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Tony Keller - Transformational Leader & Interim Executive
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Tony Keller brings executive-level leadership to organizations in transition — whether through mergers, turnarounds, growth, or leadership gaps. With deep cross-sector experience, he builds clarity, alignment, and momentum during your most critical moments.
About Tony
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Leadership Roles
Tony has served eight times as President/CEO and three times as COO in mid-market and PE-backed firms.
Industry Expertise
o Healthcare & Life Sciences
o Manufacturing & Construction
o Pharmaceutical
o Logistics & Distribution
o Global Private-Sector Operations
o Professional Services.
Core Competencies
Organizational Culture & Transformation | Finance & Accounting | Operations | HR | Legal
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Education & Affiliations University of Oregon (MS Industrial Relations); Southern Oregon University (MBA, BS Accounting). Active board and committee service in nonprofit and industry leadership roles.
Client Impact
When a board believed their problem “impossible to solve,” they called on Tony. He led a turnaround of a toxic hospital culture — and was later told, “the immovable object just met the unstoppable force.”
A mid-level manager once asked, “Why do you care so much — you fixed this place like you own it?” Tony replied: “Growth isn’t just about performance — it’s about people realizing their potential. If you don’t care about that, you’re missing your highest purpose in leadership.”
Core Belief
“Every transformation starts with people — when they believe in the change, they don’t just comply, they commit. Tony’s leadership centers on growth, belonging, and disciplined execution.”