Many men and women in leadership positions agree with the old adage, “It’s lonely at the top”.  Leaders face never-ending challenges and difficult decisions as they manage their businesses, often with no one to serve as a sounding board.  A group of Sandy Springs-based executives have found it extremely valuable to meet regularly to confidentially discuss issues and opportunities through a program of the Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber of Commerce, the CEO Roundtable.  With the inaugural program halfway through its first year, the Chamber is now inviting applications for the 2015-2016 CEO Roundtable, which will begin in October.

“We’re looking to put together a group of about 12-15 non-competing business owners, decision makers and/or leaders of small to medium-sized businesses to meet monthly,” said Roxane Dimon, vice president/North Fulton market manager of Cornerstone Bank and chairperson of the Chamber’s CEO Roundtable program.  “Over time, the group will become a trusted board of advisors for the members as they share best practices, find solutions to business issues and challenges and help meet business goals.  All participants agree to adhere to a code of confidentiality so the Roundtable members can freely share information and concerns.”

“We had a tremendous response to our first CEO Roundtable,” said Tom Mahaffey, president of the Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber of Commerce.  “The members tell us they already have seen a positive impact on their businesses and are forming trusted bonds.  I think there’s a pent-up demand for this type of peer to peer forum and relationship building, and the Chamber is pleased to offer the program.” 

Those wishing to submit an application should visit www.sandyspringsperimeterchamber.com/events/professional-development/ceo-roundtable and click on “Apply Now”. 

Applications are due by Sept. 25.  If the demand is high, the Chamber will organize more than one Roundtable.