Navy Command/Directorate of Navy Acquisitions (DNA)

Solution

We adopted consultative approach to understanding DNA’s challenges and identifying the right learning Government Campus learning pathway. Through a series of discovery sessions, Account Manager, Sophie Warnes, worked closely with DNA before bringing in Michelle Hines, our People Development and Leadership Specialist, and expert facilitator Adam Montgomery to explore DNA’s requirements in greater depth.

Using these insights, we developed a targeted learning pathway built around three complementary programmes: Influencing Skills, Running Effective Meetings, and High Impact Presentation Skills. We designed these courses for employees at all levels, not just senior leaders, recognising that the ability to influence others and communicate confidently is essential for anyone working with stakeholders across complex, high-value projects.

To reinforce learning and strengthen collaboration, we also delivered our Heist! The Ultimate Team Collaboration Game to 36 learners, including senior leaders, providing an immersive experience that encouraged cross-team working and relationship building.

Innovations/new practices: We adopted a consultative, multi-stage discovery process to understand both organisational and learner needs before recommending solutions. Our facilitators tailored training to reflect the realities of working within a Ministry of Defence environment, ensuring learning was relevant and could be immediately applied within workplace roles. We also enhanced learning through experiential activities, using Heist! alongside facilitator-led debriefs to help learners evaluate individual and team strengths, identify areas for improvement, and gain a deeper understanding of the behaviours that contribute to effective cross-team collaboration.