Robert Sher

Experience

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  Bentley Publishing Group

  Jan 1984 - Nov 2006

  CEO

  From 1984 to 2006, Robert was CEO of Bentley. Robert was a co-founder of the company, which was based in Walnut Creek, CA. He and his partners became aware of a gap in the marketplace for affordable prints to serve the growing volume framing industry. It was a bootstrapped effort that wasn’t easy, but key successes breathed new life and cash flow into the business. He led the acquisitions of four competitors between 1999 and 2004, and left Bentley two years later when it was a $10 million firm with 64 employees. At the time, Bentley had contracts with more than 300 artists, whose works it reproduced, printed and sold to frame and print shops, craft stores, gift stores, galleries and major retailers such as Nordstrom, JC Penney, and Ethan Allen. The firm was merged in 2011 to form Bentley Global Art Group. Show less

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  St. Mary's College

  Jan 1995 - Jun 2000

  Lecturer, Entrepreneurship

  Taught Entrepreneurship to Executive MBA candidates.

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  Alliance of Chief Executives

  Nov 2006 - now

  Director

  I was a member of this community of CEOs for 11 years, then at the end of 2006 became involved in the leadership of the Alliance. I founded the Top Team program (for executives that report to the CEO) and lead one of those groups today (companies ranging from $30 million to $800 million revenues; half private, half public) as well as help bring members from different private groups in the Alliance together to learn from each other on topics of common interest. Today the Alliance is a Northern California.community of nearly 400 CEOs and senior executives of midsized firms. Show less

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  Mastering Midsized

  Jan 2007 - now

  Chief Executive Officer

  Mastering Midsized partners with leaders of midsized companies to build the strong business infrastructure your company needs to grow — predictably and sustainably.

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  Kevin Barry Art Advisory

  May 2012 - now

  Independent Board Member

  I've been asked to formalize the board as the firm goes through an ownership transition and to serve as an independent director.

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  ACG San Francisco

  Mar 2014 - Feb 2015

  President

  ACG SF is a professional organization that offers members real opportunities for networking, prospecting, and deal-flow through relevant and engaging programs and events. It serves as a close-knit community of respected professionals who support and validate each other’s professional and personal growth.We are focused on the growth of mid-market companies; a place where capital, know-how and companies connect. ACG SF is creating a world where sharing success is contagious. I am honored to have been elected President for the term March 1, 2014 through February 28, 2015. Show less

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  Life-Assist, Inc.

  Apr 2014 - Mar 2017

  Independent Board Member

  I am the independent board member to provide governance and board-level leadership.

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  Everything DiSC: A Wiley Brand

  Jul 2017 - now

  Authorized Partner: Everything DiSC, The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, PXT Select
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  The One Page Business Plan Company

  Sept 2019 - now

  Chief Executive Officer

  I am honored that Jim Horan, the Founder of The One Page Business Plan Company, had selected me as his successor in the event of his death. I will continue the quest that Jim had begun, bringing simplified business planning to organizations of all sizes through a cadre of consultants worldwide. My colleagues Toni Nell and Jim McCraigh as well as our support team are eager to continue and embellish what Jim Horan created. I got to know Jim when I became certified 11 years ago, and have personally helped dozens of firms adopt this powerful planning tool.About our companyOur firm is an international consulting company with over 500 consultants built around the innovative and proven One Page Business Plan methodology. We specialize in helping business owners and executives "re-think" their business, and then help them construct extraordinarily clear and concise strategic/business plans...on a single page that have an intense focus on growth and profitability.The company's products and services include cloud-based enterprise planning and performance management solutions. This includes e-learning and e-planning courseware and associated consulting services.The original One Page Business Plan book has been an Amazon.com best-seller for over twelve years. Over the years the The One Page Business Plan brand has become synonymous with "the fastest easiest way to write a business plan." The best-selling series now includes specialized editions for Non-Profits, Professional Consultants, Financial Service Professionals, Women in Business and The One Page Business Plan for the Busy Executive. The book is available in many foreign languages. Show less