Our friends at Deere & Company have been selected in the top 20 on a list recognizing best-in-class management practices, especially in the area of leadership development. This company news release says Deere comes in at number 16 on the 2014 Global Top Companies for Leaders list, the third year in a row the company has made the list.
“Top Companies for Leaders are passionate about cultivating resilient and engaging leaders who take the time to know and develop employees and understand what experiences they need to rise above the rest,” said Pete Sanborn, global talent practice leader at Aon Hewitt. “Deere is among a select group of organizations that excel at building and growing a strong leadership environment.”
The Top Companies for Leaders study assesses talent management and leadership practices of organizations around the world. Independent, expert judges rank companies based on criteria including strength of leadership practices and culture, global leader development and alignment of leadership and business. A company’s overall reputation as well as business and financial performance are also factors.
“Leadership and employee development are important factors in the success of John Deere now and in the future,” said Sam Allen, chairman and chief executive officer of Deere & Company. “John Deere employees make the difference in delivering superior products and services to our customers.”
The Top Companies for Leaders study is considered the most comprehensive global research on leadership, examining the link between leadership practices and financial results.