IN THEIR OWN WORDS
STORIES FROM THE SUMMIT
Real stories and journey insights from executives and owners who turned hard-earned experience into structured, independent guiding practices.
Why Guides Choose Pinnacle
Every journey is different—and every success has a story to tell.
Experienced leaders come to Pinnacle for structure without rigidity, depth without scripts, and a community that raises the standard.
Justin Schaffer
Pinnacle Guide since 2022
Command Experience. Civilian Impact.
Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel translating combat-tested leadership into disciplined, purpose-driven advisory work.
Kelly Renz
Pinnacle Guide since 2021
From CEO to Architect of Leaders
Former CEO and investor building a multi-Guide firm grounded in flexibility, rigor, and community.
Rachel Rose Nelson
Pinnacle Guide since 2020
Strategy That Actually Executes
Seasoned strategist unifying brand, leadership, and execution under one cohesive operating framework for growth.
Dave Reilly
Pinnacle Guide since 2018
Wisdom, Reapplied
Veteran CEO channeling decades of boardroom experience into focused, high-impact leadership guidance.
Mike Taylor
Pinnacle Guide since 2019
Builder Helping Builders
Founder turned Guide equipping growth-minded owners with structured tools and disciplined execution rhythms.
Jeanne Cummings
Pinnacle Guide since 2017
Talent. Alignment. Scale.
Executive leader helping companies align people, purpose, and performance through practical operating discipline.
Justin Schaffer
Pinnacle Guide since 2022
Command Experience. Civilian Impact.
Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel translating combat-tested leadership into disciplined, purpose-driven advisory work.
Kelly Renz
Pinnacle Guide since 2021
From CEO to Architect of Leaders
Former CEO and investor building a multi-Guide firm grounded in flexibility, rigor, and community.
Rachel Rose Nelson
Pinnacle Guide since 2020
Strategy That Actually Executes
Seasoned strategist unifying brand, leadership, and execution under one cohesive operating framework for growth.
Dave Reilly
Pinnacle Guide since 2018
Wisdom, Reapplied
Veteran CEO channeling decades of boardroom experience into focused, high-impact leadership guidance.
Jeanne Cummings
Pinnacle Guide since 2017
Talent. Alignment. Scale.
Executive leader helping companies align people, purpose, and performance through practical operating discipline.
Mike Taylor
Pinnacle Guide since 2019
Builder Helping Builders
Founder turned Guide equipping growth-minded owners with structured tools and disciplined execution rhythms.