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Tom Simon

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Chief Executive Officer at Exceleras, LLC
📍 Greater Chicago Area, United States

Tom Simon is the CEO of Exceleras, LLC, a role he took on after more than 25 years in strategic organization effectiveness and talent management. He specializes in optimizing business performance by focusing on leadership development, sales team effectiveness, and aligning company culture with strategic goals. He holds an MBA from Northern Illinois University.

Outside of his executive role, Tom is passionate about mentoring the next generation of professionals. He recently returned to his alma mater, Northern Illinois University, to speak with graduating seniors about leadership, demonstrating a commitment to giving back and sharing his extensive experience with aspiring leaders.

He has a unique career trajectory, having transitioned from senior talent management roles at large corporations like US Foods to becoming the CEO of a real estate software company.

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Experience
8 Years
Current Role
Chief Executive Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Greater Chicago Area, United States
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Priorities

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Leadership Development
A core focus throughout his 25+ year career. Recommendations praise him as a knowledgeable and outstanding facilitator in leadership training.
Sales Performance
He has a proven history of transforming sales organizations by developing new selling processes, coaching tools, and management programs to drive revenue growth.
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Career

Work history

3-2020
Chief Executive Officer
Exceleras, LLC
10-2019
Managing Partner
The Paravi Group
1-2017
Founder & CEO
TANNIN TALENT ADVISORS
1-2017
Senior Vice President, Talent Management
US Foods
VP & Chief Talent Officer
CNA Insurance
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Education
Fellowship Program
The Wharton School
MBA
Northern Illinois University
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