Based on benchmark data, members average 30% higher margins and grow 2x faster than their peers.
CEO, The Bradbury Group
“There is nothing you face in your business that someone in the room hasn’t faced. Our company has tripled in size since I’ve become a member. I’ve never come back from a meeting without an actionable item.”
Chairman & Former CEO, McClure Engineering Co
“CEN changed my life and continues to be a big part of it. After 17 years of owning my business, I was burned out and ready to quit. I had grown from 12 employees to about 35 but wasn’t enjoying it. I went to my first CEN meeting — and walked out on fire. We now have 270 employees, soon to be 300, and I’m having more fun than I’ve ever had. I attribute CEN for most of that.”
Former The Will-Burt Company
“During an Ex-Officio Meeting, I was advised by 5 other CEOs in the room, all German nationals. We were contemplating an acquisition of a competitor in Germany, and the advice I received that day allowed me to close on a very successful acquisition. With Germany as our new European base, we were able to grow our international sales from 6% of total sales to more than 50% in just 6 years!”
CEO of Centracore
“My Chief Executive Network membership has helped me achieve:
A strong bench of ‘A’ players due to the encouragement and insights provided by the Ex-Officio Board meetings”
General Manager, ESPEC North America
“I would estimate my group’s input on our ERP challenge saved us over three months so far and $50K in expenses. I was able to streamline the process using others’ experience on what worked and what did not. I also used my group’s suggestions on how to manage the change management piece of this project.”
President, United Conveyor Corporation
“Through peer group meetings, I’ve accessed advice and insights that have generated millions of dollars, learning firsthand what strategies succeed and which ones to avoid. This network of experienced executives, who share candid feedback without bias, has been invaluable.”
CEO/Chairman, Batesville Tool & Die
“I’ve been a member of Chief Executive Network (CEN) for quite some time, and it truly stands out from any other networking group or association I’ve experienced. The unique value of CEN lies in the opportunity to connect with non-competing companies that share years of invaluable experience.
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.
Jeff Evans
Former CEO, Will-Burt
“Advice from my CEN group led to a successful acquisition in Germany… our international sales grew from 5% to more than 50% in just 6 years.”
David Cox
CEO, The Bradbury Group
“There is nothing you face in your business that someone in the room hasn’t faced. Our company has tripled in size since I’ve become a member. I’ve never come back from a meeting without an actionable item.”
Rick McClain
President and Chief Operating Officer, Milwaukee Electronics
“A session that drove a more aggressive pricing strategy… impacted our profits by well over $100,000.”
Anthony Garcia
General Manager, ESPEC North America
“My group’s input on our ERP challenge saved us over three months so far and $50,000 in expenses.”
Todd Kilgus
President, Centracore
“My membership has helped me achieve year-over-year growth of more than 20%, a 15%+ increase in inventory turns… and a strong bench of ‘A’ players.”
Terry Lutz
Chairman & Former CEO, McClure Engineering Co
“I went to my first CEN meeting and walked out on fire. We now have 270 employees, soon to be 300, and I’m having more fun than ever. I attribute CEN for most of that.”
Andrew Warrington
President, United Conveyor Corporation
“In 15+ years with CEN… the network’s candid feedback and insights have profoundly impacted my companies and executive growth, generating millions of dollars.”
Bob Merrill
Former President & CEO, CraftMaster Manufacturing
“In one year, I have come to rely on CEN as an integral part of my management decision-making process. I can discuss issues in my business here that I cannot discuss anywhere else.”
Kyle Smith
Ph.D., Co-CEO, Reell Precision Manufacturing
“I’ve been a strong advocate for CEN. It’s been a very valuable tool to keep me fresh and invigorated as I “rub shoulders” with great leaders.”
Paul VanDuyne
PE, President & CEO, IMEG
“Being part of CEN’s peer group opens my eyes to other approaches and considerations toward overcoming business challenges that I otherwise would struggle with as an individual.”
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