Tom Barrett Joins CEO Coaching International as Partner and Coach, Bringing Extensive Experience

Tom Barrett's New Role at CEO Coaching International

In a significant move for CEO Coaching International, Tom Barrett, a distinguished leader in private equity and multi-exit CEO, has joined the firm as a Partner and Coach. With over 30 years of industry experience, Barrett has built a formidable reputation as a value creator, excelling in growth acceleration, operational transformation, and delivering impressive returns on investments across various sectors including SaaS, technology, and multi-site organizations.

Barrett's career is marked by his exceptional ability to unlock enterprise value through strategic leadership. He has successfully led more than ten acquisitions and achieved multiple lucrative exits, boasting returns ranging from 5x to 21x EBITDA. This track record highlights his unique skill set that combines private equity rigor with practical growth strategies, making him a valuable addition to the CEO Coaching International team.

Randy Dewey, CEO of CEO Coaching International, expressed enthusiasm about Barrett's addition, stating, "Tom is an outstanding addition to our team because he brings a rare combination of private equity rigor, operating leadership, and hands-on growth experience. Our clients will benefit tremendously from his practical leadership style and operational discipline."

Barrett currently serves as an Operating Partner at The Riverside Company, where he collaborates with lower middle-market portfolio companies to enhance their commercial and operational strengths. His work includes modernizing infrastructures and implementing systematic approaches aimed at achieving sustainable revenue and EBITDA growth. One of his notable achievements as CEO of 7SIGNAL includes scaling the SaaS company from its startup phase to generating 15 million USD in annual recurring revenue. He managed to quadruple the workforce, deploy over 500,000 agents, secure 30 million USD in growth capital, and achieve recognition on the Inc. 5000 list for fastest-growing companies.

Additionally, Barrett's prior experience as CEO of White Hat Management showcases his competency in orchestrating significant company turnarounds. He transformed a family-owned entity dealing with a 12 million USD loss into one generating 10 million USD annually, all while modernizing operations and setting the stage for a successful private equity sale.

In further exploring Barrett's leadership journey, it's evident that he has consistently excelled in nurturing and scaling commercial enterprises, expanding global operations, and seizing new market opportunities. "I love winning, and throughout my career I've learned as much from the setbacks as from the successes," Barrett stated. He emphasized his excitement for joining CEO Coaching International, where he aims to assist growth-minded CEOs in navigating challenges and accelerating their companies' growth trajectories.

Barrett also oversees strategic initiatives for multiple Riverside portfolio companies, including FlavorSum, Logically, Chronicle Heritage, OnScent, and Luminii. His role entails leading value creation planning and strategic prioritization, ensuring these companies reach their ambitious growth targets. Furthermore, his extensive background in investing within the private equity and venture capital realms strengthens his coaching capabilities, adding a practical perspective that many CEOs can benefit from.

He is also an active member of YPO, having served for 15 years as Chapter Chairman and board member, which enriches his network and insights into leadership and organizational growth.

For those seeking influential guidance in their leadership journeys, scheduling an introductory call with Tom Barrett or another coach from CEO Coaching International can be a critical first step. The firm prides itself on facilitating extraordinary results for CEOs and their teams, leveraging Barrett's extensive insights into driving operational excellence and growth.

With its proven track record of coaching over 2,000 CEOs across more than 100 industries worldwide, CEO Coaching International continues to redefine the coaching landscape, setting the stage for dynamic growth and meaningful exits. The firm boasts an average revenue compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.8% for companies that have worked with them for two years or longer, nearly double the U.S. average. Their focus on enhancing EBITDA growth, which averages 37.5%, positions their clients significantly ahead of national benchmarks, underscoring the powerful impact of effective coaching in today's competitive business environment.

To learn more about how Tom Barrett and CEO Coaching International can facilitate transformational leadership, visit ceocoachinginternational.com.