Groupe Océan

Coaching led to plan to nearly double sales in five years

It was very valuable to have access to the Growth Driver Program’s structured approach, CEO retreats and experienced experts.

Leading Canadian marine services company

About the company

Groupe Océan is a quickly growing provider of integrated marine services in the St. Lawrence Seaway, the Great Lakes and the rest of Canada.

Location: Quebec City, Quebec

Industry: Marine services

Entrepreneur challenge

The CEO wanted advice to develop and implement a growth strategy. He also sought expert coaching to build his capacity as a business leader.

BDC expertise

The CEO joined BDC’s Growth Driver Program, which helped the CEO and his team revise their strategic plan and target high-potential opportunities. The CEO received coaching on critical business issues, including strategic decisions, human resources, succession planning and performance indicators.

Results

Developed a strategic plan targeting more than 13% compound annual growth and a near-doubling of sales over five years.
Invested in a major expansion allowing the business to be present coast to coast.
Exploring another major expansion.

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