FAQ

We’re glad you asked!
Since our founding over 22 years ago, we haven’t heard it all – but we’ve heard a lot. Listed below are some of the questions we continue to hear from prospective members, whether they are familiar with peer sharing and are looking for the right fit or are new to the concept of peer sharing entirely.
How do you select members? What’s the process?
After an introductory phone call, interview, application, and Board approval, The CEO Roundtable evaluates the roundtable options for the best match between a group and the prospective member. The candidate will then be introduced to the members to assess mutual fit.
How do you place members and make sure they get the right group?
Because we interview each prospective member carefully, we learn about their experience, interests, and style. We then introduce them to the group that best complements these variables. A mutual interview is conducted to ensure no conflicts of interest and desired fit.
Is there a standard meeting agenda? How do meetings go?
Yes, we employ a standard agenda outline for each monthly 4-hour meeting. This outline includes updates from the previous meeting, 30 day updates from all members, focus presentations (with thorough Q&A), and experience sharing. Meetings are run efficiently to ensure the maximum return on members’ most precious resource: time
Are there set meeting times?
Yes, each group determines a standard monthly meeting day and time that works well for all schedules (e.g., 11a-3p on 2nd Tuesdays). Meetings are then scheduled for the entire calendar year for convenience and reliability.
Is there any time when all members get together?
In addition to monthly webinars and quarterly workshops on a variety of topics, members are all invited to our annual all-company gala. This fall gala day includes an afternoon of workshop sessions followed by a keynote speaker, cocktail hour and annual awards.
Where do groups meet?
Yes, each group determines a standard monthly meeting day and time that works well for all schedules (e.g., 11a-3p on 2nd Tuesdays). Meetings are then scheduled for the entire calendar year for convenience and reliability.
Who runs the meetings?
While some of our Roundtable groups choose to self-facilitate meetings (with a volunteer moderator selected from the members), most groups are professionally facilitated by one of our experienced and trained leaders.
What’s the history of the organization?
Founded and formed in Minnesota in 2002, The CEO Roundtable has grown from ten members to over 100 members over the course of the last 20+ years.
Is this a national organization? A franchise?
We’re a Minnesota company, unafilliated and unfettered by national controls, advertising and overhead. We have a dedicated Minnesota-based HQ and a lean staff simply focused on helping our member leaders – and their companies – thrive.
Besides meetings, any other events or obligations?
Each group has their own monthly four-hour meeting schedule, plus one annual retreat which gives them the opportunity to get away and really focus on the visions and strategies pursued by their members. All other events are optional.
How do retreats work?
Retreat locations and timing vary by group, according to their preferences. Most Roundtable groups choose to take an annual two-day retreat within a few hours’ drive of the Twin Cities, while other choose to travel to FL, AZ, etc.
What makes The CEO Roundtable different from other peer sharing organizations?
Our monthly roundtable experience is incredibly powerful, and no other peer sharing organization offers anything like it. It’s simple, efficient, smart, and above all, it works.
Do members ever switch tables?
Members almost never switch from one group to another. On rare occasions, a conflict of interests may arise due to growing businesses or acquisitions, for instance. These are handled on a ‘fairness rules’ case-by-case basis.
What sizes of companies are involved?
Our membership is comprised of a great variety of company sizes and industries. In general, revenues range from $2M-$300M+, with a large percentage in the $20M-$50M range.
What industries are involved?
A wide variety of industries take part in our peer sharing experience. Each table is a mixture of many different – and complementary, but not competitive companies. In order to ensure openness, we take care to avoid conflicts of interest.
What percent of members are women?
We’re delighted that over 25% of our members are women. While each table takes on its own character, all tables are a mix of personalities and skill sets selected to offer synergies and insights that members wouldn’t find elsewhere.
Are your members all CEO’s and Presidents?
Most of our members are CEO’s or Presidents, but we’ve begun forming some tables of Key Leaders also. These groups include members with roles such as COO, General Manager, CFO, etc. We formed these groups at the request of our CEO’s who wanted their key leaders to also enjoy the benefits of peer sharing.
Let’s Talk
As you are exploring peer mentoring and considering which group is just right for you – we’re happy to talk at your convenience. Please feel free to drop us a line by clicking the contact us link below. It would be our pleasure to talk with you about your various options of peer sharing throughout Minnesota with a sincere interest in helping you find just the right fit - whether it’s the CEO Roundtable or another alternative.
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