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WHAT & WHO

The North Star Executive Network is focused on connecting Minnesota-based senior executives to educate, problem-solve, network, provide resources, and ultimately, grow your businesses. North Star is founded by members of Fortium Partners, Seaton Hill Partners, and Chief Outsiders. Our goal is to always engage, inspire, and share relevant insights with this Network that can be put into practice the next business day.

About

HOW & WHY

At quarterly informative events built around topics of timely interest, you’ll leave with ideas, tools, and takeaways you can put into practice immediately, along with deeper insights that inform strategic decisions for your organization.

OUR MISSION

Fostering environments for
MN-based CEOs, Founders, Managing Partners, and Chairs, that lead to practical insights, networking, and collaboration; enabling business and community excellence. 

OUR VISION

Inform, educate, and enlighten by introducing insights on trending business topics of interest.

OUR CORE VALUES

  • Collaborative Spirit

  • Insightful Leadership

  • Transparent Integrity

  • Knowledge Empowerment

  • Educational Growth

  • Community Engagement

  • Relaxed Professionalism

Events
Upcoming Events

Join Us for Networking, a Great Speaker, and a Community Service Project

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Top Insights from Our December 2024 Webinar with Dr. Jeff Jacob:

SHARE WITH OTHERS

We welcome the opportunity to share our content and event invitations with other high-level senior executives in the Twin Cities who you think could benefit from engagement with North Star Executive Network.

RESOURCES

Download resources to assist in transforming your business.

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The Growth Gears offers a pragmatic approach to business growth. Written by Chief Outsiders’ Founders, it is a market-based framework with actionable tools applicable to CEOs seeking to move from simply operating a well-run company to achieving new levels of growth.

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How to Leverage AI to Streamline Business is based on a Fortium Partners case study, where the fractional CIO used AI to help the client improve streamline their business processes.

Resources
Members

FOUNDING MEMBERS

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Bill Alfveby

Partner & CISO

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Mike Benz

Partner & CIO

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Jay Goethal

Area Managing Partner

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Stephen Lavin

Managing Partner & CIO

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  • How is this group different from other executive networks I am engaged with?
    As a Minnesota-based senior executive, you understand the value of connections, education, and problem-solving. We've crafted a dynamic platform that fosters an environment where collaboration and resource-sharing flourish. Our primary mission? To empower executives like you to conquer challenges, grow your businesses, and take your leadership abilities to new heights. We've curated a carefully crafted network dedicated to delivering invaluable insights, actionable strategies, and tangible results. Through thought-provoking educational initiatives, expert-led problem-solving sessions, and targeted networking opportunities, the North Star Executive Network serves as your compass for success.
  • Is there a Membership fee?
    There is no membership fee to participate in the North Star Executive Network.
  • Do I have to join or sign up to access North Star executive Network events?
    The only enrollment required is a valid email address so that we may keep you informed of upcoming events. You may unsubscribe at any time.
  • How will you use my contact information?
    Your contact information is used to keep you updated on events, share meaningful information and newsletters from the North Star Executive Network founders.
  • Who are these founding organizations?
    Chief Outsiders - Are battle-tested, Strategic Operators for mid-market and startup CEOs seeking to accelerate revenue growth. Our Fractional CXOs serve as part-time members of your executive management team or excel as coaches and strategic project leaders, delivering insights, practical strategies and execution that positively impacts ROI. Fortium Partners - Provides technology leadership without the search. You get immediate access to the CIO, CISO, or CTO you need, as much as you need, for as long as you need. We are senior technology leaders available on demand, as a service. SeatonHill Partners - Are an elite CFO services provider with a team of highly experienced leaders that go beyond the numbers to assure the financial strength of your business.
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