Peer to Peer and the Virginia Council of CEOs with Scot McRoberts

Let's go peer to peer on this! Scot McRoberts of the Virginia Council of CEOs, Richmond Va, is with me today to talk shop around what peer to peer support for leaders. Warm and thoughtful, Scot says he does 'drink his own kool-aid'.
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AI Show Notes:
Episode Description:
In this episode, Elizabeth Walker interviews Scott McRoberts, leader of the Virginia Council of CEOs, about the power of peer groups for small and mid-sized business leaders. Scott shares insights on how structured, confidential meetings with fellow CEOs can provide invaluable support, perspective, and growth opportunities.
Key Points:
• Scott's background in nonprofits and how he helped found the Virginia Council of CEOs
• The structure and purpose of CEO roundtables
• Why peer groups focus on sharing experiences rather than giving direct advice
• The unique challenges faced by small and mid-sized business CEOs (8 million revenue on average)
• How peer groups provide perspective and emotional support for lonely leadership positions
• The Council's annual Fall Leaders Conference open to non-members
• The inspirational impact of peer groups on leadership growth and business vision
Notable Quotes:
"No one's ever gone to school to learn how to run a small business. You learn it entirely on the job, by experience or from lessons you learn from other people who share their experience." - Scott McRoberts
"Joining the council was the best decision I made all year." - Testimonial from council member Mindy
Closing Thoughts:
Scott emphasizes the importance of joining a peer group, regardless of which organization you choose. The Virginia Council of CEOs operates in Richmond, Charlottesville, and Roanoke, but Scott offers to help direct interested leaders to peer groups in other areas.
Resources Mentioned:
• Virginia Council of CEOs website: www.vaceos.org
If you're a CEO or business leader interested in learning more about peer groups, visit the Virginia Council of CEOs website or reach out to Scott McRoberts for guidance on finding a group in your area.