Ken Gavranovic
Executive coach for CEOs and founders in Alpharetta, Georgia
| Hourly rate range | $200 to $375 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | CEO and founder coachingLeadership developmentTeam performanceTransitions and new rolesStrategy and decision makingScaling and growthLeadership and team buildingExit planning and successionStartups and founders |
| Works with | Founders and business owners and Executives |
| Also coaches | Business coach |
| Based in | Alpharetta, Georgia, United States |
| Sessions | Online and in person |
| Credentials | Certified Executive Coach (CEC); ICF Member; BS in Psychology |
Ken Gavranovic is an executive coach in Alpharetta, Georgia. He coaches CEOs, founders and executive teams at venture-backed, PE-backed and founder-led companies. He founded a company and led it as CEO through a Nasdaq IPO. He also held senior roles at New Relic and Cox Automotive and served as COO in a turnaround. He has worked on 35+ M&A deals and 18 exits over 25 years of operating experience. He meets clients in person around metro Atlanta and works remotely with leaders elsewhere.
What Ken helps with
Ken works with leaders through the big transitions that strain a company. These include fast growth, succession and stepping into the top seat.
- Scaling a company quickly
- Planning for succession
- Holding the top seat for the first time
- Leading an executive team
- Getting honest feedback and accountability
- Planning strategy for the business and leadership team
Who Ken works with
Ken's clients are CEOs, founders and executive teams. Their companies are venture-backed, PE-backed or founder-led. Many are leaders who are scaling fast, working through succession, or serving as CEO for the first time.
How Ken works
Ken's coaching is direct and practical. He sets clear goals with clients, gives honest feedback and builds accountability. He offers one-on-one executive coaching, leadership team coaching, and facilitation for offsites and strategic planning. He starts with a free 45-minute consultation. In it, he and the leader get specific about what is in the way and whether he is the right coach.
Background and qualifications
Ken has 25 years of operating experience. He was founder and CEO of a company through a Nasdaq IPO. He was a senior executive at New Relic and Cox Automotive, and a COO in a turnaround. He has worked on 35+ M&A transactions and 18 exits. He holds a BS in Psychology, is a Certified Executive Coach (CEC), and is a member of the ICF.
Ken Gavranovic pricing
Programs and services
- One-on-one executive coaching
- Leadership team coaching
- Offsite and strategic planning facilitation
- Free 45-minute consultation
Ken Gavranovic reviews
The CoachVouch take
He has personally held the CEO seat through a Nasdaq IPO and brings 18 exits of deal experience to his coaching.
Best for CEOs and founders who are scaling fast, planning succession or leading a company for the first time.
Common questions
How much does Ken Gavranovic charge?
Coaching with Ken runs $200 to $375 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Ken Gavranovic help with?
Ken Gavranovic helps with scaling a company quickly, planning for succession, holding the top seat for the first time and leading an executive team.
Does Ken Gavranovic coach online?
Ken is based in Alpharetta, Georgia, United States. Sessions are online and in person.
Is Ken Gavranovic certified?
Ken Gavranovic lists: Certified Executive Coach (CEC); ICF Member; BS in Psychology.
Does Ken Gavranovic coach leaders outside Atlanta?
Yes. He works in person around metro Atlanta and remotely with leaders everywhere.
Does Ken coach leadership teams as well as individuals?
Yes. He offers one-on-one executive coaching and leadership team coaching. He also facilitates offsites and strategic planning.
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