The leadership performance specialists.

We combine analytical acumen with real-world leadership experience to accelerate the performance of individual leaders and executive teams.

We’re on a mission to accelerate leaders’ performance.

Our team

Empirical and experienced

Accelerated Performance Group team members are well-versed in analytical processes and steeped in industry-specific leadership experience.

  • Charles Gerhold

    FOUNDER & MANAGING PARTNER

    Charles Gerhold founded Accelerated Performance Group to accelerate value creation by optimizing human capital. With experience spanning start-ups to Fortune 50 companies, Charles partners with C-suite leaders and boards to tackle challenges like leading new teams, driving organizational improvements, and shaping culture. Charles holds a B.A. in Economics and Psychology from Marietta College and an M.A. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the University of Tulsa

  • Cynthia Alt, Ph.D.

    SR. CONSULTANT & EXECUTIVE COACH

    Cynthia Alt, PhD, blends organizational development expertise, systems thinking, and business experience to guide individuals and organizations through successful change. A former leader in industries like manufacturing, finance, and tech, she helps her clients maximize leadership capacity by building on strengths and addressing growth areas. Cynthia also teaches part-time at USC’s Business Communication and Management Departments. She earned her Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology.

  • Sarah Graff

    SR. CONSULTANT & EXECUTIVE ASSESSOR

    Sarah Graff partners with clients to drive business results by developing leaders and optimizing talent programs. She is an expert in assessing and coaching leaders, building bench strength, and leading large-scale talent initiatives globally. Sarah excels at helping organizations navigate growth, leadership transitions, and change. She earned her B.S. in Psychology from Otterbein University and her M.S. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the University of Central Florida.

  • Jennifer Irwin, Ph.D.

    SR. CONSULTANT & EXECUTIVE COACH

    Jennifer Irwin, PhD, is a purpose-driven coach who helps leaders unlock their potential with straight talk and compassion. Jennifer combines over 25 years of experience to guide clients toward personal and professional success, specializing in high-potential identification, feedback, and succession planning. She holds a B.S. in Psychology from Denison University and a Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Bowling Green State University.

  • Jason Weiss, Ph.D.

    SR. CONSULTANT & EXECUTIVE ASSESSOR

    For over 20 years Jason Weiss, PhD, has helped organizations identify and develop top talent. He specializes in executive and high-potential assessments. Jason offers deep insights into leaders' skills, cultural alignment, and readiness to tackle future challenges. Jason holds a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Western Ontario and a Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the University of Nebraska.

“In working with Charles of Accelerated Performance Group over this past year, I have gained much greater insight into my strengths and greater sensitivity to my challenges. With his guidance and support, we are creating an engaged and focused workforce with a shared vision and mission. ” 

- CEO

Leadership experts

Accelerated Performance Group specializes in accurate assessments and successful integration of ‌insights with executive teams.

We offer leadership assessments for current leaders and candidates, executive coaching, executive search, private equity consulting, and comprehensive programs to accelerate leadership team effectiveness.