

Boardroom Confessions: Selling to Executives in a Risk-Averse Market
In uncertain environments, deals don’t stall because of product gaps, they stall because executive buyers perceive too much risk.
In this edition of Boardroom Confessions, you’ll get a candid, behind-the-scenes look at how senior executives actually think about risk when evaluating vendors and initiatives. You’ll hear directly from experienced CXOs on what makes a proposal feel credible, what quietly raises red flags, and how sellers can position change in a way that feels both safe and necessary.
We’ll dig into:
What “risk” really means to executives right now
How leaders weigh downside vs. upside in uncertain environments
The subtle ways sellers unintentionally increase perceived risk
How to position change as credible, controlled, and inevitable
This is not a webinar. It’s a small, interactive conversation by design, with plenty of time for live Q&A and real discussion. We keep these sessions intentionally limited so participants can pressure-test their thinking, ask honest questions, and get practical insight you can apply immediately.
If you sell into senior leaders and want to move deals forward in cautious buying environments, this session is for you.
Hosted by:
Steve Moss, CIO
Charlie Swan, Founder and Chief Growth Officer