Gene 1 Problem Solution Paper
Running head: GENE ONE SCENARIO SUMMARY-WEEK ONE
Gene One Scenario Summary-Week One
Mary A. Cornwell
MBA520
University of Phoenix
Transformational Leadership
Professor Rick Johnson
June 9, 2008
Introduction
The Gene One Scenario presents an interesting perspective on team building and the decision- making process of leadership when assembling an effective team. Through this learning tool, the dynamics of a robust team are explored. The following paper will explore this successful entrepreneurial endeavor that is poised for change. Gene One has devised a business plan to expand the company by becoming a publicly traded company. The management team must focus on organizational structure to bring about positive change that will enable the company growth. This paper will explore the current culture of Gene One, its leadership style and the external forces that will facilitate company’s growth.
Describe the situation. What is the situation? What challenges exist? What opportunities exist? How are the challenges and opportunities different at different levels in the organization? Who are key stakeholders and what are their interests?
Gene One is a small biotech company that in the mid 1990s revolutionized.”…gene technology that eradicated disease in tomatoes and potatoes.”(Gene One Scenario, University of Phoenix, 2008) The team at Gene One fostering a”…...win-win situation helped Gene One grow to a $400 million company in just eight short years.” (Gene One Scenario, University of Phoenix, 2008) At Gene One the original start up team, consisted of 5 colleagues who collaborated to make the enterprise a success. Each team member brought to the company a unique strength: 1. Don Ruiz was “…a young entrepreneur…and creative force behind Gene One” (Gene One Scenario, University of Phoenix, 2008) 2. Michelle Houghton the CFO… “Michelle invested everything she had into Gene One and, as a result, feels a strong
Gene One Scenario Summary-Week One
Mary A. Cornwell
MBA520
University of Phoenix
Transformational Leadership
Professor Rick Johnson
June 9, 2008
Introduction
The Gene One Scenario presents an interesting perspective on team building and the decision- making process of leadership when assembling an effective team. Through this learning tool, the dynamics of a robust team are explored. The following paper will explore this successful entrepreneurial endeavor that is poised for change. Gene One has devised a business plan to expand the company by becoming a publicly traded company. The management team must focus on organizational structure to bring about positive change that will enable the company growth. This paper will explore the current culture of Gene One, its leadership style and the external forces that will facilitate company’s growth.
Describe the situation. What is the situation? What challenges exist? What opportunities exist? How are the challenges and opportunities different at different levels in the organization? Who are key stakeholders and what are their interests?
Gene One is a small biotech company that in the mid 1990s revolutionized.”…gene technology that eradicated disease in tomatoes and potatoes.”(Gene One Scenario, University of Phoenix, 2008) The team at Gene One fostering a”…...win-win situation helped Gene One grow to a $400 million company in just eight short years.” (Gene One Scenario, University of Phoenix, 2008) At Gene One the original start up team, consisted of 5 colleagues who collaborated to make the enterprise a success. Each team member brought to the company a unique strength: 1. Don Ruiz was “…a young entrepreneur…and creative force behind Gene One” (Gene One Scenario, University of Phoenix, 2008) 2. Michelle Houghton the CFO… “Michelle invested everything she had into Gene One and, as a result, feels a strong
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