Jack Tankersley
EOS Implementer for PE- and VC-backed founder-led companies
| Hourly rate range | $115 to $175 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | Scaling and growthOperations and systemsStartups and foundersExit planning and successionTeam performanceLeadership developmentStrategy and decision making |
| Works with | Founders and business owners and Executives |
| Also coaches | Executive coach |
| Based in | Colorado |
| Credentials | Certified EOS Implementer; MBA, Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth |
| Practice | Meritage |
Jack Tankersley is a certified EOS Implementer at Meritage. He helps founder-led companies backed by private equity and venture capital build alignment, accountability, and steady execution. He co-founded Colorado's first private equity fund and has raised and managed more than $1B. He has spent over 40 years as an investor and director, so he brings an investor's view to the boardroom and to EOS sessions.
What Jack helps with
Jack helps founder-led teams that raise or manage venture and private equity capital. He works on team alignment, disciplined execution, and getting the company ready for growth or an exit.
- Installing EOS in a company backed by private equity or venture capital
- Aligning the team around a clear, investor-ready vision
- Building accountability with measurable priorities
- Creating a clearer org chart and team structure
- Tying strategy to capital with investor-grade metrics
- Preparing, raising, and optimizing capital for growth or transition
- Running 90-day execution plans
- Getting the company ready for an exit
Who Jack works with
Jack works with founder-led teams that raise or manage venture or private equity capital. His clients want disciplined, exit-ready growth. He also leads sessions for venture portfolio companies and founder groups. Past clients include a homebuilder, a holding group, and a founder-led social impact company.
How Jack works
Jack installs the Entrepreneurial Operating System, known as EOS, in client companies. His work uses EOS tools such as Rocks, the Scorecard, and L10 meetings. He guides teams through the six keys to building a strong organization. He adds an investor's view on metrics, ownership clarity, and 90-day execution. He also offers executive overviews and speaking sessions for portfolio companies and founder groups, led by him or another Meritage EOS Implementer.
Background and qualifications
Jack has spent more than 40 years as an investor, director, and fund manager. He co-founded Colorado's first private equity fund. Over his career he has formed and managed venture capital and private equity funds, raised and managed more than $1B, and backed scores of growth companies. His record includes multiple portfolio outcomes above $1B. He serves as a board and strategy advisor. He holds an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth and is a Certified EOS Implementer.
Jack Tankersley pricing
Programs and services
- EOS implementation for leadership teams
- Executive overview sessions for portfolio companies and founder groups
- Speaking engagements
Jack Tankersley reviews
The CoachVouch take
He is a Colorado venture pioneer who co-founded the state's first private equity fund and now works as an EOS Implementer.
Best for founder-led companies with venture or private equity backing that want structure, accountability, and exit-ready growth.
Common questions
How much does Jack Tankersley charge?
Coaching with Jack runs $115 to $175 an hour. Message Jack from this page for an exact quote.
What does Jack Tankersley help with?
Jack Tankersley helps with installing EOS in a company backed by private equity or venture capital, aligning the team around a clear, investor-ready vision, building accountability with measurable priorities and creating a clearer org chart and team structure.
Is Jack Tankersley certified?
Jack Tankersley lists: Certified EOS Implementer; MBA, Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth.
Does Jack Tankersley work with investor groups?
Yes. He leads private sessions for venture portfolio companies and founder groups. These sessions can be led by him or another Meritage EOS Implementer.
What is EOS in Jack Tankersley's work?
EOS is the operating system he installs in client companies. It uses tools like Rocks, the Scorecard, and L10 meetings to build alignment and accountability.
How do I contact Jack Tankersley?
Send Jack a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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