CEN members average 30% higher margins and grow twice as fast as their industry peers.
CEN members average 30% higher margins and grow twice as fast as their industry peers.
In professionally facilitated, confidential peer groups, North Carolina CEOs, presidents, and owners share proven strategies and practical insight to solve challenges, protect margins, and lead more effectively.
Being at the top can be isolating, but it doesn’t have to be. Chief Executive Network’s (CEN) North Carolina CEO Peer Advisory Groups connect experienced, noncompeting leaders across the state to work through high-stakes leadership, growth, and operational decisions.
Led by a seasoned facilitator, each session is focused, confidential, and designed to deliver high-impact value you can use immediately. Members leave with sharper thinking, peer-tested strategies, and new ways to grow.
What North Carolina CEOs Are Solving Now
At our next meeting in Charlotte, members will tackle these topics:
No noise. No vendors. Just real conversations with North Carolina leaders who understand the stakes.
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Jennifer Guthrie
Owner & President, In-Flight Crew Connections
“It gets lonely at the top. The board gave me solid advice, held me accountable, and gave me the courage to do what I needed to do.”
Created for Busy CEOs: Achieve More in Just a Few Strategic Meetings a Year
Industry-, location-, and size-specific groups built to ensure conversations are relevant, focused, and immediately applicable.
Every member is vetted for experience, contribution, and commitment to continuous improvement.
Focused, efficient meetings that deliver high ROI. An affordable alternative to consulting or coaching.
Structured agendas, expert facilitation, and peer accountability ensure meaningful outcomes every time.
Ask questions anonymously and get matched with a CEO who’s solved it within 24 hours. Practical, proven insight from someone who’s been there.
Get free or discounted access to top-tier events, strategic tools, and leadership development for you and your team.
Unlock exclusive benefits with your membership: gain access to peer advisory meetings and enjoy complimentary or discounted rates for our upcoming conferences, masterclasses, and virtual events.
Chief Executive Network (CEN) members consistently outperform their peers—because they tap into proven strategies, expert insights, and a powerful network of experienced CEOs.
Our professionally facilitated peer groups cut years off your learning curve, help you sidestep costly mistakes, and drive faster, smarter growth.
For over 30 years, CEN has brought together high-performing leaders who challenge each other’s thinking, share real-world solutions, and drive measurable results.
Better decisions. Faster success. Greater profitability.
Revenue Growth
8.7%
17.4%
Profit Margin
13.9%
18.07%
SOURCE: Chief Executive’s Financial Performance Benchmarks Survey, 2023.
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Profit from the Power of a Trusted Personal Board of Peer Advisors
Connect with a circle of trusted peer advisors tailored to your industry, company size, location, and situation-specific needs. Benefit from expert-led, in-person, and virtual meetings throughout the year, gaining innovative insights to refine your strategic, operational, and leadership approaches for maximum growth and profitability.
Accelerate Growth with World-Class Conferences
CEN members enjoy complimentary access to renowned conferences where insights for doubling growth and achieving 30% higher profits are shared, including our flagship Chief Executive Leadership Conference, Manufacturing Leadership Summit, and more.
CEN is more than a peer group—it’s an essential resource for CEOs looking to scale faster, lead more effectively, and make smarter strategic decisions.
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