Geographic Spread:
Local (same city/metro area)
Primary Meeting City:
Greensboro NC
Meeting Venue Type:
Office/Business Center
Company Revenue Range:
$5M - $25M
Group Size:
6-8 members
Roles Represented:
Business Owner, President
Monthly Membership Fee:
Monthly Membership Fee:
Monthly Membership Fee:
$
650
/
mo
Additional Costs:
Additional Costs:
Additional Costs:
none
1. Strategic decisions are a)identified (amongst all that is happening), b)new angles/ideas are prompted, and c)2-3 Commitments are made = progress 2. Business Leadership Best Practices, on 3 angles: - Process Optimization - Value maximization - Managing & Developing Others
1. Member Commitment progress & One Strategic Challenge (25min/ 5min each) 2. 3 Members Challenges discussed: Q&A then Suggestions - 30 min each 3. One Best Practice - each Member answers 3 qstns as prep so can apply BPractice 45min
Meeting Frequency:
Monthly
Typical Duration:
4+ hours
Guest Speakers:
Quarterly
Member Presentation Frequency:
Most meetings
Social/Networking Components:
Specialists introduced post mttg when relevant. Two evening gatherings w spouses each year.
Facilitator Leadership Style:
Highly Structured
Group Communication Style:
Casual
Expected Preparation Time:
Minimal (under 1 hour)
Administrative Support Level:
Moderate support
Accountability Level:
High
Confidentiality & Trust Practices
Strict confidentiality - everything shared stays in the group
Digital Platforms Used:
Zoom if Member is travelling (max 2X per year)
Jane Sommers-Kelly
LX Council
Finance/Business advisory > 11 yrs on Wall Str (JPM) & Europe (Head of Bankers Trust Czech& Slovak office) > 18 yrs consulting w multi-nationals on strategic leadership challenges
What makes your group unique?
Members time is maximized by our process, and hard questions are asked. Accountability and respect for each Companies unique context. Plus introductions to domain experts when needed thanks to Facilitator’s broad network.
Application & Interview Process
One 30 min zoom call, where each learns how the other « works ». 2. Potential Member attends Meeting (90 min) to meet the Members & experience our process. 3. Debriefing mttg w/ JSK to both confirm fit & ROI
Member Success Story or Testimonial
« This group & accountability for es me to lift my head up from the day-day and identify the strategic issues I need to address. »
Business Impact Examples
One Member took action on data integration following his Challenge of Ops not coordinating w/ Finance nor Site Managers. The resulting shared project flow software and public dashboard of KPI Progress aligned his leaders and saved 6-8 hrs per week.
Resources & Materials Provided
Monthly Best Practice tools + Quarterly 1:1 re Leaders progress & priorities for next Quarter.
1. Strategic decisions are a)identified (amongst all that is happening), b)new angles/ideas are prompted, and c)2-3 Commitments are made = progress 2. Business Leadership Best Practices, on 3 angles: - Process Optimization - Value maximization - Managing & Developing Others
1. Member Commitment progress & One Strategic Challenge (25min/ 5min each) 2. 3 Members Challenges discussed: Q&A then Suggestions - 30 min each 3. One Best Practice - each Member answers 3 qstns as prep so can apply BPractice 45min
Meeting Frequency:
Monthly
Typical Duration:
4+ hours
Guest Speakers:
Quarterly
Member Presentation Frequency:
Most meetings
Social/Networking Components:
Specialists introduced post mttg when relevant. Two evening gatherings w spouses each year.
Facilitator Leadership Style:
Highly Structured
Group Communication Style:
Casual
Expected Preparation Time:
Minimal (under 1 hour)
Administrative Support Level:
Moderate support
Accountability Level:
High
Confidentiality & Trust Practices
Strict confidentiality - everything shared stays in the group
Digital Platforms Used:
Zoom if Member is travelling (max 2X per year)
Jane Sommers-Kelly
LX Council
Finance/Business advisory > 11 yrs on Wall Str (JPM) & Europe (Head of Bankers Trust Czech& Slovak office) > 18 yrs consulting w multi-nationals on strategic leadership challenges
What makes your group unique?
Members time is maximized by our process, and hard questions are asked. Accountability and respect for each Companies unique context. Plus introductions to domain experts when needed thanks to Facilitator’s broad network.
Application & Interview Process
One 30 min zoom call, where each learns how the other « works ». 2. Potential Member attends Meeting (90 min) to meet the Members & experience our process. 3. Debriefing mttg w/ JSK to both confirm fit & ROI
Member Success Story or Testimonial
« This group & accountability for es me to lift my head up from the day-day and identify the strategic issues I need to address. »
Business Impact Examples
One Member took action on data integration following his Challenge of Ops not coordinating w/ Finance nor Site Managers. The resulting shared project flow software and public dashboard of KPI Progress aligned his leaders and saved 6-8 hrs per week.
Resources & Materials Provided
Monthly Best Practice tools + Quarterly 1:1 re Leaders progress & priorities for next Quarter.
1. Strategic decisions are a)identified (amongst all that is happening), b)new angles/ideas are prompted, and c)2-3 Commitments are made = progress 2. Business Leadership Best Practices, on 3 angles: - Process Optimization - Value maximization - Managing & Developing Others
1. Member Commitment progress & One Strategic Challenge (25min/ 5min each) 2. 3 Members Challenges discussed: Q&A then Suggestions - 30 min each 3. One Best Practice - each Member answers 3 qstns as prep so can apply BPractice 45min
Meeting Frequency:
Monthly
Typical Duration:
4+ hours
Guest Speakers:
Quarterly
Member Presentation Frequency:
Most meetings
Social/Networking Components:
Specialists introduced post mttg when relevant. Two evening gatherings w spouses each year.
Facilitator Leadership Style:
Highly Structured
Group Communication Style:
Casual
Expected Preparation Time:
Minimal (under 1 hour)
Administrative Support Level:
Moderate support
Accountability Level:
High
Confidentiality & Trust Practices
Strict confidentiality - everything shared stays in the group
Digital Platforms Used:
Zoom if Member is travelling (max 2X per year)
Jane Sommers-Kelly
LX Council
Finance/Business advisory > 11 yrs on Wall Str (JPM) & Europe (Head of Bankers Trust Czech& Slovak office) > 18 yrs consulting w multi-nationals on strategic leadership challenges
What makes your group unique?
Members time is maximized by our process, and hard questions are asked. Accountability and respect for each Companies unique context. Plus introductions to domain experts when needed thanks to Facilitator’s broad network.
Application & Interview Process
One 30 min zoom call, where each learns how the other « works ». 2. Potential Member attends Meeting (90 min) to meet the Members & experience our process. 3. Debriefing mttg w/ JSK to both confirm fit & ROI
Member Success Story or Testimonial
« This group & accountability for es me to lift my head up from the day-day and identify the strategic issues I need to address. »
Business Impact Examples
One Member took action on data integration following his Challenge of Ops not coordinating w/ Finance nor Site Managers. The resulting shared project flow software and public dashboard of KPI Progress aligned his leaders and saved 6-8 hrs per week.
Resources & Materials Provided
Monthly Best Practice tools + Quarterly 1:1 re Leaders progress & priorities for next Quarter.
CONTACT:
Jane Sommers-Kelly
CONTACT:
Jane Sommers-Kelly
CONTACT:
Jane Sommers-Kelly