Jeff Gerkin
Growth Advisor
Expertise
Strategic Planning
CEO Growth Coaching
Senior Leadership Development
Technology Optimization
Grounded in over 25 years’ senior leadership experience in organizational effectiveness, technology optimization and strategic planning, Jeff Gerkin has worked in diverse sectors, including financial and business services, healthcare, manufacturing, consumer goods and energy, in companies, large and small.
Described as authentic and relatable, he has worked with C-suite leaders and professionals at all levels, helping them to develop the emotional intelligence and abilities needed to confidently scale, accelerate growth and lead successful change through changing cycles. He also works to build cross-functional organizational alignment from the boardroom to the front lines, bridging high-level strategy with ground-level implementation.
The objective is the multiplier effect – when the right pieces, the right timing, the right environment are all aligned and then everything explodes.
Jeff earned a BSc in Economics, from Illinois State University, an MBA from Minnesota’s University of St. Thomas, and a Chief Digital Officer Certificate, from Illinois’ Northwestern University. As a Certified Executive Coach, he works to develop intentional, inspiring and engaging leaders who achieve their goals by making better choices.
A committed life-long learner and workforce and leadership development geek, Jeff stays current through continual executive education at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management, focusing on growth strategy, AI, analytics, behavioral science, and digital leadership.
Married 32 years, with two “best daughters in the world” and two dogs, Jeff can often be found in the great outdoors biking, hiking, and snowshoeing.