A Fellowship of Peers with Purpose
About C12
For over 30 years, C12 has helped thousands of leaders worldwide build great businesses for a greater purpose.
Through our CEO Business and Key Player Forums, C12 provides an architected environment that integrates work, life, and leadership transformation. Today, we operate in more than 160 major metropolitan areas and are guided by over 240 full-time Chairs, serving 4,600 members across 5 continents.
If you want to elevate your leadership, avoid the isolation that often comes with the top job, and run your company with greater focus and intentionality, C12 offers a community and framework designed to support you every step of the way.
We believe that Christian business leaders are uniquely positioned to bring the hope of the gospel into the marketplace.
Mission
We equip Christian CEOs and owners to build great businesses for a greater purpose.
Vision
To change the world by advancing the Gospel in the marketplace.
Doctrine
Jesus Christ is Lord, the whole Bible is wholly true, God has an eternal plan for each believer’s life, and that plan includes their business.
Gain clarity and discover a better way to lead.
Why We're Different
- Largest faith-based executive development organization in the U.S.
- Full-time time chair committed to your whole-life success
- Industry-specific forums that span the nation and globe
- Hosts of the world’s largest business conference designed for Christian CEOs, owners, and executives
- Emphasis on stewardship, integrity, and purpose
- Focus on financial, operational, and revenue generation skills
Core C12 Framework and Tools
As a member, you’ll gain fresh perspective as you tackle your most pressing issues alongside fellow executives navigating similar challenges. Monthly one-on-one executive coaching ensures insights translate into execution, while our 5-Point Alignment Matrix and Business as a Ministry (BaaM) principles equip you to grow revenue, strengthen culture, steward resources wisely, and build lasting Kingdom impact.
The 5-Point Alignment Matrix
The Balance Wheel
Baam Strategic Planning Framework
The Tri-Value Model
Our Team
C12 Chairs bring decades of executive leadership experience to every forum—guiding Christian CEOs through structured peer learning and a 5-Point Alignment Matrix to sharpen strategy and culture. They serve as trusted advisors who challenge, support, and sharpen your decision-making from a faith-based perspective.
