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Vistage International

The mission of Vistage is straightforward and powerful:  “We strive to create Better Leaders who Make Better Decisions and Achieve Better Results.”

Ed is very proud of his twenty-year relationship with Vistage International, the World’s Largest CEO Leadership Development Organization.

Ed currently chairs 6 different Vistage groups, working with more than 120 members on a monthly basis. His current members generate revenues in excess of $2B and employ more than 2,500 people. His average member commits for 6-7 years, with many staying for more than 10 years (some even predate him). In his groups, there have been multiple exit transactions exceeding $300M.  There have also been successful family business transitions.

Listen to Ed’s Interview discussing his Vistage experience on the Arete Coach Podcast

The Vistage model offers a unique blend of peer learning, executive coaching, expert insights, and extensive resources. This includes access to leading subject matter experts, specialized networks, latest research findings, a vast archive of content, whitepapers, conferences, and a global community of over 45,000 members across 35 countries. This comprehensive approach supports leaders in navigating complex business landscapes, fostering personal and professional growth.

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The results for our members speak for themselves, as they more than double the growth of their competitors and outperform all major business indices.  There is a reason why Vistage is the oldest, biggest, and best CEO leadership development organization in the world.

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Hear an objective member appraisal of their Vistage experience.

Advancing Leader Program

The Advancing Leader Program supports Vistage CE members by accelerating the leadership development of their Experienced and Advancing Managers.

Key Executive Program

The Key Executive Program develops the C-level executives that you rely on to contribute to your strategy and elevate your business.

Chief Executive Program

The Vistage Chief Executive Program is designed to help you make more effective decisions that lead to powerful results. At the core, a confidential advisory group of peers helps you focus on what’s most critical.

Emerging Leader Program

The Vistage Emerging Leader Program prepares your rising stars to reach the next level of leadership. Guided by a Vistage Chair, members develop leadership skills and the confidence to deliver on your company goals.

Small Business Program

The Vistage Small Business program gives you a forum to rise above the urgent and focus on what’s most critical: tough, strategic decisions that will drive your business forward and grow it faster.

What Can I Do for You?

Ed currently serves as the Chair of two Chief Executive Groups, a Small Business Group, a Key Executive Group, and an Emerging Leader Group. There are currently 81 members in his five groups.

Here is a brief overview of the Vistage Model:

A deeper look into the group experience

Vistage Member Testimonials

Vistage Member Testimonials

These reviews are taken from Google.

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Mark M.
We’re a family owned landscape business been in business 40 plus years over 300 employees ( team members) and going thru a generational change of leadership. Eds experience / knowledge / intellect( many more) in all areas of business and economic situations . Ed has played a large role in are current success . We have used consultant / coaches in are business over the years( little success) for are type service business. ED has been the best by far and the glue that has helped us get are team to a new level of performance/ understanding and what leadership is about in all walks of life. Helping family business continue to thrive in current environment is what his strongest skill set has been for us . Not an easy task in 2022 as all aspects business are changing rapidly but in the end leadership is what it’s all about easy to forget sometimes . Ed will make sure that doesn’t happen. Thank you ED
Response from the owner: Thank you Mark! It is pleasure to work with your team and you!
Amanda C.
I've been working with Ed Robinson of Capacity Building Solutions for over 3 years and it has changed how my families 6 generation business does things for the better. He has helped us create a sustainable model that will support us and allow us to continue on for another 6 generations!
Response from the owner: Thank you Amanda. I have no doubt the future is in good hands!
James S.
I have been a client of Ed Robinson off and on for over a decade. Ed intimately understands and effectively teaches every aspect of running a succesful small to medium sized business, regardless of industry. I have personally seen him transform not just businesses, but the leaders that run them. Highly recommend for any person or company looking to take their business to the next level.
Response from the owner: Thanks Jim. It was a pleasure working with you and I am so proud of your growth and accomplishments!
Nancie R.
Ed is a seasoned professional with a a deep toolset of best practices and approaches that he applies as they are needed to support business leaders in their growth and challenges. His deep passion for helping leaders is consistently demonstrated. Importantly, he is constructive yet candid, ensuring you hold yourself and himself, accountable to taking action. If you are interested in taking yourself and your business to the next level, and are willing to put in the true effort to get there, working with Capacity Building Solutions will help you realize your goals.
Response from the owner: Thank you Nancie! It is great having you as a member!
Cindi W.
I have worked with Ed for over 5 years in improving and developing my business and my professional skills. Ed is walking encyclopedia of resources for all aspects of business and personal development. He both encourages and challenges each client to move closer to their potential by providing education, honest feedback and holding his clients accountable. I found working with Ed to be a lot of fun! Highly recommend to business owners who want to take full responsibility for their actions (good and bad) and grow!
Response from the owner: Thank you Cindi! I hope all is well. Miss you...
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