Explore Your Most Rewarding Path Beyond the C-Suite as a Vistage Chair
LEAD A LIFE OF CLIMB
If you’re inspired to help CEOs transform their businesses and become the best versions of themselves, consider the role that many regard as the pinnacle of their career:
BECOMING A VISTAGE CHAIR
“Chairing is an honor because you’re leading leaders. I help them find their true potential and create a wonderful outcome.”
KEVIN MCKEOWN
Vistage Chair since 2016 Seattle, Washington
Karen Norheim rose through her father’s crane manufacturing business, taking over in 2019. Soon after, the pandemic struck, and her father passed away a year later. During this transitional time, she relied heavily on her Vistage group and Chair Joni
IT STARTS WITH YOUR ‘WHY’
LIFELONG IMPACT.
It’s meaningful, purposeful work. Vistage Chairs empower business leaders to excel — elevating companies, families and communities.
LIMITLESS REWARDS.
It’s financially rewarding work — on your own terms and your own schedule.
LASTING LEGACY.
It’s a deeply fulfilling opportunity to leave a lasting legacy, elevate business leaders and uplift your community.
“My Chair is an invaluable resource and an exceptional facilitator of our CEO peer advisory group. I would be lost without her. I’m grateful for her guidance, insight and inspiration.”
KAREN NORHEIM CEO of American Crane and Equipment Corporation
Chair Joni Naugle with Member Karen Norheim Vistage Chair since 2010 Reading, Pennsylvania
Naugle.
CHOOSE A PROVEN PATH BACKED BY A GLOBAL BRAND
Since 1957, Vistage has been bringing high-integrity CEOs and business owners together into confidential peer advisory groups to make better decisions that drive better outcomes.
At the heart of each group is a Vistage Chair who, through facilitating peer advisory meetings and providing one-to-one mentoring, has the opportunity to greatly affect the lives of executive leaders in their community, helping them clarify the issues holding them back — and the opportunities that propel them forward.
Our comprehensive approach is what makes Vistage the largest CEO coaching and peer advisory organization in the world.
Robert J. Powell
Vistage Chair since 2013
Bridgeville, Pennsylvania
GAIN ACCESS TO A TIME-HONORED PLATFORM
You don’t have to have all the answers. Once you qualify to become a Vistage Chair, you gain access to a time-honored platform for mentoring CEOs. That includes a comprehensive program called Chair Academy — where you hone your craft, sharpen your skills and learn about our proven method for guiding leaders.
“As I was learning the art of Chairing, I had lots of help along the way — mentors from Vistage, other Chairs, Vistage staff; I had such great support.”
FRANK DAY
Vistage Chair since 2013 Birmingham, Alabama
Lance Descourouez Vistage Chair since 1998 & Academy Facilitator Los Altos, California
LEAN INTO WORLD-CLASS SUPPORT AS YOU GROW YOUR PRACTICE
As a Vistage Chair, you are uniquely backed by a committed support team and an unprecedented level of tools and resources. Empower your success and cultivate a thriving practice, enabling you to focus on what matters most — delivering value to members.
Key Benefits
• Comprehensive back-office support
• Thought leadership that helps you guide members
• Unrivaled marketing and research resources
• Ongoing development opportunities
• An unparalleled community of peers
RUN YOUR PRACTICE. ON YOUR OWN SCHEDULE. ON YOUR OWN TERMS.
Vistage is your dedicated partner, committed to your success. As a Chair, you are an independent contractor with the flexibility to create a schedule that works for you, to decide the size and scope of your practice and what level of income suits your needs.
Think of it as being an entrepreneur with a proven infrastructure from day one.
“It’s going to be the most rewarding commitment you’ll ever make.”
LIZA LECLAIR Vistage Chair since 2017 Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Chair John Trakselis with Member Ed Campbell Vistage Chair since 2005 Chicago, Illinois
“As a lifelong learner, the growth and challenges of Chairing are incredibly rewarding — keeping me sharp, engaged and better equipped to serve others.”
Vistage Chair since 2017 Sedona, AZ
WHAT MAKES A GREAT VISTAGE CHAIR
• Accomplished CEO, business owner or senior executive with P&L responsibility exceeding $5 million
• Strong business acumen, communication skills, high EQ
As an accomplished business leader, you have realized the kind of success to which most only aspire. Now, you have the opportunity to share your knowledge, experience and wisdom to help top executives of small and midsize businesses climb higher.
If you’re ready to take the next best step of your career, learn more at vistage.com/chair or scan the code below.
