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The second-in-command role is uniquely demanding.
As a 2IC operator, you carry a responsibility that few others fully understand:
• Executing the CEO’s vision
• Leading in the operational reality
• Aligning teams and scaling operations
• Navigating complex organizational dynamics
• Making critical decisions under pressure
• Staffing and developing people
• Building culture
Feeling an acute sense of isolation, many senior executives lack a trusted circle of peers to process difficult decisions, test new ideas, and gain a broader perspective as they navigate the pressures of their unique role.
At Ascent Nexus, we believe leading from the #2 seat doesn't have to be lonely.
Ascent Nexus offers role-specific peer advisory groups of values-oriented 2IC leaders who are driven to create impact for good in both their organizations and families.
Our professionally facilitated cohorts and 1:1 coaching sessions provide a confidential circle of collective insight and a space to pursue noble leadership for enduring impact.
Our expertly curated forums are a sanctuary where leaders can move beyond performance metrics to focus on character and whole-life growth, sharing practical solutions, and honoring God in their work.
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members gain
Confidential Peer Support
A trusted and confidential environment where you can openly discuss challenges, share experiences, and gain perspective from peers who understand the realities of the #2 seat.
Structured Issue Processing
Collaborate on critical business challenges and leverage the group's experience to find effective solutions.
A Strategic Sounding Board
Bring important ideas and decisions to the group and benefit from the collective insight of experienced peers before moving forward.
A Trusted Executive Network
Build a strong network of trusted peers for ongoing support and collaboration beyond the group meetings.
Enhanced Leadership Capacity
Develop and refine leadership capabilities through shared experiences and expert insights
Reduced Isolation in Leadership
Connect with peers who understand the unique pressures of senior leadership and find encouragement in a community that walks alongside you.
WHAT MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES
MONTHLY FACILITATED PEER ADVISORY SESSIONS
Monthly, professionally facilitated peer advisory meetings where operators bring real leadership challenges and gain clarity through structured, confidential discussion.
EXPERT INPUT & RESOURCES
Select sessions include expert perspectives, along with access to a curated library of tools and resources supporting wise, effective leadership.
COMMUNITY & CONNECTION
A peer community of operators in similar roles who understand your context and actively advise one another through real leadership challenges.
OPTIONAL 1:1 COACHING
Personalized, one-on-one coaching with the facilitator is available for leaders seeking deeper focus alongside the group experience.
COLLECTIVE insight
Leading Doesn't Have to Be Lonely
At Ascent Nexus, we offer role-specific executive cohorts designed for leaders who understand the unique pressures of the second-in-command role. In a safe and generative environment, you will gain actionable insight on your toughest challenges, fresh perspective, and wisdom for decision-making with the support of experienced peers.
NOBLE leadership
Pursuing Your Masterpiece Leadership
Our cohorts bring together values-oriented leaders who challenge one another to elevate to their best selves. Together, we will grow as whole and intentional servant-leaders, seeking to honor God while building organizations, teams, and families that flourish.
ENDURING impact
Creating Ripples of Impact for Good
Through purpose-driven peer cohorts, you will be strengthened to lead with courage and vision. Faith-integrated perspectives help you navigate both difficult and abundant seasons while becoming a steady influence for good within your organization and community.
how it works
Wondering what it’s like to be part of Ascent Nexus? Here’s how the journey works.
Leaders in the #2 role (COOs, EVPs, senior operational leaders, and similar positions) submit an application and meet with your leadership growth coach to ensure the group is the right fit.
Each cohort is carefully curated so members share a similar level of responsibility and leadership context.
join a curated peer group
Accepted members are placed into a small, confidential peer advisory group (typically 8–15 participants).
This structure ensures meaningful participation, trusted relationships, and high-quality strategic conversations.
Participate in Monthly Advisory Sessions
Each month, members meet for a professionally facilitated peer advisory session.
During these sessions leaders:
• Bring real leadership challenges
• Receive strategic feedback from peers
• Work through decisions and obstacles together
These sessions function as a strategic sounding board for complex leadership decisions.
Access Ongoing Resources & Insights
Between meetings, members gain access to:
• Curated leadership tools and resources
• Expert insights
• Continued connection with the group community
Optional 1:1 coaching is also available for leaders seeking deeper strategic support.
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MEET YOUR LEADERSHIP GROWTH COACH
Todd Kemp, MA, MCC
I am deeply fascinated by the human longing for transcendent meaning and the growth journey at the heart of becoming a leader worth following. Growth awakens us to new possibilities, purposes, and the profound promises of God.
I believe growth is cultivated in circles of trust where humility, truth, and the generous presence of another shape us for good. As a leadership growth coach, I seek to foster growth in this way and help spark greater flourishing.
Before coaching, I spent nearly two decades in Fortune 150 technology and entrepreneurial ventures, leading distributed teams and supporting complex, high-stakes business outcomes. For the second half of my career, I have been a coach for individuals, teams, and executive peer cohorts for leaders who value connection over self-reliance, clarity over self-deception, and courage over self-doubt.
