Keynote Session

The Strategy Compass

Offers a roadmap to Navigate Every Stage of a business's journey, from startup to scaling, crisis recovery, and successful exit.

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Every business faces defining moments where leadership, strategy, and operations are tested. The Strategy Compass keynote provides founders, CEOs, and leadership teams with the strategic tools to navigate every phase, from launching and scaling to exiting successfully.

It also covers navigating unexpected detours such as crisis recovery, offering a clear roadmap to overcome obstacles and create long-term success.

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In today’s complex business environment, many leaders struggle with growth, leadership, and strategy challenges. Mike Midgley’s Strategy Compass keynote provides actionable insights to help leaders navigate each critical phase - from launching startups to scaling and even executing successful exits.

Mike’s proven framework equips founders, CEOs, and leadership teams with the tools to embrace change, align leadership, and drive long-term success.

Key Focus Areas:

  • Building strong foundations for startups
  • Scaling operations with control
  • Navigating business turnarounds
  • Aligning leadership and governance
  • Ensuring sustainable, strategic growth
  • Planning exits for maximum value

What to Expect from The Strategy Compass

Who Should Attend:

  • Startup Founders looking to build a strong foundation for sustainable growth

  • CEOs and Leadership Teams navigating the complexities of scaling a business

  • Investors and Stakeholders seeking confidence that their portfolio companies can weather crises and emerge stronger

Key Takeaways:

  • Navigate Every Stage: Discover how to turn uncertainty into clarity at each phase of business development

  • Leadership Alignment: Learn how to align leadership for sustained growth, no matter the company’s stage

  • Strategic Resilience: Gain tools to build governance structures and risk management strategies that ensure long-term success

Perfect for These Event Types:

  • Corporate strategy sessions Aimed at aligning leadership with clear strategic goals

  • Leadership and executive retreats Focused on enhancing collaboration and decision-making

  • Founder and investor workshops Designed to align founders and investors on key growth strategies

MJM - Web Icons - Speaker Page - Why Keynotes Matters Why This Keynote Matters

Businesses face pivotal moments at every stage—launching, scaling, existing or recovering from crisis.

The Strategy Compass Keynote equips founders, CEOs, and leadership teams with the strategic foresight, leadership alignment, and operational resilience necessary to navigate these defining moments and build long-term success, no matter the challenges they encounter.

Questions

Here are answers to some of the most common questions about Mike’s keynotes and workshops.

Who benefits the most from Mike’s keynotes?

Mike’s keynotes are designed for startup founders, C-suite leaders, leadership teams, and investors seeking strategic guidance on launching, scaling, and turning around companies. He focuses on driving sustainable growth, leadership alignment, and operational resilience from the Navigate Every Stage framework.

What makes Mike’s keynotes unique?

Energy Energy Energy.....Mike blends 30+ years of real-world experience in scaling companies and navigating crises with practical, actionable strategies. His approach, built on the Navigate Every Stage framework, is tailored to each stage of business growth and recovery.

How long are the keynote presentations?

Keynotes are customizable, typically ranging from 45-90 minutes whether in person or online, depending on your event’s needs. Mike can adjust content to ensure a powerful impact on the audience.

Does Mike offer follow on workshops in addition to keynotes?

Yes, Mike offers follow-up workshops designed to deepen the impact of his keynotes. These sessions provide hands-on guidance to help leadership teams implement the strategies discussed.

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How does Mike customize his presentations?

Mike works closely with event organizers to understand the unique challenges and opportunities of the audience. His presentations are personalized to ensure relevance and alignment with the organization’s or events goals.

Does Mike offer virtual keynotes and workshops?

Yes, Mike delivers keynotes and workshops both in-person and remotely. Whether your event is in-person, virtual, or hybrid, Mike customizes his content to ensure it is engaging and impactful for all audiences.

How do I book Mike for a speaking engagement?

To check Mikes availability, simply contact the team through this inquiry form. You’ll receive a prompt response inside 24hrs to discuss availability, event goals, and customizations.

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