It can be surprisingly
lonely at the top™
Your OWNERSHIP JOURNEY™
THE Paradox of leadership
It can be surprisingly lonely at the top™. As the leader of a growing second-stage company, there are some issues you simply can’t share with your staff. If you’ve ever felt this isolation, rest assured, you’re not alone.
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5 reasons to join a CEO peer group
Below are five reasons to join a CEO peer group.
- Framework for success. Access to a proven problem-solving process designed specifically for CEOs leading second-stage businesses.
- Wisdom of the crowd. You have someone on your level who you can talk to about your problems and challenges. Roundtables provide a confidential setting and can serve as a quality sounding board.
- Lifehacks for CEOs. You’ll be exposed to the experience of your roundtable, including proven business practices that could take years to learn on your own.
- Real-time problem-solving. You can bring issues up at roundtable meetings and receive the context needed to make better decisions faster and with greater confidence.
- Accountability. As the owner and leader of your business, there’s often no one to hold you accountable. Roundtable members will give you unvarnished, honest assessments that provide accountability and drive your business forward.
If one or more of these 5 reasons resonate with you, CEO Nexus can be of service.
The Value of Participating in a CEO Peer Group
Our “Why”
We believe second-stage business owners are the economic superheroes of the American free enterprise system. They create a disproportionate number of net new, sustainable jobs and generate the revenue and wealth that help our communities prosper. CEO Nexus was founded with a single focus – to serve CEOs leading growth-oriented, second-stage businesses as they navigate the opportunities and challenges of achieving their goals.
The CEO Nexus Promise
Central to everything we do is the CEO roundtable program. These peer-to-peer discussion groups are the foundation of a member network of qualified business leaders. This entrepreneurial environment is designed to deliver our propriety process, custom content and relevant best practices – making it easier for members to solve the inevitable problems owners face while scaling their businesses.
Our pledge to you as a CEO Nexus member:
1. We promise to provide a confidential setting where you will receive relevant input and feedback from CEO peers who understand your role and the challenges you face.
2. We promise to ask the tough but fair questions you need to hear to establish the context required to make better decisions faster and with greater confidence.
3. We promise to provide a culture of accountability needed to stay on target and on task as you pursue your near-term and long-term goals.
We are confident you will gain a new and expanded perspective on your business and your role as the leader. Join us, and we will work together to achieve your goals.
OUR “HOW”
We serve CEOs and executive teams leading growth-oriented, second-stage businesses by providing a peer-based learning program designed to help companies continue to prosper and build intrinsic, long-term value. Our monthly roundtables provide leaders a confidential setting to discuss difficult business issues and practice just-in-time learning. We’re committed to helping business leaders make better decisions faster and with greater confidence.
HOW WE SUPPORT CEOS LEADING SECOND-STAGE BUSINESSES
We solve problems and maximize opportunities to grow your businesses by:
• Accessing best industry practices
• Just-in-time learning from fellow CEOs and subject matter experts
• Change the way you view your business and role as a leader
Through shared knowledge and best practices, many owners find a better path for their Ownership Journey™.
How to Get Started
If you’re ready to take the first step in joining the CEO Nexus Roundtable program, click the apply now button below.
If you want to learn more about the roundtable program or process, then click the learn more button below.
POWER OF PEER LEARNING™
Imagine the opportunity to vet new ideas and trouble shoot issues with other like-minded business leaders. CEO peer groups or mastermind groups can serve as a sounding board, providing you more resources to solve problems. The CEO Nexus Roundtable program is designed specifically for CEOs leading growth-oriented, second-stage businesses.
CONTENT MODEL
Roundtable Framework™
What would your business be like without you? When you look at the key functions of a business the way an investor or buyer looks from the outside in on your business, you get a clearer picture of the functions that need attention. The Roundtable Framework™ Assessment is a self-assessment that gives owners a visual guide on business functions, producing a picture of strengths and weaknesses.
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EVENTS & SPOTLIGHT
CEO Nexus actively provides relevant content, hosts webinars and facilitates other networking and learning opportunities. Keep reading to see our latest updates and events.
Member Update - July 2025
Our Member Update offers easy access to relevant events, news, trends, business best practices, etc. Each update includes four sections: Events of Note, News You Can Use, Recognition and Quick Links. This information is for you to...READ MORERecognition — CEO Case Study – Eric Rosenthal, former owner, Florikan E.S.A. LLC
Eric Rosenthal’s journey took him from a young leader through the sale of his family business and a second business transition. Now, he is looking to share his lessons learned with a new generation of leaders through his own roundtable group. Eric’s parents founded Florikan…
06.26.25 CEO Nexus Webinar — HR Best Practices Needed to Scale Your Business
Join us Thursday, June 26th for a panel presentation and AMA Q&A on “HR Best Practices Needed to Scale Your Business.” The panel will address HR issues from various perspectives including sourcing and on-boarding talent, compliance, and legal liability.
06.12.25 CLF Workshop – Exiting Your Business: Do You Have a Strategy? (Part 2)
Join us on June 12th for Part 2 of the Exit Strategy Series as we explore internal transition options that help business owners pass the torch while preserving the legacy they’ve built. Whether you’re considering an MBO, family succession, or an ESOP, you’ll gain insights into…
Recap of 05.29.25 H&CO Grand Opening Celebration (Orlando, FL)
On May 29th, we attended the grand opening celebration for H&CO LLP’s new Orlando office. It was a wonderful event filled with business leaders and influencers. We’re looking forward to seeing what H&CO does to help businesses…
05.27.25 CEO Nexus Workshop — Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster… After the Sale of Your Business
Join us Tuesday, May 27th for a panel presentation on “Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of Preparing for, Completing, and Retiring After the Sale of Your Business” at ShuffieldLowman. For the years leading up to the Exit Transaction, we will discuss the role of…
05.15.25 GrowFL / Orlando – Grow Story Live! Featuring the Good Pour
Join us on May 15th for an exclusive event featuring The Good Pour founders. Hear how Ray and Giuliana are redefining the wine and spirits industry while giving back to the community through their purpose-driven stores. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain…
05.07.25 CEO Forum — Protecting Your Business Interests and Wealth in an Uncertain Economy
Join us Wednesday, May 7th for a dynamic panel of experts for a high-impact discussion on how to protect your business, wealth, and digital assets in today’s volatile economy.
05.06.25 CEO Forum — From Risk to Reward: How to Increase Enterprise Value and De-risk Your Business
Join us Tuesday, May 6th for a panel presentation on “From Risk to Reward: How to Increase Enterprise Value and De-risk Your Business,” alongside networking opportunities with like-minded executives from the area. This event will be…
Testimonials – Member Feedback
Allen Finfrock │ FINFROCK Industries, Inc.
Orlando, FL
Sue Messner │ Global Network Services
Orlando, FL
5 REASONS TO JOIN
As a business owner, it can be surprisingly lonely at the top, but you don’t have to go at it alone. CEO Nexus offers a new and expanded perspective on your role as an owner and leader.
How to Get Started
If you’re ready to take the first step in joining the CEO Nexus Roundtable program, click the apply now button below.
If you want to learn more about the roundtable program or process, then click the learn more button below.
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About CEO Nexus
The CEO Nexus System – A program designed to help you build your business with the end in mind
CEO Nexus was founded with a single focus – to serve CEOs leading growth-oriented, second-stage businesses as they navigate their ownership journey by bringing context and clarity to where their business is today. We’re committed to helping business leaders make better decisions faster and with greater confidence.
Central to everything we do is the CEO roundtable program. These peer-to-peer roundtables are designed to deliver relevant best practices, custom content, and our propriety process – making it easier for members to solve the problems owners face while scaling their businesses.
CEO Roundtables
Solve your toughest business problems in small, facilitated groups of your peers — other owners, CEOs and presidents.
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CEO Forums
Learn from CEO peers who have grown their companies beyond second-stage in these quarterly programs.
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CEO Webinars
Learn important business insights and receive valuable information on current, relevant topics in convenient webinars.
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CEO Referral Network
Connect with like-minded, second-stage business leaders located across Florida and other regions of the U.S.
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Member Conference
Connect in person with CEO peers and learn best practices from a variety of experts during our conference.
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Member Resource Center
Conveniently access our full archive of recorded content, resources and assessments on our private digital platform.
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