David Delk, successor coach.
David Delk spent 22 years at a national organization, where he succeeded its founder as President and then as CEO. He leads Delk Consulting, which brings operational clarity, execution, and accountability to small and midsize businesses. He also coaches many leaders in senior roles. Two recent ones: a next-generation CEO leading his family’s business of more than thirty years, and a PE-backed CEO taking over a regional IT firm.
Why a successor coach.
When an owner hands a business to a successor, lawyers, bankers and brokers take care of the deal, and advisors help the owner plan the exit. Almost nobody prepares the person who has to run the business once the deal is done. That is the one thing Successor Coach does. David works with the successor across the seven areas they will have to run, so the owner’s retirement and the company’s future rest on someone who is ready for the job.
The method, on video.
The practice behind it.
David coaches the successors himself. Several of the areas the assessment scores are ones his two colleagues at Delk Consulting know deeply.
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Brandon DeJong
- An industrial engineer with an MBA from Clemson who came up through Adidas and Michelin in distribution, supply chain, and manufacturing, and who has recently led M&A integration at a PE-backed company. If a transition turns on operations, process, or making an acquisition work after the deal closes, his experience is likely to be directly relevant.
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Rick Burmeister
- A former Stryker executive who holds six U.S. patents, has led acquisitions and growth-stage execution, and has launched many major initiatives. If a transition turns on finance discipline, the deal itself, or growth, that is where his experience is most useful.
Full bios at delkconsulting.com.
What clients say.
“David helped me gain the tools and perspective necessary to step in as CEO at my family’s construction company. His wisdom and insights have impacted the trajectory of my career.”
Thomas Renfrow · CEO, Renfrow Industrial
“David’s strategic insights and practical advice have not only helped me overcome obstacles but also enabled me to capitalize on new growth opportunities. He asks the right questions, consistently leading me to gain deeper insights into my business.”
Amy Fletcher · Founder, ProLogic
“After working closely with David for more than twenty years, I can confidently state that he is eminently qualified to mentor next generation leaders. His strategic input and direction has had a profound impact on leaders all across America.”
Patrick Morley · Author, The Man in the Mirror
“Working with David transformed my organization. His insights have helped me navigate sticky situations successfully and have led directly to revenue gains on the bottom line.”
Caleb Robey · Founder, Depot Analytics
“David has been an incredible resource of wisdom and insight to me and our organization in helping navigate the complexities and challenges of senior leadership. He has the unique gift of asking great questions and also offering real time solutions that have moved our mission forward.”
Josh Beers · President, OneLife