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Jim Schleckser | |
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| Born | New Jersey, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation(s) | Business executive, author |
| Title | CEO of The CEO Project |
| Website | TheCEOProject.com |
Jim Schleckser is an American business executive, author, and founder and Chief Executive Officer of The CEO Project, a peer advisory organization serving CEOs of high-growth companies. He is noted for his work on leadership strategy and organizational performance.[1][2]
Early life and education
[edit]Born in New Jersey, Schleckser earned a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Delaware, an MBA in Marketing and Finance from the University of Connecticut, and a Doctorate in Business Administration.[3] He is also a Certified Sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers) and Certified Director (National Association of Corporate Directors).[4]
Career
[edit]With over 30 years’ leadership experience, Schleckser has led both public and private companies and managed a $1.6 billion organization.[1] He founded The CEO Project, which advises more than 125 CEOs—totaling nearly $50 billion in revenue and 400,000 employees—and has overseen over 30 acquisitions globally.[1]
Publications
[edit]Schleckser authored two books:
- Great CEOs Are Lazy (Inc. Original Imprint, 2016)[5]
- Professional Drinking: A Spirited Guide to Wine, Cocktails and Confident Business Entertaining[6]
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Board memberships
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- JW Logistics
- Daniel Defense
- General Plastics & Composites
- Youth With A Mission (YWAM) – San Pedro, Dominican Republic
References
[edit]- ^ a b c Schleckser. "Dr. Jim Schleckser – Forbes Coaches Council". Forbes. Retrieved 12 June 2025.
- ^ Schleckser (18 July 2024). "Jim Schleckser". National Association of Corporate Directors. Retrieved 12 June 2025.
- ^ "Dr. Jim Schleckser". NACD. 18 July 2024. Retrieved 12 June 2025.
- ^ "Jim Schleckser Profile". The CEO Project. Retrieved 11 June 2025.
- ^ Great CEOs Are Lazy – Amazon listing. ISBN 0988309912.
- ^ "Jim Schleckser – Amazon Author Page". Amazon. Retrieved 12 June 2025.