Intervention
Linda assessed and recommended a new president, then helped select the CFO and COO. She worked with the new executive team to establish strategic priorities, identify competitive advantages, clarify accountability, and execute a growth strategy.
Results
The company completed its integration, streamlined its product portfolio, and developed a more focused market strategy. Even as the economy deteriorated, the business remained competitive while rivals lost market share.
Your Next Critical Decision
The difference between an expensive mistake and an extraordinary result often comes down to one decision.
Whether you’re selecting your next CEO, planning succession, navigating an acquisition, or pursuing growth, Dr. Linda Henman brings the judgment, research, and experience to help you make the decisions you must get right.
Make your next decision count.
Contact Dr. Linda Henman to discuss your organization’s most consequential decisions.
