CEO Forum

The CEO Forum is a quarterly discussion meeting over dinner for CEOs, business owners and other selected senior executives representing companies with annual revenues generally between $25 million and $1 billion+.  Over 250 CEOs have attended since our first meeting in 2004, with many current "regulars."  A typical dinner discussion group has a CEO leading the discussion on an important topic of interest, with 25 to 30 CEOs attending.

Value proposition: This exclusive, strictly peer-to-peer, meeting is an excellent forum for business leaders to share experiences and best practices while developing relationships in a convenient, enjoyable and relaxing setting.  

Prior attendees of the CEO Forum include: Scott Ades, Group President, Winebow; Rob Busch, President, ALL-STATE LEGAL; Peter Christensen, Chairman, Continuity Logic; Dennis Ciemniecki, President, Regulated Business, United Water; Chuck Connors, President & CEO, H&M International Transportation; Russell Evans, CEO, Managing Partner, Print Tech; Brian Fitzpatrick, President & CEO, Bentley Laboratories; Ching-i Hsu, Chairman, Raritan Computers; Bill Kroll, Chairman & CEO, Matheson Tri-Gas; Bob Lieb, Chairman, Mountain Development Corp.; Ira Pitel, President, Magna-Power Electronics; Ed Sable, President, Macrosoft; Eric Shepcaro, CEO, Telx; Tim Spring, Executive Chairman, Lion Capital LLC., past CEO, Marcal Paper and Vlasic Foods; Charbel Tagher, CEO, Specified Technologies; Steve Waldis, President/CEO, Synchronoss Technologies.

Testimonials:
       "I look forward to attending the CEO Forum because it has proven to be a rare opportunity to exchange thoughts and ideas, and gain new insights from fellow entrepreneurial CEOs." Bob Lieb, Chairman, Mountain Development Corp.

         "I have participated in ACG CEO Forum events and found them invaluable to help me perform better in my role as CEO.  I truly believe the CEO Forum is a very effective tool to help managers at the CEO level to bring their game to a higher level", Bill Kroll, Chairman & CEO, Matheson Tri-Gas

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The CEO Forum is kindly supported by our Sponsors Bank of America, APRIO, Paytient and Gibbons

Our speaker on May 8, 2025 will be Natalie Schubert, a distinguished business leader and the Chief Executive Officer of Daida, LLC, a pioneering company in data and information management systems.

A Leaders Tale: resilience, transformation, and growth—proving that great leaders are defined not only by their ability to navigate challenges but by their foresight to shape the future. Natalie plans to discuss her journey with you which includes: 

• Navigating Immediate Change:

Insights on leading a Company that required both financial and operational restructuring from day one, and how to prioritize and execute these changes effectively.

• Leveraging Strategic Connections:

The power of using professional networks to identify and onboard new providers, with a focus on strengthening operational support and improving efficiency

• Refinancing for Stability and Growth:

Approaches for refinancing a company, including strategies for securing new debt lenders to improve financial health, cash flow, and overall debt management.

• Market Consolidation Through Mergers:

Exploring the potential of merging with similar companies to consolidate market share, enhance competitive positioning, and drive long-term growth.

2025 Upcoming Dinner Forums:  
05/08/2025
09/25/2025
11/20/2025

For more information contact lhalstead@acg.org PLEASE NOTE: If you are qualified to attend this forum, please register via the link in the email invitation or email lhalstead@acg.org.  This event is invitation-only and therefore the registration link is not public on the website.  

INTERESTED IN SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES?  Contact Lou Halstead (lhalstead@acg.org) or Alyson Brice (abrice@acg.org) to learn more.