We prepare business leaders for senior roles

Our portfolio of practical programmes and interventions is designed to enable leaders to thrive in the most senior roles.

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What We Do

The alchemy of leadership

With our extensive experience and research into the demands and derailers of leadership roles the School for CEOs can help you unearth the vital few lessons that will enable you to succeed.

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About Us

Helping senior leaders excel

Established in 2011, School for CEOs is a boutique executive development organisation specialising in CEO development, leadership succession, coaching and team development, executive assessment, and developing inclusive leadership.

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What our clients say

Testimonials

“Hugely positive. Very important messages and areas to concentrate on that get easily forgotten in the day-to-day business but which are the most impactful - that separate leaders from the weeds to focus on the business not in the business.”

CFO & Interim CEO

Asset manager

For New and Aspiring CEOs and MDs (2 days)

“I learned a lot from Vital Few and was keen to experience and learn further from Vital Few: Part Two. It provided me a forum where I felt comfortable to share and openly discuss issues with peers”

CEO

Construction business

“I enjoyed talking about the transition I need to make to ensure that I become the most effective leader I can be, as this gave me an opportunity to reflect on the past few years that I may have mishandled certain situations”

Operations Director

Civil engineering company

For Aspiring Senior Leaders (1 day)

“We have transformed from 10 individuals into an integrated unit working towards common goals. I credit this remarkable transformation entirely to David’s coaching and feedback, which we will continue to engage to further evolve the team dynamics”

Chief Marketing Officer

Technology Travel Business

Team Development

“The overall programme was excellent, thought provoking, and I really enjoyed the broad perspective from the four areas challenging us to think holistically and recognise the importance of all 4 aspects in our roles as leaders.”

CEO

Construction business

“A key part for me was the opportunity to build a new internal network and to bond with other people on the course. Starting the night before with a little icebreaker and plenty of opportunity to get to know each other really helped.”

Senior Leader

FTSE 50 asset manager

For Aspiring Senior Leaders (1 day)