Executive Coaching in New York, NY
Transforming leadership in the world’s most demanding business arena
New York CEOs and business leaders operate where businesses are born, fortunes are made and industries are transformed. Executive coaching in New York through Vistage delivers strategic accountability, peer insight and professional facilitation that help leaders discover their greatest strengths and transform them into the leadership excellence that drives breakthrough success.
With 65+ years of proven experience and 45,000 members worldwide, Vistage integrates peer advisory and one-on-one coaching to help you unlock your potential for truly great leadership in the world’s most competitive business environment.
| Vistage Advantage | Typical Coaching/Networking Groups | Vistage Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Group Size & Composition | Variable group sizes, often larger and less curated | 12-16 carefully selected, non-competing executives |
| Expert Facilitation | Peer-led discussions or basic moderation | Accomplished CEO/business leader as dedicated Chair |
| Meeting Structure & Frequency | Inconsistent schedules, networking focus | Full-day monthly sessions + private coaching |
| Proven Methodology | Ad-hoc discussions or generic frameworks | Vistage Issue Processing™ framework |
| Dual Coaching Approach | Either group OR individual coaching | Integrated peer sessions + one-on-one coaching |
| Track Record & Experience | Limited history, lack of proven results | 65+ years of experience, 45,000+ members worldwide |
| Measurable Success | Unclear ROI or success metrics | Members grow companies 2.2x faster than non-members and stay in business 4x longer than non-member companies (21 years vs 5 years) |
| Confidentiality | Limited confidentiality in open networks | Trusted, confidential environment |
| Accountability System | Informal follow-up, if any | Clear metrics, regular check-ins, commitment tracking |
How New York executives drive results with Vistage
New York’s business ecosystem spans finance, technology, real estate, media and countless other industries where leaders set global standards. This environment gives executives the proving ground to demonstrate the power of the Vistage experience, where peer advisory and structured coaching lead to tangible outcomes and the kind of leadership that changes industries.
Mark Taylor
Vistage Chair since 2009
Coaching CEOs To Build Clarity, Confidence & AI Fluency
Mark Taylor is a former Vistage member and retired CEO who founded several successful companies, including one ranked as the 58th fastest-growing in its state and a high-tech startup that raised $20 million before going public. He holds six coaching certifications and three academic degrees: Bachelor of Science, MBA, and a Master’s in Leadership. As a Vistage Master Chair and Best Practice Chair, he leads six groups representing more than 100 CEOs and business leaders across New York City.
He is also the first person in Vistage history to receive all three legacy awards: the Hyndman Award, the Robert Nourse Chair of the Year Award and the Don Cope Memorial Award. Mark has been a top-twenty STAR Award winner for nine consecutive years and was named Best Practice Chair for NYC and Long Island in 2018. He is the author of Leadership Field Manual: Exercises & Tools for Executing Culture Change, and his TEDx talk was highlighted by Forbes.
George Janson
Vistage Chair since 2018
Unlocking leaders’ potential to accomplish the unimaginable.
Excellence, leadership and results define George Janson’s career. With over 25 years of experience leading high-performance teams at global agencies and driving $1.2 billion in billings, he brings deep expertise in navigating complex, fast-changing business landscapes. As the founder of Honest Insights, George has delivered management, sales and executive coaching rooted in both corporate experience and academic rigor.
A Columbia University-certified coach, he is known for his direct yet caring approach that helps leaders arrive at honest insights and tackle tough decisions. As a Vistage Chair in New York, George facilitates CEO and executive groups that function as true communities, empowering members to address challenges around strategy, finance, operations and work/life balance. He leads multiple peer groups and has received two Chair Excellence Awards for his impact.
Judith Goldkrand
Vistage Chair since 2024
Executive Coach and Capital Advisor
Judith Goldkrand brings broad expertise in finance and strategic business leadership to her role as a Vistage Chair in New York. Renowned for her ability to scale teams, develop leaders and drive execution while mitigating risk, Judith’s approach centers on vision and creating a culture of caring.
Her commitment to coaching and mentoring is evident in her work with entrepreneurs and business owners, helping them navigate complexity and realize their ambitions. Judith’s leadership is focused on building an interconnected, compassionate community where New York executives can achieve their highest potential.
New York Executive Leaders: Who We Serve
New York’s business environment attracts leaders from every industry who refuse to settle for good enough. Our executive groups include accomplished leaders who understand that thriving in the world’s most demanding business arena requires the kind of transformational leadership that inspires extraordinary performance.
The Issue Processing Framework: Turning Challenges into Strategic Action
The fintech scale-up founder
You’ve built your New York-based fintech company from startup to $25 million in revenue, but leading in the world’s financial capital presents challenges that demand more than technical expertise. Regulatory complexity, institutional client expectations and fierce competition for top talent require the kind of strategic leadership that your early-stage experience didn’t prepare you for. You need insights from fellow financial services leaders who’ve successfully scaled their organizations while navigating the sophisticated demands of New York’s financial ecosystem.
The media industry CEO
Leading a content company in the heart of the global media landscape, you’re balancing creative vision with business transformation as traditional models evolve. Digital disruption, changing audience behaviors and content monetization strategies require leadership capabilities that extend far beyond your creative background. You need confidential peer input from executives who’ve successfully led their organizations through major industry shifts while maintaining both creative integrity and business growth.
The real state development excecutive
In New York’s commercial real estate sector, you’re managing the complex intersection of capital markets, regulatory environments and market dynamics that define the city’s built environment. Economic pressures and shifting workplace trends require strategic thinking that your project management experience didn’t fully prepare you for. You need peer insights from real estate leaders who’ve successfully navigated market cycles while building sustainable, profitable enterprises.
The next-generation family business owner
You’re the second or third-generation leader of a successful New York family business, tasked with honoring legacy relationships while driving innovation in one of the world’s most competitive markets. Whether it’s expanding into new verticals, implementing cutting-edge technology or preparing for succession, you face unique challenges that generic business advice doesn’t address. You need guidance from fellow family business owners who’ve successfully evolved their companies while preserving what makes them special.
The Fortune 500 division president
Currently leading a major division within a global corporation headquartered in New York, you’re responsible for P&L performance that impacts shareholder value and market position. Board reporting, investor relations and enterprise-level strategic planning require capabilities that your functional expertise alone can’t provide. You need exposure to CEO-level challenges and relationships with leaders who’ve successfully transitioned from division leadership to top executive roles.
Integrated coaching that drives consistent results
Monthly Peer Sessions
Full-day meetings where you process challenges, review commitments and learn from diverse industry perspectives within your peer group.
One-on-One Coaching
Private monthly sessions with your Vistage Chair to refine strategies, work through implementation barriers and maintain momentum
Progress accountability
Clear metrics and ongoing check-ins to ensure measurable progress in both leadership and business performance
Every Vistage experience combines peer wisdom with practical follow-through, turning leadership challenges into measurable outcomes.
Addressing New York’s unique leadership challenges
New York executives face distinct challenges that reflect both the city’s global significance and its relentless pace of innovation. Vistage coaching addresses these realities:
Financial services
Leading through regulatory complexity and market volatility: learn from peers who’ve executed major strategic pivots in highly regulated environments
Technology
Scaling innovation while competing for world-class talent: apply frameworks for building culture and systems during hypergrowth periods
Media industry
Balancing creative vision with business transformation: gain structure and accountability from leaders who’ve successfully evolved traditional business models
Real estate developer
Managing capital allocation in dynamic markets: Use peer-tested strategies for navigating economic cycles and maximizing development opportunities
Family business owner
Modernizing operations while preserving legacy relationships: work through sensitive succession and governance decisions in a confidential environment with peer guidance
Comprehensive New York-area coverage
Manhattan
Brooklyn
Midtown
Long Island
West Chester
Fairfield Counties
Northern New Jersey
The Bronx
Queens
Hudson Valley
Investment in your leadership future
Vistage membership represents a strategic investment in your leadership performance and your organization’s growth. New York executives consistently report that peer accountability and professional coaching deliver ROI that far exceeds the program investment.
Membership is selective by design, ensuring every group includes leaders who refuse to settle for good enough and are committed to achieving the leadership impact they’ve always envisioned.
Better leaders. Better decisions. Better outcomes.
