How Johnsonville’s International Expansion was Supported by Sprout

Work on cross-functional learning and establish better relationships within the company

Run an anonymized survey to assess engagement and give a voice to their employees

Work on cross-functional learning and establish better relationships within the company

Johnsonville International

In 1945, Ralph F. and Alice Stayer opened a butcher shop and named it after their quaint hometown – Johnsonville, Wisconsin. Today, Johnsonville is headquartered in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin, with their products now available all over America and in more than 45 countries, including China, Philippines, Singapore, Korea, Japan, Mexico, and Canada.

The Challenge

Cultural Communication Barriers and Hindered Remote Collaboration

As Johnsonville expanded, they faced cultural challenges and aimed to maintain company values across territories. The CEO highlighted the need for non-confrontational feedback with Filipino employees. The pandemic further hindered understanding of employee perspectives, especially in the Philippines. Johnsonville sought a solution to support remote collaboration and address these challenges effectively.

Sprout Solutions Used

The Outcome

Improved Communication and Strengthened Company Values

Johnsonville used Sprout’s Pulse tool to run an anonymous engagement survey, uncovering sensitive concerns and improving cross-functional learning. The survey revealed communication issues tied to cultural dynamics, allowing Johnsonville to adjust practices and strengthen their company values as they expanded. The feedback provided actionable insights for improvement.

What Our Clients Say About Us

“One of the things that we’re continuing to look at is how to optimize the current facilities and equipment that we have. If you automate some of of these processes, you can take talented individuals, great company members, and redeploy them into new innovations you were coming up with. Growth becomes part of this equation; we need all the good people we can get, so let’s get rid of the mundane jobs and get them into things that are really value adding.”

Michael Suprick

CEO for Johnsonville, LLC

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