
“Every Epic Climb Starts With One Bold Step.”
I’m Guy Longworth
Growth Expert and Executive Coach
Are you an ambitious, high-integrity CEO, Founder, or C-level leader?
Are you facing complex growth or leadership challenges?
If so, you’re in the right place.
I blend the art of simplifying complexities with visionary, strategic thinking.
Through a holistic approach that delivers game-changing results, I transform uncertainty into clarity and untapped potential into remarkable growth.
I’ll help you craft and bring to life a game plan for long-term success, taking you from where you are now to where you want to be.
Whether you're leading a rapidly growing venture, turning around a company, or revitalizing a beloved brand, my 25 years of in-the-seat experience will guide and inspire you to deliver game-changing results and extraordinary business and leadership outcomes.
Ready to climb your mountain?

THE ANNAPURNA WAY
6 STEPS TO SUSTAINABLE PROFITABLE GROWTH
A holistic growth strategy framework designed to take your business from where it is now to where you want it to be.
THE ANNAPURNA WAY delivers game-changing results and enduring business success.
Lead Your Team To The Peak.
THE ANNAPURNA ELITE TEAM SUCCESS SYSTEM
6 STEPS TO PEAK TEAM PERFORMANCE
A holistic team performance framework designed to take you from where you are now to where you want to be.
THE ANNAPURNA ELITE TEAM SUCCESS SYSTEM builds trust and alignment and delivers the fulfillment that comes from shared team success.
Unlock Your Team’s Full Potential.
THE ANNAPURNA BRAND BLUEPRINT
6 STEPS TO CREATE YOUR OWNABLE FORCE OF ATTRACTION
A holistic brand building framework designed to take your brand from where it is now to where you want it to be.
THE ANNAPURNA BRAND BLUEPRINT delivers a transformative brand platform & extraordinary market impact.
Build Your Iconic Brand.
THE ANNAPURNA PEAK PROGRAM
6 STEPS TO UNLEASH YOUR FULL POTENTIAL
A holistic executive coaching framework designed to take you from where you are now to where you want to be.
THE ANNAPURNA PEAK PROGRAM maximizes your impact and delivers profound, lasting fulfillment.
Reach Your Peak.
Guy Longworth
“A holistic approach is required to deliver extraordinary business and leadership outcomes.”
I’M GUY LONGWORTH: YOUR EXPERT GUIDE
With 25 years of C-level and Board experience across Fortune 500, PE/VC backed, family-owned consumer and SMB businesses, I understand the challenges and pressures that come with the territory.
I am a recognized expert in growth strategy, team performance, executive coaching, and brand building with an extensive track record of delivering game-changing results, and extraordinary business and leadership outcomes.
My background spans multiple sectors, including CPG, technology, gaming, media, and SaaS, at notable companies including Sony PlayStation, Intuit, Kellogg’s, Farmers Business Network, and P&G.
At times, like most business leaders, I’ve felt stuck, overwhelmed, and uncertain how to move forward. I’ve experienced stress, self-doubt, and loneliness, and struggled to balance my professional and personal life.
Complex business and leadership challenges often felt like insurmountable mountains, and critical decisions had to be made with imperfect data—often without the guidance of a trusted advisor. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of the challenges leaders face, and have shaped my approach as I guide others on their journey.
As the Founder/CEO of Annapurna, I forge strategic partnerships with high-integrity CEOs, Founders, and C-level Leaders. Together, we navigate challenges, overcome obstacles, and achieve the most ambitious goals—creating enduring business success and profound lasting fulfillment.
My proprietary frameworks transform uncertainty into clarity and untapped potential into remarkable growth, leveraging a holistic approach that blends the art of simplifying complexities with visionary, strategic thinking.
If you’re ready to climb your mountain, an experienced guide can make all the difference.
WHY WORK WITH ME?
I produce game-changing results - and have a proven track record of delivering outstanding business, brand, and leadership outcomes across multiple consumer and SMB businesses - from PE-backed management buyouts and VC-backed technology startups to Fortune 500 companies and family owned enterprises.
I bring the right kind of experience - ‘in the seat’ for over 25 years as a highly successful CEO, CMO, strategic growth and brand consultant, board member, and certified high-performance executive coach.
I have the empathy - to help you successfully navigate the challenges and pressures of your high-stakes role as I’ve been in your shoes, trying to meet the sky-high expectations of key stakeholders.
I have world-class expertise - in leadership and professional development, growth strategy, brand building, and a wealth of invaluable practical know-how.
I have successfully worked with - Emerging Entrepreneurs, Family Business Stewards, Brand Visionaries and C-level Executives consistently delivering a 10x return on investment.
My innovative approaches - have catalyzed profitable growth for companies as diverse as Sony PlayStation, Quorn, Moveauto, Intuit, GoodHairDay, Kellogg’s, Farmers Business Network, LoveToKnow, Kraft Foods, Govnet, Neato Robotics, and Procter and Gamble.
Most importantly, I love this work - and know that every business leader needs support from a trusted guide. No one brings the complete set of experience and skills to meet all the challenges that must be faced. And nothing gives me more satisfaction than helping my clients realize enduring business success, profound professional fulfillment, and a life full of clarity, purpose, and passion.
WHY ANNAPURNA?
Guy at Annapurna Base Camp 13,550 Feet
In 1950, Maurice Herzog led a team of intrepid French explorers on an epic Nepalese journey, achieving the first-ever ascent of an 8,000-meter peak: Annapurna. This monumental feat marked a historic moment in mountaineering and exemplified extraordinary vision, strategic planning, leadership, courage, and teamwork.
During my own trek to Annapurna Base Camp at 13,550 feet in 1992, I was captivated by the awe-inspiring beauty of the towering mountains. It was then that I realized the deep parallel between the rigorous demands of mountaineering and the intricate process of building and leading successful businesses.
This revelation led me to name my strategic advisory and executive coaching firm Annapurna, symbolizing the pinnacle of success that can be achieved through:
Visionary Purpose and Identity
The name Annapurna represents a powerful vision inspired by the first ascent of an 8,000-meter peak. This achievement symbolizes visionary leadership and long-term commitment—qualities essential to building successful brands and businesses
Strategic Foresight and Risk Management
The journey to Annapurna's peak reflects the importance of strategic planning, meticulous preparation, and effective risk management. Just like climbers acclimate, map routes, and prepare for challenges, successful business leaders must devise well-structured strategies and processes while managing risk.
Outstanding Leadership, Teamwork, and Perseverance
The expedition to Annapurna was a testament to exceptional leadership, teamwork, and the resilience required to overcome extraordinary challenges. Leaders are responsible for guiding their teams with a common vision, adapting to changing conditions, and persevering through setbacks—ensuring both individuals and teams thrive on their ascent to success.
Maurice Herzog's book, Annapurna, is not just a testament to his mountaineering achievement but also a masterclass in leadership under extreme conditions.
His obituary further highlights his extraordinary accomplishments and the indomitable spirit required to lead such an endeavor.
At Annapurna, we imbue our approach with these same principles of leadership, teamwork and strategic planning, guiding clients to scale their own 'mountains' and achieve what may once have seemed impossible.