Former CEO of Lima One Capital Joins CEO Coaching International as Partner and Coach

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MIAMI, Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CEO Coaching International, the leading executive coaching firm for growth-focused CEOs and entrepreneurs globally, proudly welcomes Jeff Tennyson as its newest Partner and Coach.

A seasoned leader with over 30 years of experience in the real estate and financial services industries, Tennyson has a proven track record of scaling businesses, driving M&A success, and building high-performance cultures. He has guided six companies through acquisitions by private equity firms and strategic buyers, making him an invaluable resource for CEOs navigating growth and exit strategies.

As CEO of Lima One Capital, one of the nation’s largest private mortgage lenders to real estate investors, Tennyson led Lima’s exponential growth from $200 million to over $2 billion in annual originations in just four years. Under his leadership, Lima One earned national recognition, securing a spot on Inc. Magazine’s list of America’s Fastest Growing Companies and being named a Top Workplace, culminating in a successful acquisition by MFA Financial.

Earlier in his career, Tennyson played a pivotal role in transforming the mortgage industry. As President of Clayton Holdings and a member of Radian’s executive committee, he spearheaded global mortgage strategies and rapid expansion. He also led the creation of one of the nation’s largest non-prime mortgage lenders, scaling it from $100 million to over $15 billion in annual originations and selling it twice to major banks.

“We are thrilled to welcome Jeff to our world-class team of coaches,” said Stanford Swinton, CEO of CEO Coaching International. “Not only has he successfully scaled multiple companies, but he also knows firsthand how the Make BIG Happen System transforms businesses. As a former client who achieved an incredible exit, he’s now in the unique position to coach other CEOs to do the same.”

Tennyson credits CEO Coaching International’s systems, strategies, and accountability with playing a crucial role in his own success. “The coaching and structure I received from CEO Coaching International were instrumental in my leadership journey and my company’s explosive growth,” Tennyson said. “After six years as a client and a successful exit, I’m excited to pay it forward and help other CEOs Make BIG Happen.”

Tennyson is a Certified Public Accountant with a BBA from Harding University and an MBA from Harvard Business School. He currently serves as Chairman of the National Private Lenders Association and is a member of the Young Presidents’ Organization (Southern 7 Gold).

Tennyson and his wife, Kathy, reside in Charlotte, North Carolina. He enjoys playing golf, collecting wine, and adventure travel, always seeking new experiences to share with family and friends.

To schedule a complimentary introduction call with Tennyson or another one of the CEO Coaching International coaches, visit: https://ceocoachinginternational.com/coach/jeff-tennyson/

About CEO Coaching International

CEO Coaching International works with CEOs and their leadership teams to achieve extraordinary results quarter after quarter, year after year. Known globally for its success in coaching growth-focused entrepreneurs to meaningful exits, the firm has coached more than 1,500+ CEOs and entrepreneurs across 100+ industries and 60 countries. Its coaches—former CEOs, presidents, and executives—have led businesses ranging from startups to over $10 billion, driving double-digit sales and profit growth, many culminating in eight, nine, or ten-figure exits.

Companies that have worked with CEO Coaching International for two years or more have achieved an average revenue CAGR of 31% (2.6X the U.S. average) and an average EBITDA CAGR of 52.3% (more than 5X the U.S. average).

Discover how coaching can transform your leadership journey at ceocoachinginternational.com.