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Journey To CEO: How To Help Your Clients Go From Start-Up To Enterprise 1 Credit 1 Credit

Apr 17, 2026, 02:30 PM EDT

Journey To CEO: How To Help Your Clients Go From Start-Up To Enterprise 1 Credit 1 Credit

  • Shawn McBride

    | CPA(U.S) , J.D.

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    November, 2025

  • Subject Area

    Business Mgmnt and Org

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Learning Objectives

  • Identify the key stages of growth from start-up to enterprise.
  • Transition from business owner to CEO using the Journey to CEO framework.
  • Apply the Journey to CEO framework to real-world business scenarios.
  • Recognize and avoid common pitfalls during business growth.
  • Develop strategies for scaling businesses effectively and sustainably.

Course Overview

There’s a huge difference between being a business owner and being a CEO. As your clients move from the early days of their start-up to the complex world of an enterprise, understanding the Journey to CEO framework is crucial. Created by Shawn McBride and Dr. Ann Gatty, this framework outlines the critical steps that entrepreneurs must take to scale effectively.

In this course, we’ll explore how to use the Journey to CEO framework to guide your clients through each stage of growth. From building a strong leadership team to creating scalable systems, we’ll cover the essential steps in transforming a small business into a successful, sustainable enterprise.

Major Topics:

  • Stages of Growth: Start-up to Enterprise
  • Transitioning from Business Owner to CEO
  • Implementing the Journey to CEO Framework
  • Avoiding Common Growth Pitfalls
  • Scaling Strategies for Long-Term Success

Learn strategies to help your clients break through growth barriers and navigate the unique challenges they’ll face as they take their business to the next level.

On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

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License details Credits Status
BusIness Management & Organization for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1 CPE Approved
BusIness Management & Organization for Chartered Professional Accountant in Canada 1 CPD Eligible
Business Management for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 1 CPE Eligible
BusIness Management & Organization for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 1 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountant - ICAEW 1 CPD Eligible
BusIness Management & Organization for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
BusIness Management & Organization for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 1 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 1 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 1 CPD Eligible
License details Credits Status
BusIness Management & Organization for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1 CPE Approved
BusIness Management & Organization for Chartered Professional Accountant in Canada 1 CPD Eligible
Business Acumen for SHRM-Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) (Valid upto : Dec 31, 2026) 1 PDC Eligible
HR Business for Professional in Human Resources (PHR) (Approval No. 722648) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2025) 1 RCH Approved
Business Management for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 1 CPE Eligible
HR Business for Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) (Approval No. 722648) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2025) 1 RCH Approved
Business Acumen for SHRM-Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) (Valid upto : Dec 31, 2026) 1 PDC Eligible
HR Business for Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) (Approval No. 722648) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2025) 1 RCH Approved
BusIness Management & Organization for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
HR Business for Professional in Human Resources - California (PHRca) (Approval No. 722648) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2025) 1 RCH Approved
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 1 CPD Eligible
HR Business for Senior Professional in Human Resources - International (SPHRi) (Approval No. 722648) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2025) 1 RCH Approved
HR Business for Associate Professional in Human Resources - International (aPHRi) (Approval No. 722648) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2025) 1 RCH Approved
HR Business for Professional in Human Resources - International (PHRi) (Approval No. 722648) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2025) 1 RCH Approved
HR Business for Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR) (Approval No. 722648) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2025) 1 RCH Approved
Chartered Accountant - ICAEW 1 CPD Eligible
BusIness Management & Organization for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
BusIness Management & Organization for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 1 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 1 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 1 CPD Eligible

Additional Information

Credit

1

Credit

1

Course Level

Advanced

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study

Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

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Shawn McBride | CPA(U.S) , J.D.

Officer, McBride For Business, LLC

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R. Shawn McBride is the founder of The R. Shawn McBride Law Firm, PLLC and McBride For Business, LLC, and is recognized for making business planning engaging and effective. With degrees in Accounting and Finance and having passed the CPA exam before starting his legal career, Shawn is both a practicing attorney and CPA, licensed in multiple states. Over the past 22 years, he has advised business clients on national and international transactions, combining legal experience with business acumen to help clients build a strong foundation and achieve long-term success.


Shawn is an active speaker, TEDx presenter, author, and outside advisor to growing businesses like ChekdIn. His reputation is built on practical business guidance, whether addressing conferences, delivering training, or coaching individual business owners. He helps businesses implement actionable plans for growth and legal protection, leveraging his unique dual background in law and finance.

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Reviews and Ratings

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