CEO Groups
We are now taking new members for September 2008
"The CEO group functions as an expert panel, board of directors and support group rolled into one. And, we hold each other accountable to deliver on our goals. The insights and resources I've gained have helped my company tremendously."
-Jane Bright, WYMSY
Who better to help than another CEO who understands the issues and has experienced the challenges?
Enterprise Center CEO Groups are confidential monthly breakfast meetings where business owners can share challenges and exchange ideas. Peer groups are one of the most effective ways of solving problems and avoiding pitfalls that many businesses face.
The Enterprise Center has two CEO Groups---The Emerging CEO Group (less than 3 years) and the Established CEO Group (in business for over 3 years). Groups meet once per month at the Enterprise Center and are conducted with 7-12 peers of non-competing business owners. Meetings are facilitated by an experienced leader to help guide CEOs in their particular business needs. All members are required to sign a confidentiality agreement so that the discussions can be open.
- Enterprise CEO Groups are offered only to business owners.
- Participants are expected to make a serious commitment to attending the monthly morning meetings.
- All meetings will be held at the Enterprise Center and include breakfast.
- All meetings will be facilitated by a business expert
- The group commits to absolute confidentiality. What is discussed inside the room is not discussed outside the room.
- Once a group has formed (usually 2 months) the group is closed for the remainder of the year.
The goal is to build a climate of mutual trust and openness that enables all members to fully utilize the strengths of the group members. All meetings are confidential.
Process:
- Each month all participants check in for five minutes each with any pressing problems or challenges—or triumphs.
- Time for group discussion at the end of the check in period.
- Each month one of the businesses makes a presentation of their business followed by feedback from the group including suggestions and referrals. This takes 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Guest Speakers are invited to talk about particular issues at the request of the group.
Cost:
- $300 per year, two installments—emerging group
- $500 per year, two installments—established group
Meetings:
The Established Group meets on the first Friday of the month from 9am to 12pm. The Emerging Group meets on the second Wednesday of the month from 9am to 12pm. First meetings in September. The first two months of meetings are open to new members. New individuals
Friday September 5, 9am to 12pm - Established Group (1st Friday of the month)
Wednesday September 10, 9am to 12pm - Emerging Group (2nd Wednesday of the month)
CLICK HERE to be put on the list for more information about CEO Groups in fall 2008
121 Loring Ave. Salem, MA 01970
(978) 542-7528 Fax (978) 542-7061
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