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Why CEOs, Tech Executives, and Aspiring Leaders Win Big Through Masterminds

The higher you climb, the lonelier it gets. CEOs and C-Suite executives carry weighty decisions that can define the future of companies. Tech executives grapple with a disruption that never seems to slow down. Aspiring leaders step into high-stakes environments where confidence and influence can make or break careers.

Yet the leaders who consistently win big share a common advantage: they don’t try to do it alone.

They invest in their networks. They surround themselves with trusted peers. And they lean into the power of masterminding.

Why Networks Matter More at the Top

At mid to large companies, competitive advantage doesn’t come from tools alone—it comes from people.

  • A CEO who tests a high-stakes decision with peers avoids millions in missteps.
  • A tech executive who hears how another company solved a scaling problem accelerates their own growth.
  • An aspiring leader who learns to practice vulnerability in a safe setting gains the confidence to lead authentically.

This is the multiplier effect of Executive Coaching, Tech Leadership, and Collaboration—but amplified through a mastermind.

What Makes the Executive Tech Circle Different

That’s why I built the Executive Tech Circle: a mastermind where CEOs, senior executives, and aspiring leaders come together to sharpen each other, challenge assumptions, and create growth they couldn’t achieve alone. We meet in the San Francisco Bay area, online, and at several other locations.

Inside the circle, you’ll find:

  • Candid conversations about wins and defeats. Leaders share what worked and what didn’t—without filters.
  • A culture of vulnerability where strength is measured not by posturing, but by openness.
  • Tools to build influence and collaboration, sharpening how you lead boards, teams, and stakeholders.
  • Accountability that transforms vision into execution—because ideas without action go nowhere.

This isn’t networking for the sake of business cards. It’s not another leadership workshop. The Executive Tech Circle is where high-stakes leadership meets real peer support.

Proof It Works

One senior executive who worked with me described it this way:

“Mahesh’s coaching and group approach helped me uncover blind spots I didn’t even know existed. The combination of vulnerability, accountability, and strategy made me a stronger leader—both in confidence and in influence.”

When peers hold up the mirror, growth accelerates.

The Bay Area Advantage

The San Francisco Bay Area is more than a tech hub—it’s the beating heart of global innovation. Bringing leaders together here creates a mastermind environment unlike any other. Whether you’re scaling a global enterprise, leading through AI transformation, or stepping into higher leadership, the Executive Tech Circle offers a rare space to pause, reflect, and accelerate forward.

The Invitation

The CEOs and executives who thrive don’t just rely on their own experience; they tap into the wisdom of others. And aspiring leaders who want to fast-track their growth step into circles where they can learn from those ahead of them.

If you’re ready to gain clarity, confidence, influence, and collaboration—and to put yourself in the company of peers who will challenge and support you—the Executive Tech Circle is your next step.

For more about me and my work in executive coaching, AI advisory, and leadership acceleration, visit my Home Page.

Mahesh M. Thakur

Top 0.1% Master Certified Coach | AI Advisor | CEO & C-Suite Coach

Mahesh M. Thakur
Mahesh M. Thakurhttps://maheshmthakur.com/
Mahesh M. Thakur stands at the forefront of executive leadership and organizational transformation. Renowned globally as a Master Certified Coach, Mahesh has delivered over 10,000 hours of executive leadership team coaching, empowering leaders to elevate their impact, drive cultural change, and embrace AI in meaningful ways. With a proven track record of managing and growing a $600M+ P&L, he has pioneered a culture of experimentation and continuous learning, drawing on his leadership experience at Microsoft AI, Amazon, Intuit, and GoDaddy—where he worked alongside visionaries like Bill Gates and Satya Nadella. He was selected as one of the Top 100 Executive Coaches Globally (out of 18,000 applicants). Mahesh’s proprietary frameworks, inspired by these industry giants, have enabled organizations to build agile, high-performing teams ready to thrive in today’s fast-evolving business landscape. Mahesh is genuinely enthusiastic about the opportunity to work with CEOs and executive teams—not just as a coach, but as a partner who deeply understands the pressures, ambitions, and opportunities inherent in leading at the highest level. His reputation is built on guiding C-Suite leaders and teams beyond surface-level change, helping them achieve profound, lasting transformation and fostering environments where both performance and well-being flourish. Mahesh brings a warm, human approach to every engagement, drawing from his extensive experience building companies, developing frameworks for AI and culture, and navigating the complexities of executive life. Outside of work, he finds balance through yoga, weight training, traveling, and, when time allows, making Italian dishes with his kids or enjoying a good glass of Napa wine. He is eager to learn: What are the boldest aspirations your leadership team holds this year, and where do you see the greatest opportunity for growth or change? A certified Board Member from Stanford, Mahesh has served on the board of SaaS innovator Reverie, guiding its acquisition by Reliance Jio to accelerate language adoption on mobile at scale. His insights have been featured in Forbes, Yahoo Finance, and Business Newswire, cementing his reputation as a thought leader in executive development and organizational culture. Mahesh’s passion lies in unlocking the full potential of organizations and their leaders, fostering adaptive, high-growth cultures that are equipped to meet the challenges of the future.
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