Vistage expands to Lombardy: Global CEO coaching and peer advisory organization now available to leaders in Italy

San Diego, CA (April 30, 2024) — Vistage has announced that it will now offer its platform of peer advisory groups and resources to business leaders in Lombardy (Italy), one of the four motors of the European economy. Founded in 1957, Vistage brings together exclusive groups of high-performing CEOs through a proven leadership experience that delivers results both personally and professionally. When leaders come together in their confidential monthly Vistage private advisory board meetings, they gain the perspective, clarity and support to help them become better leaders and accelerate their company’s growth. More than 45,000 Vistage members worldwide also have access to expert speakers, personalized coaching sessions, and international networking.  Under the guidance of their Chair – an accomplished former CEO dedicated to helping others grow – members leverage their peers’ wisdom, advice, and counsel to overcome challenges and seize new opportunities.  

Vistage Lombardy founder Matias Kohner said, “I first experienced the power of peer advisory as a member firsthand, where my peer advisory group helped me to navigate challenges and opportunities within my family business. Feeling the incredible impact of Vistage in my own life, I soon transitioned to becoming a Vistage Chair, guiding CEOs from diverse businesses. I am thrilled to now launch Vistage in Lombardy, where my family’s roots run deep, and help CEOs here to make better decisions that improve their companies, families and communities.”

Before becoming a Vistage Chair, Matias Kohner held the position of Vice President at Induca, contributing to the company’s growth through strategic planning and fostering staff development. At Carpe Scheider, he identified growth opportunities and strategies for the pharmaceutical company.  He also served as General Manager and Owner at Estancia Don Carlos in Argentina, where he led all aspects of the resort’s operations, from strategic planning to day-to-day management. Kohner earned his degree from Universidad de Palermo. 

Rob Ristagno, Vistage’s President of International Operations said, “Matias’ enthusiasm and passion for helping leaders through Vistage is inspiring.  He believes in the power of Vistage peer advisory groups to help CEOs become better leaders, make better decisions and deliver better results. Under his leadership, we see tremendous opportunity for CEOs to benefit from the Vistage platform in Italy.” 

If you are interested in becoming a Vistage Chair or member in Italy, please visit https://vistage-lombardia.it/.  

About Vistage Worldwide, Inc.
Vistage is the world’s largest CEO coaching and peer advisory organization for small and midsize businesses. For more than 65 years, we’ve been helping CEOs, business owners and key executives solve their greatest challenges through confidential peer groups and one-to-one executive coaching sessions. Today, more than 45,000 members in 35 countries rely on Vistage to help make better decisions for their companies, families and communities. The results prove it: Vistage CEO members grew their annual revenue on average by 4.6% in 2020, while nonmembers with comparable small and midsize businesses saw revenue decrease by 4.7%, according to a study of Dun & Bradstreet data. Learn more at vistage.com.

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