A Government Port Seeks Customized Business Acumen Training to Allow Employees to Make Better Business Decisions Within a Highly Dynamic Industry

Press Release

OREM, Utah – July 1, 2024

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News Facts:

• A top-performing North American port serves as a critical hub for international trade. In an industry that demands adept handling of emergencies and market fluctuations, this company sought business acumen training for its leaders to improve decision-making.
  

• This port wanted to enhance the business and financial acumen of its 150 managers. Our customized training focused on understanding business metrics, articulating strategy, and navigating challenges like inflation and supply chain bottlenecks. This comprehensive approach equips all managerial staff to make informed decisions, driving profitability and resilience within the organization.
  

• This industry must be resilient, responding with a business mindset to emergencies. With a disaster near their port earlier this year, this company had to manage significant swings in volume. Our training provided managers with the knowledge of the financial ramifications of the emergency, ensuring they make the best decisions moving forward and remain prepared for market and environmental challenges.
  

• The impact of our training has been significant. Managers now possess a heightened awareness of the financial implications of their decisions, allowing them to approach their roles with a business-oriented mindset and contribute to the port’s strategic goals and operational efficiency.
  

• Acumen Learning is proud to play a pivotal role in this transformative journey. As a result of this partnership, the government-managed company is looking to put their sales organization through our customized business acumen training.

Supporting Quotes:

• “It was helpful in getting a deeper understanding of how our financials tie together. Great examples outside of the industry and discussion of how they relate to our business.”

• “Very insightful and informative on how to read our company’s P&L and how to better educate our peers on how to understand what they are looking at.”

• “Excellent course material and presentation. Instructor was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic.”

• “Very informative and engaging. The trainer was knowledgeable and able to explain corporate finance fundamentals in simple terms.”

• “This industry is so dynamic and unique in that these leaders have to be ready to move and pivot at any moment. This company does this beautifully. It’s inspiring to witness how enhanced business acumen empowers these leaders to navigate challenges and drive success in their roles.”

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