CEO Axxess groups deliver perspective, practical advice, community, and accountability from other business leaders on your most pressing business issues. Groups meet to tackle tough issues like which initiatives to focus on when there's cash for none and how to grow when the fires start faster than you can put them out. You can leverage the combined power of your peers in group meetings by:
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We offer a no obligation consultation to see if joining a peer advisory group is right for you.
Who Should Participate?
Most groups are formed for business owners, CEOs, presidents, managing directors, etc. - people with decision making authority who run companies generating $1 million and more in annual revenue. Groups are based on non-competing industries. What’s key is that participants have the aptitude and appetite for growth.
It's About YouIt’s not always appropriate to take issues to family members, your leadership team, boards or even a business adviser. Being part of a CEO Axxess peer advisory group gives you, the overburdened leader an outlet to rely on supportive peers, who are either “living it” or already “been there, done that.” |
What Makes Us Different?Procedures are in place to help the group focus on identifying and processing an entrepreneur’s core issue. The protocol ensures a balanced discussion that is not dominated by any one topic or individual. Perhaps even more important, our system emphasizes the sharing of experiences rather than advice giving. |
Membership CriteriaMembers are selected based on specific objectives that can include company size, revenue, employee count and geography. Typically, non-competing companies based on industry or geography or business stage such as next-gen or people within the same area of expertise such as finance, sales, operations, human resources, etc. |
CEO Axxess and our sponsors value diversity and welcome leaders across all cultures, faiths, race and gender.
Membership Benefits
CEO Axxess groups provide a confidential environment for discussing sensitive issues — both business and personal. Participants obtain new and innovative ideas on everything from marketing strategy and financial issues to dealing with difficult personnel problems and succession planning. What’s more, groups also spark accountability and strong bonds among members where they feel committed to each others' success.
Peer-Learning Networks
Members develop strong ties with the other members of a group in a trusted, confidential environment. Your network of other business owners and CEOs who are facing the same problems and who can learn from one another with the guidance of a skilled facilitator turn into lifelong relationships. 
Experience Sharing
What makes our groups unique is the process of experience sharing rather than advice giving. Advice giving is abundant in supply and often less in value. When someone receives guidance based on the experience of peers who have dealt with the same or similar challenges, they are more likely to respect the feedback and take appropriate steps to take action to implement change. |
Next-Level Thinking
As a business owner, CEO or president, participating in a CEO Axxess group provides you a chance to step away from the day-to-day operations to work on your business, not in your business. Taking time away from your business to work with peers provide clarity that becomes the catalyst to growing your company. 
Results and Accountability
Often business owners and heads of organizations are on an island with few if anyone holding them accountable. Your peers who join you each month have the same goals in mind and are searching for the type of accountability that can only come from peers they trust and respect. Accountability metamorphoses into results that change the trajectory of your company and personal life balance. |
Frequently Asked Questions
who may join?
As a support group for business leaders, CEO Axxess permits members who are owners, partners, managing directors, entrepreneurs, C-Level members of their companies or organizations. We may also include management executives who have significant responsibilities. We don't get stuck on title. But we do look for decision-making authority.
how to join?
Becoming a CEO Axxess group member is simple:
1. We invite you to a one-on-one interview to determine if we can provide the lift to your business and to decide if we have a group that you can achieve the most appropriate synergy.
2. Register online by completing a membership questionnaire, so we can tell you if we have a group in your geographical area, with compatible group demographics.
1. We invite you to a one-on-one interview to determine if we can provide the lift to your business and to decide if we have a group that you can achieve the most appropriate synergy.
2. Register online by completing a membership questionnaire, so we can tell you if we have a group in your geographical area, with compatible group demographics.
Who will be in my group?
This will depend on your sponsor. Most peer advisory groups comprise of local business professionals from non-competitive industries. If you are joining a same industry group you will be participating with members from either other parts of the country who do not compete in your geography or within your geography who are not direct competitors. Some of the criteria we use to group members is company size; stage in the business growth cycle; mix of unique needs and experiences; diversity (non competitors); and geography.
does membership require a substantial time investment?
No. In fact, we conserve time by focusing on the correct set of strategic issues, by compressing the time required to review the best current practices, and to weed out the bad ideas quickly. Participating in a CEO Axxess group will give you a fresh perspective; create exposure and accountability that lead to positive change. Members often feel that the four hours they spend in a group each month saves them countless hours elsewhere.
how often will my group meet and how long do meetings run?
That depends on the sponsor. Our standard meeting protocol meets ten times per year, generally on the same day each month (for example, the third Tuesday of each month). Each meeting may continue for up to four hours, but only as long as there is meaningful discussion. We normally go dark in July and December as these are typically lower attendance months.
Same industry peer advisory groups via industry and trade associations meet in-person less frequently (often twice per year due to travel) and will meet for full day sessions. Some of these groups will convene virtual meetings between in-person sessions.
We are committed to making the best use of our member’s valuable time.
Same industry peer advisory groups via industry and trade associations meet in-person less frequently (often twice per year due to travel) and will meet for full day sessions. Some of these groups will convene virtual meetings between in-person sessions.
We are committed to making the best use of our member’s valuable time.
how do i get a return on my investment?
These business forums have been around for decades with tens of thousands of members across the world paying as much as $30,000 per year. If these forums did not add value, there would not be such an interest in these forums.
That said, while we cannot promise a return on your investment, we will introduce you to new ideas and concepts that will help you transform your business. Your fellow members will challenge you, encourage you, and act as devil’s advocate. Have you ever made a bad business decision, only to wish later that someone had warned you of the unforeseen risks? That is where membership achieves its’ advantage.
That said, while we cannot promise a return on your investment, we will introduce you to new ideas and concepts that will help you transform your business. Your fellow members will challenge you, encourage you, and act as devil’s advocate. Have you ever made a bad business decision, only to wish later that someone had warned you of the unforeseen risks? That is where membership achieves its’ advantage.
what do participants actually talk about?
While the discussions vary by peer group, most facilitators find that business owners ultimately wind up addressing six general topics:
Personal isolation - Many business owners of fast-growing companies feel alone at the top, so they share their feelings in meetings and find they're not the only ones experiencing a sense of isolation.
Finance - Participants often want to compare notes on setting financial controls, managing cash flow, securing bank loans and finding other ways to raise capital.
Marketing and advertising - Peer networks offer an ideal setting for business owners to exchange ideas on how to develop public relations campaigns, invest in advertising and develop and expand their brands or positioning in the marketplace.
Employee relations - All business owners must devise systems to recruit, train and motivate their employees. In group meetings, they often share best practices and acknowledge mistakes.
Legal and compliance - From employment law to government regulations, business owners must navigate the maze of local, state and federal rules. They can discuss measures they've developed to raise compliance and tighten oversight.
Production - Almost every business owner wants to boost productivity. While specific steps may differ by industry, members of peer groups can share their experiences testing new ways to improve efficiency and cut costs.
Personal isolation - Many business owners of fast-growing companies feel alone at the top, so they share their feelings in meetings and find they're not the only ones experiencing a sense of isolation.
Finance - Participants often want to compare notes on setting financial controls, managing cash flow, securing bank loans and finding other ways to raise capital.
Marketing and advertising - Peer networks offer an ideal setting for business owners to exchange ideas on how to develop public relations campaigns, invest in advertising and develop and expand their brands or positioning in the marketplace.
Employee relations - All business owners must devise systems to recruit, train and motivate their employees. In group meetings, they often share best practices and acknowledge mistakes.
Legal and compliance - From employment law to government regulations, business owners must navigate the maze of local, state and federal rules. They can discuss measures they've developed to raise compliance and tighten oversight.
Production - Almost every business owner wants to boost productivity. While specific steps may differ by industry, members of peer groups can share their experiences testing new ways to improve efficiency and cut costs.
Is sponsorship required?
Participation in a CEO Axxess peer advisory group requires sponsorship. If you would like to participate and you have not been referred to us by a sponsor, we may be able to secure you a seat with a sponsor. If not, we can speak with you to review organizations that you do business with or are affiliated with to see if they have interest in starting up a CEO Axxess peer advisory group for their key clients, members and prospects.
What type of organizations sponsor ceo axxess groups?
Sponsors can come from most any business to business company, industry & trade association or chambers of commerce who have similar challenges retaining and attracting clients or providing new and innovative tools to add value.
Business to Business Companies - All businesses face the same dilemma to grow sales, retain customers, and find new and innovative ways to enhance client experience, deepen relationships and be top of mind when there is a need for their products or services.
Industry & Trade Associations - Industry groups are tasked with advocacy, representation and training; and, are always looking to provide meaningful resources and value to their members. We have a customized approach based on member demographics.
Chambers of Commerce - Local chambers of commerce are always looking for new programs to compete for members and offer value. CEO Axxess can provide a solution for little or no cost.
Business to Business Companies - All businesses face the same dilemma to grow sales, retain customers, and find new and innovative ways to enhance client experience, deepen relationships and be top of mind when there is a need for their products or services.
Industry & Trade Associations - Industry groups are tasked with advocacy, representation and training; and, are always looking to provide meaningful resources and value to their members. We have a customized approach based on member demographics.
Chambers of Commerce - Local chambers of commerce are always looking for new programs to compete for members and offer value. CEO Axxess can provide a solution for little or no cost.
What is the investment to participate in a peer advisory group?
Membership in a sponsored peer advisory group is very affordable compared to traditional peer to peer organizations. Since each sponsor sets a their own fee structure, we cannot provide a precise fee as an answer on this page. However, the fee currently is set at a maximum cost of $300 per month paid annually.
Results
Confidential ConversationsThe roundtable is a network of people you |
Judgement Free ZoneNo one is judging you on your ideas or opinions because you’re sharing experiences about what you’ve done in the past. As result, you get a lot of honest, truthful feedback.” |
New HorizonsI can't thank you enough for putting this group together and showing us how to get down to the nitty-gritty quickly!” |
