Jim Schleckser

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Jim Schleckser
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Born
New Jersey, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
OccupationBusiness executive, author
TitleCEO of The CEO Project
WebsiteTheCEOProject.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

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

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

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]

Board memberships

  • JW Logistics
  • Daniel Defense
  • General Plastics & Composites
  • Youth With A Mission (YWAM) – San Pedro, Dominican Republic

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 Schleckser. "Dr. Jim Schleckser – Forbes Coaches Council". Forbes. Retrieved 12 June 2025.
  2. Schleckser (18 July 2024). "Jim Schleckser". National Association of Corporate Directors. Retrieved 12 June 2025.
  3. "Dr. Jim Schleckser". NACD. 18 July 2024. Retrieved 12 June 2025.
  4. "Jim Schleckser Profile". The CEO Project. Retrieved 11 June 2025.
  5. Great CEOs Are Lazy – Amazon listing. ISBN 0988309912.
  6. "Jim Schleckser – Amazon Author Page". Amazon. Retrieved 12 June 2025.

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