What Our Members Say
Whether it’s individual CEO coaching or participation in peer advisory boards, our Members consistently attribute their success to being part of The Alternative Board. TAB Denver West helps local business owners and entrepreneurs implement strategic plans, navigate leadership and life transitions, build valuable business networks and grow their businesses exponentially.
Doug has been a TAB Member since 1999. The idea of having a sounding board of other business owners convinced him to join.
“Our business has grown tenfold since I’ve been involved in my TAB board.”
Doug Simons
Enstrom Candies
After a tough financial year, Beth decided to seek out support and advice from peers who understood the difficulties of owning a business.
“I expected a lot, and I got even more than what I had asked for!”
Beth Gloss
United Materials
“I have been able to accelerate business growth beyond my dreams due to the introductions TAB has provided, and the sound advice and recommendations I have received from my TAB Board. Their holding me accountable to move from selling to managing and leading my sales organization has enabled us to have two homes in Colorado, in addition to my home in the Midwest. If you don’t consider TAB, you are missing a huge opportunity.”
Anson Thompson | Insurance Ninja
The Thompson Group
TAB helped Craig through the business transition as he bought out his partner, and we continue to offer ongoing leadership guidance and support as he navigates through business challenges.
“A wonderful opportunity to build relationships in other professional arenas.”
Craig McLaughlin
Professional Tree & Turf Equipment
“I’ve been a part of other groups but didn’t see the return on investment I hoped for. I have seen tremendous value from being a part of TAB. I have experienced some of my best revenue months ever, while also exploring some other business models. TAB has helped me go through that process, discarding some ideas and refining others.”
Dean Isaacs | Owner
Vantage Group
“My billings have significantly increased as a result of my TAB Board discussions, which allow us to go deep and address the root causes of our individual situations — rather than just treat the symptoms or deal with them on the surface. I have been in several similar groups before and feel this is a real differentiator of TAB. My coach provides an atmosphere for us all to be challenged and grow both professionally and personally.”
Rick Arthur | CFO
Rick Arthur, CFO
“The TAB Business Builder Blueprint tool is really powerful. My son and I have been using it to put our plan in place and to execute on the plan. It makes us think about everything that needs to get done, and it also made us ask some very interesting and useful questions about the company. It is a great tool. The time and the money invested in TAB have been well worth it.”
Tom Vessels | President
TVessels Coal Gas Inc.
Her TAB Board helped Denise better understand the financial side of her business, and, ultimately, increase revenue.
“We’ve been recognized as an award-winning engineering firm.”
Denise Dihle
360 Engineering Inc.
Mark credits his board with helping his work/life balance and accountability as the business owner.
“Everybody has accountability to you as an owner, but who do you have accountability to?”
Mark Inboden
Utility Control and Equipment Corporation
“My TAB board got me over the hurdle of having employees. My business has more than doubled, I have continued to increase my prices, and my net profitability has also doubled. If it wasn’t for my TAB board, I’m not sure I would still be in business, certainly not where I am today. The support and empathy they provided for months was unwavering. The accountability, coaching and out-of-the-box ideas are a must for any business owner. You can’t afford to not be part of a TAB CEO group.”
Joe DiVito | Owner
DiVito Construction
