ZRG has acquired Walking the Talk for an undisclosed amount, integrating the prominent culture consulting firm into its expanding portfolio of talent and organizational solutions. Walking the Talk, founded in 2010 by Carolyn Taylor, is a global leader in aligning organizational culture with strategic objectives to drive performance. ZRG operates as a global talent partner, offering executive search to comprehensive consulting. This acquisition bolsters ZRG’s consulting capabilities.
Walking the Talk pioneered culture consulting, developing a robust methodology to help organizations diagnose, measure, and evolve cultures at scale. The firm grew into the largest consulting entity solely focused on the culture agenda, supporting global clients on numerous engagements. Its expertise helped organizations in over 40 countries understand culture’s profound impact on growth, performance, and reputation.
ZRG’s existing Consulting Solutions include business acceleration, leadership development, and a dedicated culture practice. By buying Walking the Talk, ZRG significantly enhances this practice, incorporating a world-renowned methodology and seasoned experts. This acquisition allows ZRG to offer deeper, specialized expertise in culture transformation, complementing its broader talent advisory and consulting services.
The strategic rationale for ZRG buying Walking the Talk is to create a more comprehensive offering for clients optimizing talent and organizational effectiveness. The combined entity will leverage Walking the Talk’s proprietary frameworks for culture diagnostics, values activation, behavioral change, and leadership alignment. This integration is expected to deliver enhanced value through a holistic approach to achieving strategic goals via integrated talent, leadership, and culture solutions.
Moving forward, the Walking the Talk methodology will serve as the core of ZRG Consulting Solutions’ culture practice. This integration positions ZRG as an impactful partner for companies navigating complex organizational challenges, reinforcing culture's critical role for sustainable business success globally.