ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
The number of people who have had an impact on this book is enormous. It ranges from those like Wiley's Richard Narramore, who had the idea for the book and invited us to bring his idea to life, to all those who taught us lessons throughout our careers.
Somewhere in that continuum fall all of George's partners, colleagues, allies, supporters, and clients at PrimeGenesis and Jeff's colleagues, allies, and supporters at Cerberus Capital Management L.P. and its portfolio companies, as well as all those involved with CEO Connection in any way.
We're grateful to the editing teams at Wiley and Forbes who have sharpened our thinking through the years, all the guest contributors, and friends and family members who support us in their own ways.
Jeffrey P. Pritchett:
To the countless mentors, family members and friends who have pushed, supported, advised, guided, and cheered for me throughout my life and career—thank you.
To my parents, Dr. Judy and Mr. Terry Pritchett who have been and continue to be my closest advisors and biggest supporters, I’m forever grateful for all you have done, and continue to do, for me and our family. To the Chambers family: my sister Jennifer, brother-in-law Dennis, nieces Alyssa and Addison, for our tight, enduring and ever-strengthening bond.
To Chan Galbato, my friend and mentor who has been and continues to be instrumental in my personal and professional development.
To my dear friends, George and Meg Bradt for everything we have done and will do together.
I would not be at this point without all of your influences.