K&R EDGE Leadership Solutions for Food & Ag, a division of Kincannon & Reed, announces a collaboration with Joe Marques to provide executive coaching and leadership consulting services. With over 25 years of experience in leadership development and organizational strategy, particularly in the consumer goods and food sectors, Marques brings a wealth of expertise to the firm’s food and agriculture executive search practice.
Marques has held influential roles at major organizations, including The J.M. Smucker Company and New York Presbyterian Hospital, where he spearheaded transformative leadership initiatives and organizational development strategies. His authenticity-centered coaching approach has empowered senior leaders and teams to achieve sustainable success across various industries.
“We are excited to collaborate with Joe Marques,” said Sally Day, Managing Director of Leadership Solutions. “His experience in the food and consumer goods industries, combined with his proven track record in executive coaching, will be invaluable to our clients as they navigate the complex challenges of today’s business landscape.”
Marques holds a JD from Villanova University’s Charles Widger School of Law and is certified in Executive Coaching, Hogan Assessments, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), and Emotional & Social Competency Inventory (ESCI). His innovative strategies have earned recognition in Training Magazine’s Top 125 Training Organizations, solidifying his reputation as a leading expert in leadership development.
Through this collaboration, Marques will offer his diverse experience in healthcare, banking, and consumer goods to K&R EDGE clients in the food and agriculture sectors. His expertise in driving culture change and executive talent strategies will complement the firm’s executive search and leadership development offerings.
“I look forward to collaborating with K&R EDGE Leadership Solutions and contributing to the growth and success of leaders in the food and agriculture industry,” said Marques. “My passion for authenticity-centered coaching aligns with the firm’s commitment to delivering exceptional leadership solutions, and I’m eager to help executives achieve their full potential.”
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