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Steven Pivnik

New York City Metropolitan Area, United States

After 27 years as the founder and CEO and then Executive Chairman of an international technology company that grew to 200 employees and a successful exit event, I now find myself writing the next chapter of my career. I could not have made it to where I am today without the many advisors by my side, as is the case for most entrepreneurs like myself.

With AIP Advisory, Acresis, as well as the Inc. CEO Project, I am utilizing my unique experience of building and running a global business (as well as my insights from two failed previous attempts) to help other founders and leaders chart a successful pathway forward for their companies. Knowing what works, but more importantly what doesn’t work, is instrumental to reaching your goals. I am confident that my network and I can provide you with the right tools.

My passion for adventure, new challenges and exceeding goals transcends into my personal life where I enjoy Ironman distance triathlons, marathons, ultra marathons, helicopter skiing and mountaineering.

Available For: Speaking
Travels From: New York City Metropolitan Area

Steven Pivnik Points
Academic 0
Author 369
Influencer 33
Speaker 10
Entrepreneur 50
Total 462

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Minimum Project Size: Undisclosed
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Areas of Expertise

Business Strategy 40.58
Digital Transformation 30.77
Entrepreneurship 43.30
Leadership 36.39
Management 35.07

Industry Experience

Publications & Experience

3 Article/Blogs
Good, bad and ugly customer support
Linkedln
October 09, 2024
I’m a huge believer in exceptional customer service and support. This is evidenced by the high CSAT and NPS scores that my former company, Binary Tree, continuously received. I do miss those days… but I digress.

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Tags: Business Strategy, Leadership, Management

Retention & Engagement: Building a Culture Where Employees Thrive
LinkedIn
September 28, 2022
From operational headaches to financial hurdles, business leaders and entrepreneurs have a lot of things competing for their attention. While even the best leaders cannot tackle everything that comes their way, there are some things they absolutely cannot ignore. One of the most important things a leader needs to be involved in is their company’s culture.

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Tags: Business Strategy, Leadership, Management

Virtual can be fun too!
LinkedIn
May 21, 2020
We’re all having to adjust many aspects of our lives due to the Corona Pandemic. Work life probably ranks high for many. While my company has been primarily virtual for close to 20 years, this change has not gone without consequences.

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Tags: Business Strategy, Leadership, Management

2 Books
Built To Finish
Greenleaf Publishing
January 30, 2024
In Built to Finish, Steven Pivnik takes you on two journeys: leading his software and services company, Binary Tree, from inception to successful exit and his quest to compete in the IRONMAN World Championship in Kona, Hawaii. Steven shares how the insights gained from his adventures in triathlon, mountaineering, and ultramarathons apply to anyone’s pursuit of long-term personal and professional success.

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Tags: Business Strategy, Digital Transformation, Leadership

Built to Finish: How to Go the Distance in Business and in Life
Steven Pivnik
January 30, 2024
In Built to Finish, Steven Pivnik takes you on two journeys: leading his software and services company, Binary Tree, from inception to successful exit and his quest to compete in the IRONMAN World Championship in Kona, Hawaii. Steven shares how the insights gained from his adventures in triathlon, mountaineering, and ultramarathons apply to anyone’s pursuit of long-term personal and professional success.

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Tags: Leadership, Management, Venture Capital

3 Executives
Acresis, LLC
Acresis
September 01, 2021
It's not easy to find other high-performing CEOs to vet your critical business decisions. We track them down for you, curate compatible groups, and implement a proven framework for success. The CEO Project is a business advisory group where accomplished CEOs tackle the most challenging issues, resolve constraints, drive growth, and improve outcomes.

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Tags: Leadership, Management

Binary Tree now part of Quest
Quest
April 03, 2017
Quest Software acquired Binary Tree September 2, 2020. Quest looks forward to providing Binary Tree customers with a complete suite of management tools for planning and preparing their Microsoft environments prior to – and post—migration, with industry leading reporting, disaster recovery, ... see more

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Tags: Leadership, Management

NeedToMeet
NeedToMeet
May 02, 2013
NeedToMeet is a simple tool to help individuals, groups, and organizations find a perfect time to meet. Our unique calendar interface allows you to easily select meeting times and to see at a glance which times work best for your group. So go ahead - a schedule that meeting, organize that event, book that trip, or set up that conference - all in just a few clicks.

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Tags: Leadership, Management

1 Founder
AIP Advisory LLC
AIP Advisory LLC
November 02, 2020
After completing my successful exit of Binary Tree I started AIP Advisory LLC to help fellow entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of growth and liquidity

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Tags: Business Strategy, Leadership, Management

1 Keynote
Keynote Speech "Built To Finish" - Highlight reel
Youtube
November 30, 2023
This is a highlight reel from my keynote speech titled "Built To Finish". For information please visit www.stevenpivnik.com

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Tags: Business Strategy, Leadership, Management

82 Podcasts
Nor’easter prequel
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September 26, 2026

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What Happens in the First 90 Days After You Sell?
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September 25, 2026

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What Makes Buyers Pay a Premium for a Business?
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September 24, 2026

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He Told Michael Jordan to Cut Distribution by 50%
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September 23, 2026

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Gene McCarthy on Michael Jordan, the Four-Minute Mile & Building the Jordan Brand
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September 23, 2026

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Ranking Endurance Sports for Founder Mental Toughness
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September 23, 2026

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The robots are here
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September 22, 2026

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Ranking Every Way to Increase Your Exit Multiple
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September 22, 2026

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5 Things Every Successful Business Sale Had in Common
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September 21, 2026

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Why an Exit Advisor Competes in IRONMAN Triathlons
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September 20, 2026

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Ranking Everything That Kills a Deal in Due Diligence
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September 19, 2026

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How I Added $5 Million to a Founder's Exit in 18 Months
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September 18, 2026

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80% Done by Someone Else Is 100% Awesome
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September 17, 2026

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The First Question I Ask Every Founder (Before Their Financials)
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September 17, 2026

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Your Business Can’t Outscale Your Leadership | Parker McCumber
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September 16, 2026

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You're Already Behind on AI (And Don't Know It Yet)
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June 24, 2026

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AI Won't Replace Humans. It Will Expose How We Work. with Christa Hill
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June 24, 2026

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Founder Executive Retreat Q&A with Steven Pivnik
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June 18, 2026

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56 IRONMAN Finishes / $1.2b in Founder Wealth Created. Follow for more info tomorrow.
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June 16, 2026

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Cleaning sneakers to millionaire..???
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June 10, 2026

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Opportunity by Proximity: How a Cake Decorator Built a $400M Wealth Firm
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June 10, 2026

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Most Founders Know How to Start. Few Know How to Finish.
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May 29, 2026

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This Is Not Your Typical Executive Retreat
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May 28, 2026

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Delicious & easy!!
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May 23, 2026

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Growth Doesn’t Fix Problems, It Exposes Them with Dr. Donna Marino
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May 20, 2026

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