Dedicated to
Your CEO Next Chapter

For caring and forward-thinking CEOS thinking about CEO succession and what is next.

Step back and design your next chapter from a new mindset and updated values.
Then, design a well orchestrated hand off.

What is next for you?
Moving From Success to Stewardship

Helping you design a next chapter even more compelling than your last.

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A road to a new beginning - work one on one with CEO Next Chapter
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Natalie Michael Profile | CEO Next Chapter

Design a life you never want to retire from.

Client Accolades

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Elana Rosenfeld
Co-Founder Kicking Horse Coffee

I approached my succession as a project,  and with every project you need a team. Natalie was an exceptional support and guide in my successful transition. Her process exceeded expectations and what I learned personally and professionally was invaluable. Natalie has a gift for holding one accountable with just the right amount of compassion that holds you in moving forward.

  • Every CEO should take time to reconnect with their passions and their Why.

    Kristina Williams
    CEO, Alberta Enterprise

  • Natalie's astute evaluation of situations, risk analysis, and knack for unearthing innovative solutions was incredibly valuable.  

    Evan Allegretto, President
    BC, Intracorp

  • Natalie provided impactful coaching support at a trying time in my career and personal life. 

    Roxanne Dubé
    Former Inspector General at Global Affairs Canada,
    Former Ambassador of Canada

  • Natalie guided my journey to CEO seamlessly and with confidence.  The knowledge that she possesses about the process is priceless. 

    Adrian Fluevog
    CEO John Fluevog Shoes

  • Natalie is truly is one of a kind!

    Lauren McKinnon, COO
    Glotman

Natalie Michael of CEO Next Chapter

Imagine what is nexT

And then lead a well orchestrated hand off.

From Introspection
to Renewed Impact

✓ Tailored CEO Programs

Expertly facilitated programs for CEOs who are thinking about what is next and embarking on a new chapter.

✓ CEO tested Toolkit

A CEO tested toolkit refined over a decade which ensures maximum relevance to you.

✓ Get UNBIASED INPUT

Talk through the harder questions related to your transition. Step back and get objective input. Overcome the “you are too close to the situation” risk.

✓ Transition IQ

Learn about Transition IQ and anticipate the predictable patterns that will unfold and prepare yourself to avoid pitfalls.

✓ Get ready and then let go

Go from not sure what you really want to “ I can’t wait for what is next.”

✓ Develop your sUCCESSORS AND kEY tALENT

Develop your true legacy, ensure your people are empowered for the future.

✓ Become part of the next chapter movement.

Join other leaders who are contributing to positive changes in the world as they start their new chapter.

Explore UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Featured
CEO Next Chapter Program
Sep 18
CEO Next Chapter Program

The CEO Next Chapter Program is a deep dive retreat designed to help CEO’s explore the personal and strategic dimensions of what is next.

Building Your CEO Bench: A Working Intensive
Sep 25
Building Your CEO Bench: A Working Intensive

In this intensive you will learn a research-backed approach for benchmarking future CEO candidates, understand your CEO talent gaps and create a clear next step action plan to build your CEO benchstrength.

Our Books

Featured
Your CEO Succession Playbook: How to Pass the Torch So Everyone Wins
The Duck and the Butterfly by Natalie Michael - CEO Next Chapter

Latest from Our Blog

Insights about CEO transitions and next chapter design.

INSIGHTS
What I have learned about “Success”
What I have learned about “Success”

What is success? I wrote a piece this morning about what I have observed about success after 10 years chairing CEO peer groups and chairing peer groups for the ultra high net worth. It's what I see from this unique vantage point.

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Why is it so hard for Founders to Let go?
Why is it so hard for Founders to Let go?

Disruptive patterns can sabotage a CEO Transition. Identify yours and learn how to break the pattern getting in the way of your transition goal.

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Letting Go: The AIM Method
Letting Go: The AIM Method

The process of letting go can be absolutely brutal when you really love and care about someone or something. Here’s a prove n strategy to help the letting go process.

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The Introspection Invitation
The Introspection Invitation

I've noticed over the years that CEOs often neglect introspection; they're simply too busy running their companies. How do you know it is time to introspect? Here are four common clues.

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Client Story at the Business Transitions Forum
Client Story at the Business Transitions Forum

When a client shares their transition story at the BTF (Business Transitions Conference) it means that something was done right. Tom Shepansky, Founder of Rethink Communications, a long-time client and friend shared their story.

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The Decision is
Just the Beginning

Introspection to Impact:  Prepare yourself before you let go.