OVERVIEW

HIGH-IMPACT LEADERSHIP 

Grey Matter delivers a comprehensive, evidence-based framework to lead in Fourth Industrial Revolution environments—navigating complexity, driving change, and solving challenges. This Accelerator empowers leaders with premium soft skills and micro-credentials aligned with UNPRiME standards for sustainable leadership.

Organisations that have Embraced LPP
an Achieved Extraordinary Results

CUSTOM DESIGN AND DELIVERY

On-Demand | Hybrid | Live Onsite

COMPREHENSIVE FIVE PHASE BUSINESS CHANGE FRAMEWORK AND PROCESS

Master the New Leadership Paradigm
Strategic Transformation for Industry 4.0

In today’s hyperconnected business environment, a stark reality emerges—your leadership playbook that once drove success is rapidly becoming obsolete. As competitors embrace the digital revolution, you may find yourself asking: Is your leadership approach evolving fast enough to meet the complexity of Industry 4.0?

The Leadership Crisis in Modern Business

According to the World Economic Forum, traditional leadership models are failing under the weight of unprecedented complexity. The signs are everywhere:

• Digital transformation initiatives promise breakthrough results but deliver only marginal improvements.
• Teams struggle to execute effectively within increasingly complex systems.
• Strategic decision-making becomes paralyzed by overwhelming data and conflicting priorities.
• Conventional leadership frameworks fall short in navigating the evolving business landscape.
• You need more than another leadership course—you need a holistic leadership mindset transformation tailored for the demands of Industry 4.0.

Industry-Specific Acceleration Tracks

Achieve customized strategic leadership transformation through our tailored in-company engagements and on-demand online accelerator courses.

How You'll Achieve Results

• 1 x Introductory Workshop (50 min) – Kickstart with an overview of key concepts.
• 1 x Pre-Program and Planning Meeting –Define goals and expectations for success.
• 1 x Individual Intake Session – Assess current leadership and coaching capabilities.
• 2-4 x One-to-One Coaching Sessions – Personalised coaching for actionable insights.
• 5-7 x Core Capability-Building Sessions – Develop critical leadership and coaching skills.
• 1 x Mid-Review and Final Evaluation – Measure progress and refine strategies.
• 1 x Weekly Q&A Support Session – Address challenges and reinforce learning.
• Continuous Measured Outcomes – Track performance improvements in real-time.
• Facilitated Coaching for Practice & Execution – Guided application of skills in daily operations.
• Flexible Virtual Delivery Schedule – Access learning at your convenience.
• 100% Practice-Based Application – Apply concepts directly to your role and team.
• Exclusive Membership Resources – Ongoing access to valuable tools and material. 

What You'll Learn, Practice and Apply

1. Strategic Complexity to Clarity
   Develop a framework to diagnose internal and external complexities, enabling the design of effective leadership, organizational, and industrial strategies.
   
   
2. Leading Strategic Transformation
   Master a comprehensive framework and process for leading people and business transformation from strategy to execution
   
   
3. Problem-Solving Mastery
   Apply a ‘best-in-class’ breakthrough framework to diagnose business systems, solve challenges, and implement successful decisions with confidence.
   
   All content is 100% practice-based, tailored, and applied to your role, business, and teams.
   
   Our solutions are discipline-focused, rooted in evidence-based theories, research, and practical application.

What You'll Achieve

1. Advanced Systems Navigation
   - Gain expertise in strategic leadership development for complex business environments.
   - Implement comprehensive transformation strategies that drive measurable results.
   - Develop advanced systems thinking to 
   support informed corporate decision-making.
   
   
2. Digital-Era Leadership
   - Acquire the skills needed to lead digital transformation in evolving technical landscapes.
   - Cultivate leadership confidence in fast-changing digital environments.
   - Transition from traditional leadership methods to agile and adaptive systems.
   
   
3. Sustainable Impact
   - Attain UNPRiME-aligned leadership certifications to support sustainable business growth.
   - Drive lasting organizational change through strategic and sustainable leadership.
   - Build resilient, high-performing teams equipped to navigate continuous change.
   
   
4. Advanced Systems Navigation
   - Master strategic leadership development for complex business environments
   - Deploy comprehensive transformation strategies that drive measurable results
   - Develop advanced systems thinking for corporate decision-making.

Our Commitment to Excellence

Our dedication to leadership development goes beyond immediate outcomes. The TRANSFORM micro-credentials are fully aligned with UN PRiME (Principles for Responsible Management Education), ensuring your leadership journey drives:

• Sustainable Business Practices – Foster growth while prioritising environmental and social responsibility.
• Ethical Leadership Frameworks – Lead with integrity and a commitment to responsible governance.
• Global Development Goals – Align leadership strategies with the broader vision of sustainable global progress.
• Responsible Management Education – Promote leadership grounded in ethical, inclusive, and responsible management principles.
• Long-Term Value Creation – Build sustainable leadership capabilities that generate enduring business impact.

Key Alignments
• PRME Integration: Supports cutting-edge research and innovation in leadership development, emphasizing systems thinking and ethical leadership in alignment with PRME principles.

• SDG Contribution: Directly advances Sustainable Development Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), equipping leaders to navigate technological disruptions while fostering workforce stability and growth.

John Grisby

Meet Your Professor of Practice (Leadership)

John Grisby is a Professor of Practice in Leadership, industry consultant, and author with a proven track record of helping leaders transform their roles, organizations, and sectors. As a specialized Leadership Transformation Partner, he accelerates leadership capacity development and drives change and transformation from strategy to execution within the complex and evolving environments of Industry 4.0.

With over 25 years of experience in human performance and leadership development, John’s expertise spans multiple disciplines. His background includes:
 

• Executive Coaching in Performance (EMCC Coaching Senior Practitioner)
• Cross-Cultural Organizations (Maastricht University)
• Organizational Change Strategy (Adizes Institute)
• Leadership Mindset Systems & Structures (Dr. Don Beck, Spiral Dynamics)
• Professor of Practice in Leadership (UBBS) 

John holds an MA in Global Communications and is recognized as an HE Fellow, CMBE, and CMgr MCMI.

His global experience includes working with leaders from family-owned businesses, mid-sized enterprises, and corporate organizations across diverse sectors. Having lived and worked in Europe, the USA, Africa, South America, and the Middle East, John brings a unique, international perspective. He is also tri-lingual, fluent in English, Spanish, and Italian.

What Clients Say 

“John transformed our strategy by diagnosing business challenges and introducing key principles of business change. We uncovered over 100 symptoms and 13 root causes hindering growth. With John’s guidance, we prioritized critical areas such as role clarity and reducing M&A conflicts. As a result, we have successfully regained our strategic vision.”

“Using the ALPHA framework, we identified around 30 symptoms and three major root causes affecting our sales and marketing performance. This approach reduced internal conflicts and enabled us to focus on high-value opportunities. Our teams now leverage the Fast Track Problem Solving Framework to stay proactive and avoid recurring challenges.”

“John’s unique expertise and extensive experience helped our senior leadership team refine their skills and strategic focus. His ability to clarify both business and personal objectives—often lost in the daily grind—brought greater alignment, focus, and more satisfying results.”

“John’s methodology reshaped how our business operates. He empowered our senior management team to diagnose problems, uncover 20 symptoms and five root causes, and implement meaningful change. With the Fast Track Problem Solving process now in place, we are more aligned and future-ready.”

“He is a globally recognized leader in business leadership with decades of experience. I highly recommend his services to individuals, businesses, governing bodies, and anyone looking to advance their career in sports leadership.”

“Professor Grisby’s expertise in helping leaders transition in Industry 4.0 offers invaluable, practical insights. His approach is essential for those looking to adopt and leverage digital-first leadership strategies.”

“John seamlessly blends academic rigor with real-world industry experience, providing clear solutions to our leadership challenges.”

“With John’s guidance, we estimated saving between six and eight months in our strategic implementation process.”