JEFF RADICHEL
Business Leader, Strategist & Continuous Improvement Expert
ABOUT JEFF
EXPERIENCE & LEADERSHIP
With over 25 years of experience spanning engineering, operations, sales, and marketing, Jeff Radichel is a dynamic business leader and strategist. His career has taken him from hands-on engineering roles to executive leadership, culminating in his position as President of The Next Step, Inc. In this role, he helps companies drive growth, improve efficiency, and achieve operational excellence.
GLOBAL BUSINESS PERSPECTIVE
Having worked across 40+ countries, Jeff brings a wealth of real-world insights to business strategy and leadership. His expertise in sales transformation, leadership development, and operational strategy has made him a sought-after speaker at conferences, panel discussions, and executive board meetings.
INDUSTRY INVOLVEMENT & THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Jeff is an active partner in the Objective Management Group (OMG®) and a past Advisory Board Member for Dunwoody College of Technology and the Manufacturers Alliance. Jeff founded The Next Step Incorporated as a company built on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS®) and its methodologies and uses his skills and experience to transform organizations.
PRACTICAL & RESULTS-DRIVEN APPROACH
Known for his direct, no-fluff style, Jeff blends data-driven insights with practical strategies to help businesses make meaningful progress. His engaging speaking style challenges audiences to rethink their strategies, understand the “cost of doing nothing,” and take actionable steps toward measurable improvement.

GLOBAL BUSINESS PERSPECTIVE
Having worked across 40+ countries, Jeff brings a wealth of real-world insights to business strategy and leadership. His expertise in sales transformation, leadership development, and operational strategy has made him a sought-after speaker at conferences, panel discussions, and executive board meetings.
INDUSTRY INVOLVEMENT & THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Jeff is an active partner in the Objective Management Group (OMG®) and a past Advisory Board Member for Dunwoody College of Technology and the Manufacturers Alliance. Jeff founded The Next Step Incorporated as a company built on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS®) and its methodologies and uses his skills and experience to transform organizations.
PRACTICAL & RESULTS-DRIVEN APPROACH
Known for his direct, no-fluff style, Jeff blends data-driven insights with practical strategies to help businesses make meaningful progress. His engaging speaking style challenges audiences to rethink their strategies, understand the “cost of doing nothing,” and take actionable steps toward measurable improvement.
RECENT SPEAKING TOPICS
While Jeff frequently speaks on today’s most relevant business and leadership challenges, he’s just as comfortable tailoring his message to meet the unique needs of your audience. Whether you choose from one of his current keynote topics or request something custom, Jeff brings clarity, energy, and real-world insight to every stage he steps on.
Sales Leadership & Performance
Unlock higher accountability and forecasting with data-driven coaching. Learn to use tools like OMG® to boost sales performance and lead more effectively—without guesswork or generic sales tactics.
Business Growth Strategies
Scale smarter with systems, structure, and people alignment. Jeff shares how growing companies avoid chaos, reduce friction, and build teams that can handle the next phase of growth.
EOS & OMG Methodologies
Bridge strategy and execution. Jeff unpacks how EOS® and OMG® tools work together to improve structure, accountability, and leadership across your business—making traction measurable and repeatable.
Sales & Operations Alignment
Eliminate the silos. Jeff helps unify sales, operations, and leadership teams around shared goals, language, and accountability—accelerating results across departments without blame or bottlenecks.
Manufacturing & Industrial Sales
Industrial sales demand a different approach. Jeff shares proven strategies for channel growth, technical selling, and navigating complex buying cycles—rooted in real-world, high-stakes environments.
The Real Cost of Doing Nothing
Inaction is expensive. Jeff challenges teams to quantify opportunity costs and break the status quo with urgency, clarity, and data-backed decisions that move the business forward.
JEFF IS AVAILABLE TO CONTRIBUTE HIS INSIGHT AND ENERGY
IN A VARIETY OF FORMATS, INCLUDING:
- Keynote Speaker
- Full-Day Workshop
- Training Session / Masterclass
- Guest Speaker
- Breakout Session
- Panel Member
- Virtual Webinar
- Podcasts & Fireside Chats
“If you’re looking for someone who truly understands how to drive audience growth and engagement, I highly recommend Jeff.”
CHRIS DOWNS – THE ASSOCIATION FOR MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY



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