Our mission is to be the premier organization for entrepreneurial Chief Executive Officers in the Gulf Coast area of Southwest Florida.

Joined January 2013
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Our members had a wonderful time learning from author and entrepreneurial mastermind Steve McClatchy this month! If you’re a Gulf Coast CEO Forum member, remember to sign up for our next breakfast on May 8 with... facebook.com/GulfCoastCeoFor…

Our members enjoyed delectable bites and savory cocktails at the exclusive new City Waterworks, Sarasota club this month. We would like to thank Gulf Coast CEO Forum member Matt DePalma and his staff with Capstan Financial Consulting Group for sponsoring this spectacular social.
Family businesses can be difficult to operate when there are too many irons in the fire. Bringing in an outside consultant can be helpful for creating open communication among leaders... businessobserverfl.com/artic…

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CEOs and business leaders, do you struggle with making decisions for your business? If you’re a member, get your name on the list for our April Breakfast with keynote speaker Steve McClatchy. A The New York Times Bestseller and consultant for... youtu.be/LJcmT_qbw0E
Our members had a wonderful time at the new CoolToday Park last month with GCBX! We’re looking forward to many spring training games with the Atlanta Braves in our evolving community. Pictured: Brian Leaver, CJ Fishman and Jaime Didomenico
A Floridian and optometrist, Dr. Herbert Wertheim is one of America’s least-known billionaires. Wertheim chose to lead a... forbes.com/sites/maddieberg/…

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Not many residents embody the spirit of Sarasota quite like Michael Saunders & Company. Innovative, bold and inspirational are just a few words to describe Saunders’ prowess as a figurehead for local real... facebook.com/GulfCoastCeoFor…
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Our members enjoyed a bewitching cocktail reception sponsored by Cool Today at the Asolo Repertory Theatre last month prior to a special showing of the Crucible. Thank you to our CEO Forum Member Jaime... facebook.com/GulfCoastCeoFor…

Our members had an amazing night at our annual holiday party sponsored by The Resort at Longboat Key Club and hosted by Galati Yacht Sales - Marina Jack! Many thanks to all of our great members who came out to enjoy a night on the water!
Mind The Gap is almost here! We're excited to see local students at Robart's Arena next week. Have you registered?! gulfcoastceoforum.com/event-… facebook.com/GulfCoastCeoFor…

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Congratulations to Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch and Gulf Coast CEO Forum board member Marina Wolf-Schmidt for receiving the Presidents Circle, Life Essentials® Curriculum, Character Education and Customer... facebook.com/GulfCoastCeoFor…

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CEO Forum member Todd Sweet and Sweet Sparkman Architects is being recognized as Firm of the Year at by the Florida/Caribbean chapter of the American Institute of Architects! Check out this... heraldtribune.com/news/20180…

Did you see this article about Gulf Coast CEO Forum member Heather Kasten and Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance in the Business Observer? Our members never cease to amaze us! Many congratulations, Heather!
Pete, Anand, and Pam great job on the View! Thank you so much for all your work and support of BIG-Bright Ideas on the Gulf Coast and your continued support of the Gulf Coast CEO Forum! Students- we want you! Stay and develop your career and life in... facebook.com/story.php?story…

Last week was BIG! Started off with our article in INC. magazine and ended with an wonderful award from CareerSource Suncoast State of Talent conference! So fortunate to work with so many kind,... facebook.com/story.php?story…

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Our last speaker, Author Michael J. Tougias shared 14 Steps to Strategic Decision Making based on JFK during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Members: if you missed the meeting, log in to our website to view the... facebook.com/GulfCoastCeoFor…

Many thanks to CEO Forum Member Michael Juceam of Right at Home for writing this insightful column in the Business Observer recently. Supporting caretakers is an important issue for regional... businessobserverfl.com/artic…
Humor doesn't have to be reserved just for April Fool's Day. Here's a tip from local humor expert and Gulf Coast CEO Forum member, Les McCurdy at our February meeting on how to maximize audience participation using laughter. facebook.com/GulfCoastCeoFor…