Business Details
Trusted Organizational Development Consulting in Greensboro
Rice & Associates is a corporate consultation and training firm committed to enhancing organizational productivity through customized leadership development and organizational transformation programs. With over four decades of industry experience, our approach combines rigorous needs assessments with interactive, skills-based training tailored to align with each client's strategic vision. Our methodology emphasizes real-world application through role-plays and exercises grounded in participants' current workplace challenges, ensuring measurable outcomes and long-term accountability.Backed by a proven track record with Fortune 500 companies and government agencies, we maintain a learner-centered philosophy that prioritizes practical skill-building over theoretical instruction. Our team of seasoned consultants delivers scalable solutions for corporations seeking sustainable cultural and operational improvements.
Services
Leadership Development
Teambuilding
Conflict Resolution
Change Management
Customer Service Training
Consultative Selling
Front-Line Supervision
Creativity Innovation
Cultural Transformation
Process Improvement
Highlights and features
- Customized workshops based on client-specific needs assessments
- Interactive training incorporating real-time workplace scenarios
- Proven track record with Fortune 500 corporations and government agencies
- 48+ years combined experience in corporate transformation initiatives
- Commitment to long-term accountability through benchmarking and measurement
Services
Leadership Development
Our Leadership Development programs cultivate effective leadership capabilities across all organizational levels. Through customized workshops, participants learn situational leadership techniques, conflict management strategies, and empowerment methodologies. The curriculum emphasizes practical application of emotional intelligence and decision-making frameworks to drive organizational success.
Cultural Transformation
We implement data-driven cultural transformation initiatives using the EI3.0 System of High Performance. Our approach combines diagnostic assessments with targeted interventions to enhance organizational culture, employee engagement, and leadership effectiveness. The program delivers measurable improvements in workplace dynamics and operational performance.
Teambuilding
Customized teambuilding programs focus on enhancing collaboration and communication within workgroups. Through experiential learning exercises and role-playing scenarios, teams develop stronger interpersonal dynamics, conflict resolution skills, and shared strategic vision for improved organizational outcomes.
Conflict Resolution
Our conflict resolution training equips professionals with practical frameworks for managing workplace disputes. Participants learn proven techniques for de-escalation, negotiation, and consensus-building through interactive simulations based on real organizational challenges and industry best practices.
Process Improvement
We deliver targeted process improvement solutions that enhance organizational effectiveness through systematic analysis and workflow optimization. Our methodology identifies inefficiencies, implements data-driven solutions, and establishes measurement systems to ensure sustained performance improvements across business operations.
People
Evelyn Rice
Founder
Founder with 48 years of corporate consulting experience, specializing in leadership development and organizational transformation. Holds dual B.S. degrees in Marketing and Management from Concord College. Recognized as West Virginia Business Woman of the Year.
Debra J. Gawrych
Senior Consultant
MBA-holding consultant with expertise in executive coaching and organizational change. Former Procter & Gamble executive with 30+ years of experience in leadership development and strategic planning for Fortune 500 companies.
Tomi White Bryan
Human Performance Consultant
Ph.D. and J.D. holder with 30+ years of organizational consulting experience. Creator of the EI3.0 System for cultural transformation. Specializes in data-driven leadership development and high-performance organizational systems.
Sandy Travis
Executive Coach
Certified HeartMath trainer with 30+ years of executive coaching experience. Former Cornell and Yale faculty member. Specializes in stress management and performance optimization for high-level corporate leaders and military transition programs.
David Hammer
HR Consultant
SPHR-certified HR expert with 15+ years of outsourced human resources experience. Provides comprehensive HR strategy solutions including policy audits, compliance assessments, and labor relations management for diverse industry clients.
Questions
What industries do you work with?
We serve Fortune 500 corporations, government agencies, and organizations across diverse sectors including technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and financial services.
How are programs customized?
Each program begins with comprehensive needs assessment through interviews and organizational analysis to ensure training aligns with specific business objectives and workplace challenges.
Do you offer virtual training options?
Yes, we deliver interactive virtual programs using secure platforms while maintaining our signature experiential learning approach through digital role-playing and collaborative exercises.
What's your program duration range?
Workshops range from half-day sessions to four-day immersive programs based on client requirements, with optional follow-up coaching and implementation support.
How do you measure training effectiveness?
We use pre- and post-program assessments, qualitative surveys, and benchmarking systems to track skill acquisition and measure long-term organizational impact.
Can you accommodate small businesses?
While we work with organizations of all sizes, our customized approach particularly benefits mid-sized companies seeking scalable leadership development solutions.
