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Being a CEO is isolating—but the best leaders don’t make decisions alone. Now accepting new members for CE Group 13024.

What Happens

Charlotte’s Role

Who It’s For

Founding members of CE group

Andy Trost

President

Andy Trost received the 2025 Cornerstone Award! Andy was the first to believe, supporting me when I first started, and being the FOUNDING founding member. Andy’s been a great help in building the group, being a member buddy, being the member ambassador several times, and always being willing to help fellow members.

Brian von Kraus

CEO

Brian von Kraus was named 2025 Member of the Year! This was chosen by the majority of you, his fellow group members. Brian is known as the “go-giver”, always having referrals and a helpful resource. He goes out of his way to make sure everyone is taken care of, putting others first. Brian’s been the member ambassador and a new member buddy, and welcomes new members into the group.

Mike Waterman

President and CEO

Robb Fahrion

Co Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Founding members of CE group

Andy Trost

President

Andy Trost received the 2025 Cornerstone Award! Andy was the first to believe, supporting me when I first started, and being the FOUNDING founding member. Andy’s been a great help in building the group, being a member buddy, being the member ambassador several times, and always being willing to help fellow members.

Brian von Kraus

President

Brian von Kraus was named 2025 Member of the Year! This was chosen by the majority of you, his fellow group members. Brian is known as the “go-giver”, always having referrals and a helpful resource. He goes out of his way to make sure everyone is taken care of, putting others first. Brian’s been the member ambassador and a new member buddy, and welcomes new members into the group.

Mike Waterman

President

Robb Fahrion

Co Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Meet Our CE Group Members

Members benefit from diverse perspectives across industries, backgrounds, and leadership styles.

Charlotte Wagner

Vistage Chair

About Charlotte

Charlotte Wagner, PE, spent 30 years in the energy industry building high-performing teams and growing businesses. Known for helping individuals reach their full potential—“the greatness of being you”—she now serves as a Vistage Chair, guiding CEOs and business owners to be their best and unlock greater organizational success.

Abhas Gupta

Co-Founder & CEO

Abhas Gupta, MD, is a healthcare entrepreneur and former venture capitalist with experience across digital health and fintech. He has founded several companies, including Calyx Health, Mabel, and SaveWell, focused on improving care delivery and patient engagement.

Andy Trost

President

2025 Founding Member

2025 Cornerstone Award

Andy Trost is a construction industry veteran with over 30 years of experience leading complex projects from planning through closeout. He founded Carine to provide a more strategic, client-focused approach to project and construction management.

Brian von Kraus

CEO

2025 Founding Member

2025 Member of the Year

Brian Von Kraus is the Founder and CEO of FireWatch Solutions, a boutique risk management firm delivering customized security and investigative services. With a background in military special operations, private security, and humanitarian work, he brings a global perspective to high-risk, complex environments.

Sergio Taboada

President & CEO

Sergio Taboada, P.E., is an electrical engineer and founder of Futoria Power Systems, specializing in power systems automation, substation design, and electrical infrastructure solutions. He has led projects for utility, government, and commercial clients, helping organizations improve reliability, safety, and operational performance.

Julie Green

President

Julie Green is President of CPT Group, where she oversees business development, operations, finance, and technology. With over 20 years of experience in the class action industry, she brings deep expertise in legal notice administration and a track record of driving organizational growth.

Lauren Horn

VP of Operations

Lauren Horn is a communications and operations professional with experience supporting grassroots initiatives, business development efforts, and technology-related campaigns. She has worked across a range of environments, helping teams execute projects, build partnerships, and navigate complex challenges.

Mike Waterman

President and CEO

2025 Founding Member

Mike Waterman is President and CEO of Visit Anaheim, with a long-standing career in hospitality, tourism, and destination marketing. He has held senior leadership roles across major organizations, including Visit Orlando, the Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Marriott.

Robb Fahrion

Co Founder and Chief Executive Officer

2025 Founding Member

Robb Fahrion is the Founder and CEO of Flying V Group, a global digital marketing agency. He has grown the company from a $10K investment into a multi-million-dollar business, helping organizations scale through data-driven marketing strategies.

Andy Trost

President

Brian von Kraus

CEO

Mike Waterman

President and CEO

Robb Fahrion

Co Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Charlotte Wagner

Vistage Chair

About Charlotte

Abhas Gupta

Co-Founder & CEO

Julie Green

President

Lauren Horn

VP of Operations

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