OUR PURPOSE
We firmly believe that traditional corporate practices are outdated and that there’s a better way to build a high-performing organization while prioritizing the well-being of everyone involved, be it clients or employees. The future of work lies in people-centric organizations, and Semco Style is leading the change to bring about this transformation.
SEMCO STYLE GROWTH JOURNEY
Where it all started
- 21-year old Ricardo Semler inherits the Semco Group, a mixer and agitator manufacturer in Brazil. Transforms the company into a more inclusive and participatory environment.
- Authors groundbreaking book Maverick: The Success Story Behind Semco’s Unique Workplace in 1988.
Exemplifying Democratic management principles in practice
- By empowering employees with decision-making authority, Ricardo Semler expands Semco from 90 to 5000 employees, achieving an impressive 47% average revenue growth rate and a remarkable employee turnover rate of only 2%
- Shares his insights in the book – Seven Day Weekend: A better way to work in the 21st Century.
Semco Style framework evolves from practice to theory.
- Ricardo Semler collaborates with three Dutch entrepreneurs and engages academics and behavioural scientists to design the framework based on practical experiences.
Semco Style Institute incorporated in the Netherlands with a purpose to take Semco Style practices global.
Semco Style Institute incorporated in the Netherlands with the purpose of taking Semco Style practices globally.
SemcoStyle Institute India founded.
Presence in all continents
- Semco Style expands to all continents.
- Semco Style India guides over 25 clients on their journey to building high-performing, human-centric organisations and certifies over 35 professionals as Semco Style Experts.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
In contrast to traditional management styles, Semco Style evolved from real-world practices to theory. It remains dynamic, and continuously enriched with global insights and real-world examples.
Lasting change in management isn’t about replication but customization. Semco Style is adaptable, recognizing the significance of your company’s unique context in its implementation. We tailor best practices to address your organization’s individual requirements.
We encourage you to learn, adopt, and craft your unique management style, inspired by Semco Style.
