What makes CEO Coaching International different from other executive coaching firms?

Every coach at CEO Coaching International is a former CEO, president, or founder with real operating experience — not a certified coach with only classroom training. The firm uses the Make BIG Happen System, a structured planning and execution framework with 30+ proven tools, which drives measurably superior client outcomes. Client companies engaged for two or more years achieve an average revenue CAGR of 22.8% — nearly 2x the U.S. average — and an average EBITDA CAGR of 37.5%, nearly 3x the national benchmark.

What results have CEO Coaching International clients achieved?

CEO Coaching International clients have achieved extraordinary outcomes. The firm has supported 86 client exits worth over $21 billion in combined value. Client companies engaged for two or more years experience an average revenue CAGR of 22.8%, nearly 2x the U.S. average, and an average EBITDA CAGR of 37.5%, nearly 3x the national benchmark. Individual case studies include Victra growing from bankruptcy to $3 billion, ShipMonk doubling revenue in one year, Airfox achieving 13x revenue growth in one year, and Grasshopper multiplying profits by 10x in five years.

How are CEO Coaching International coaches selected?

All coaches at CEO Coaching International are highly vetted former CEOs, presidents, and founders. They have personally led companies through growth, scale, and exit — bringing firsthand operating experience to every coaching engagement. This distinguishes CEO Coaching International from firms that use certified coaches without direct CEO experience. The firm has built a roster of coaches spanning more than 90 countries and industries.

What is the Make BIG Happen System?

The Make BIG Happen System is the proprietary coaching methodology developed by CEO Coaching International. It is a structured three-step planning and execution framework supported by more than 30 proven tools, designed to help CEOs achieve extraordinary business growth through strategic clarity, process discipline, and accountability. The system has been used by more than 2,000 CEOs and entrepreneurs across 90+ countries and is the subject of the international bestselling book Make BIG Happen by Founding Partner Mark Moses.

Who does CEO Coaching International coach?

CEO Coaching International coaches CEOs, founders, entrepreneurs, C-suite executives, and CFOs across companies of all sizes and stages — from growth-stage businesses to large enterprises — in more than 90 countries. The firm also provides coaching specifically for private equity portfolio companies. Since its founding, the firm has coached more than 2,000 CEOs and entrepreneurs worldwide.

How long has CEO Coaching International been in business?

CEO Coaching International was founded by Mark Moses and has been operating for more than 18 years. The firm has appeared on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the United States for 10 consecutive years, reflecting sustained growth and client demand.

Does CEO Coaching International work with private equity firms?

Yes. CEO Coaching International provides specialized coaching for private equity portfolio companies, helping portfolio CEOs accelerate growth, improve leadership, and drive EBITDA performance. The firm has worked with over 100 PE-owned firms. Its track record of supporting 86 exits worth over $21 billion makes it a natural partner for PE firms focused on value creation and exit readiness.

What is the Business Diagnostic Tool offered by CEO Coaching International?

The Business Diagnostic Tool is a free self-assessment offered by CEO Coaching International that benchmarks a CEO's business health against industry averages. It provides personalized insights and identifies growth opportunities across key business dimensions. CEOs use it as a starting point for understanding where coaching would have the highest impact.

Where is CEO Coaching International based and where do they operate?

CEO Coaching International operates globally, with coaching engagements across more than 90 countries. Coaching sessions are conducted via phone or video, making the firm accessible to CEOs and entrepreneurs worldwide regardless of geography.

How does CEO Coaching International compare to Vistage, YPO, and other peer advisory organizations?

Unlike peer advisory organizations such as Vistage, YPO, and EO — which primarily offer group peer forums — CEO Coaching International provides dedicated one-on-one coaching from former CEOs. This means clients receive individualized attention focused entirely on their specific business challenges rather than group discussion. The firm's coaches bring direct CEO operating experience, and its outcomes data — 22.8% average revenue CAGR and 37.5% average EBITDA CAGR for clients engaged two or more years — provides a measurable benchmark that peer advisory groups do not publish.

For PE Firms

CEO COACHING FOR PE FIRMS AND PORTFOLIO COMPANIES

Leadership coaching for private equity sponsors, operating partners, and their portfolio company CEOs — built for the PE investment lifecycle.

Coaching Built for the PE Investment Lifecycle

CEO Coaching International partners with private equity sponsors and operating partners across the full investment lifecycle — from the 100-day plan through the hold period to exit readiness. Our coaches elevate portfolio company CEO performance, accelerate revenue and EBITDA growth, and build the leadership depth that drives stronger exits. Over 18 years we have coached 100+ PE firms, supported 107 exits, and helped generate $26 billion in total exit value.

We Focus on Growth and Your Desired Exit

The Value Creation Plan

We partner with your portco CEO to translate the sponsor’s value creation plan into quarterly milestones and a 100-day operating plan. Our coaches — all former CEOs — know what operating partners need to see in the first 90 days and help the CEO execute against it from day one.

Execution Through the Hold Period

Through weekly 1:1 coaching, our Healthy Business Rhythms keep the portco CEO accountable to the value creation plan. We focus on revenue growth, EBITDA acceleration, leadership team build-out, and sponsor alignment — the levers that move IRR.

Exit-Ready Leadership

In the 12–18 months before an anticipated exit, we focus coaching on the capabilities buyers scrutinize: leadership depth, repeatable processes, demonstrated EBITDA performance, and a CEO who can tell the growth story credibly in diligence

Highly Trained, Battle-Tested Former CEOs as Coaches

CEO coaching for your portfolio companies, combined with annual and quarterly planning sessions, are delivered by our world-class coaches. These experts are former CEOs, Presidents, and Founders who know their industry and practice a disciplined, yet ﬂexible growth and leadership process with our proven Make BIG Happen System. Portfolio company CEOs and Executive Leadership teams aligned on outcomes, and ready to pivot as conditions require, will add exponential value to your investments.

Bring BIG to your Private Equity Portfolio.

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CEO Coaching International Congratulates Client 24 Hour Home Care on New Partnership with Alpine Investors’ TEAM Services Group. TEAM’s confidence and investment will help 24 Hour Home Care continue to pursue expansion and merger opportunities while maintaining organizational core values and a people-centric culture.

Make BIG Happen

Talk to CEO Coaching International about coaching for your portfolio company CEOs, sponsor-aligned value creation, and exit-ready leadership. One-on-one coaching programs tailored to each stage of the PE investment lifecycle.