Challenge
Lunar Energy, a clean energy technology company, had a powerhouse of engineering talent split between hardware teams in the U.S. and software teams in the U.K. Many were former Tesla engineers, operating at a high level of technical excellence and speed. But internally, the fast pace and functional silos were creating growing pains.
Teams weren’t talking. Collaboration across mechanical, electrical, and software roles was minimal. Employees often stayed in their lanes, and decision-making suffered as a result.
Even in collaborative meetings, participants struggled to engage outside their area of focus. The need for change was clear.
Despite a talented and highly skilled engineering team, the breakdown in collaboration slowed down overall product development. Leadership feared it would stall innovation and impact Lunar Energy’s ability to scale.
Solution
Lunar’s HR team, led by a deeply collaborative director, partnered with Learnit to co-create a custom program focused on improving communication and leadership skills across the organization.
Rather than default to generic training, Lunar and Learnit designed sessions that:
- Equipped new and emerging leaders with tools to foster collaboration
- Built foundational communication skills across roles and geographies
- Tackled cultural silos and trust head-on, not just hypothetically
Prep calls ahead of each workshop allowed Lunar’s HR team to share real internal challenges and examples, giving facilitators credibility and context from the start.
Participants appreciated the specificity:
“There are four collaboration styles, and it’s helpful to meet people where they are at.” — Rishi
“Make sure WIIFM is present during changes.” — Kielan
“It was great to learn from other team members on what’s worked for them.” — Mark
Results & Impact
As the workshops rolled out, feedback from both participants and leaders pointed to a cultural shift:
- Stronger communication: Employees felt more confident speaking up and contributing beyond their immediate role.
- Improved collaboration: Siloed thinking gave way to shared understanding and better cross-team decision-making.
- Leadership growth: New managers embraced coaching frameworks and reflective listening practices.
Employee reflections underscored the impact:
“Understanding how to navigate conversations with different communication styles made me more effective overall.” — Ellina
“I learned how to structure a feedback conversation that is objective and constructive.” — Megan
“Building trust with authenticity and consistency matters—even when things aren’t perfect.” — Brandon
By breaking down silos and strengthening leadership at every level, Lunar Energy created the conditions for scalable growth. The company felt that transforming collaboration has reinforced innovation and enhanced their ability to attract the best talent.
Why It Worked
- Co-creation: Lunar’s HR team brought deep knowledge of internal dynamics and collaborated with Learnit to tailor every session.
- Root cause focus: Instead of jumping straight to advanced leadership training, the program emphasized core communication fundamentals.
- Facilitator credibility: Trainers came prepared with Lunar-specific examples, which earned trust and drove relevance from the outset.
- Feedback loops: Ongoing dialogue between Learnit and Lunar ensured workshops stayed aligned with evolving needs.
What's Next
Lunar and Learnit remain in conversation about what comes next.
Future opportunities include:
- Reinforcing leadership skills for recently promoted managers
- Scaling communication training to all individual contributors
- Continuing to build a shared language around trust, collaboration, and feedback
What began as an effort to break down silos became a catalyst for culture change. And as Lunar Energy continues its mission to power the future, the internal alignment and communication built through this program will help ensure the whole team rows in the same direction.
