Why Business Problems Should Never Be Faced Alone

Perspective Is Power: When you're in the middle of the problem, it's hard to see the solution. Outside insight reveals what you might miss on your own.

Isolation Clouds Judgment: Stress distorts decision-making. A trusted sounding board brings clarity, confidence, and grounded strategy.

Innovation Needs Input: Breakthrough ideas rarely come from echo chambers. Collaboration fuels creativity—and leads to smarter solutions.

Leadership Doesn’t Mean Going Solo: Even the best leaders need safe, confidential space to think, reflect, and test ideas. You don’t have to carry it alone. You're not just joining a cohort—you’re stepping into a future where relevance, resilience, and reinvention are your new baselines

Cohort Led By the Trusted Advisor to CEOs

Dr. Diane Dye (3-D)

Chief Executive Officer - People Risk Consulting

Dr. Diane Dye is the go-to advisor for seasoned CEOs navigating business-critical challenges. With over 20 years of experience and a doctorate in Organizational Change and Leadership from USC, she brings calm clarity to high-stakes decisions. Diane works exclusively with executives who are tired of surface-level solutions and ready for lasting transformation. Whether it’s stalled growth, shifting markets, or internal breakdowns, CEOs trust Diane to walk alongside them with discretion, strategy, and insight that moves the needle.

Why CEOs Join the 5-Day Critical Opportunity Challenge

When you look back 30-60 days from now, you’ll wonder why you waited to surround yourself with CEOs who challenge your thinking, protect your blind spots, and help you unlock the next phase of growth. You’ve moved markets, led teams, and made the tough calls—but lately, something feels harder to shift. Maybe you’ve already tried advisors, strategy sessions, or board retreats… but the real shift still hasn’t happened. If nothing changes in the next 6 to 12 months, what’s at risk—for your business, your legacy, or your peace of mind? And when the stakes are high, who do you actually talk to?  Most CEOs join this cohort because they’re done thinking about the problem—they’re ready to do something about it. The 3D Innovation Cohort is not another networking group—it’s a one-week strategic sprint designed to deliver actionable solutions to your most pressing business challenge. You’ll leave with a customized innovation plan, peer-tested decisions, and renewed clarity—because this isn’t social time, it’s action time. What you’ll walk away with One business-critical problem, de-risked and decoded. Clear root causes, constraints, and decision criteria. A 30-60-90 day execution map. Who, what, when—sequenced to create visible momentum fast. A confidential sounding board. Senior peers who’ve been in the arena 20+ years—no fluff, no posturing. A leader’s pressure valve. Space to think, challenge assumptions, and commit to action. How the week runs (1 hour/day) Day 1 — Assessment and Definition of the Critical Opportunity Reframe the problem so it unlocks multiple paths forward. Day 2 — Diagnose People & Process Risk Spot the human friction and system traps that stall transformation. Day 3 — Design Options & Tradeoffs Model best/next moves you can actually resource. Day 4 — Decide & Sequence Choose, sequence, and assign first steps for the next 30–90 days. Day 5 — Commit & Signal Craft the leadership message and governance to sustain momentum. You’ve built something real. But at this stage, it’s not just about solving a business problem—it’s about redefining what kind of leader you want to be for the next chapter. The 3D Innovation Cohort isn’t about adding noise or hustle—it’s about helping seasoned CEOs renew confidence, sharpen strategic vision, and reshape the way they lead from the inside out. You’ll walk in with a critical challenge. You’ll walk out with a clear plan. But more importantly, you’ll leave as the version of yourself who leads with stronger alignment, decision clarity, and the energy to grow what matters most. This is the pivot from operator to architect—and it only takes one powerful week.

One Week. One Problem. Permanent Momentum.

Once you're in the room, you’ll start to feel the shift—because when you give yourself permission to be challenged without judgment, your best ideas finally get a place to land. You’re not here to be busier. You’re here to be better. This cohort isn’t just about one critical solution—it’s about shifting your role as a leader. You walk in carrying pressure. You walk out leading with clarity, strength, and momentum. This is where you stop managing the machine and start designing the future—with the right minds beside you. Walk away with a 30-60-90 day execution plan and the clarity to unlock growth. Applications close once the cohort is full.

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Is this for you?

You’re a fit if you’re a CEO who: Leads an organization 10+ years in market and $10M+ revenue Wants measurable progress in 30–90 days on a high-stakes issue (growth stall, M&A readiness, culture/talent risk, product/market shifts) Values confidential, no-BS dialogue with peers Not a fit if you can’t attend live (camera on, fully engaged) or prefer generalized playbooks over targeted work. (Attendance and engagement expectations are specified in the application.) What makes this different Focused intensity, not a time sink. 60 minutes a day. No busywork. Cohort quality > cohort size. Max 10 seats to protect signal-to-noise. Execution bias. Every session lands in a concrete next move. Confidential space. You get candor without collateral damage.

This is the Room Where Your Next Competitive Advantage Happens

Business problems should never be faced alone.

Seats are capped at 10. Don’t miss your chance to work shoulder-to-shoulder with CEOs solving high-stakes challenges.

Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly will I see movement? Most CEOs implement first wins within 30–60 days—because we leave with decisions, owners, and dates, not ideas. What’s the time commitment? One hour per day for five days—that’s it. (Participation requirements appear on the application.) Can I bring my team? This is CEO-only to protect candor and pace. You’ll translate outcomes to your team with provided templates.  What if I’m exploring longer programs? You can indicate interest in 1-month, quarter, or year-long options on the application. Do I need to do this? Yes - If you have urgency: If this challenge isn’t addressed in the next six months, revenue, competitiveness, talent/culture, or a strategic deal could be at risk. You need meaningful progress immediately, in 30–60 days, or 3–6 months. How do you select and maintain privacy? All responses are confidential. Acceptance is curated and highly selective to ensure the right mix of experience and goals; applying does not guarantee a seat. (Full statement appears on the application.)

Reclaim the Millions You’re Leaving on the Table

Apply now to join a curated cohort of 10 CEOs tackling their most critical business challenge in just 5 days.

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