Chief Operating Officer
Collective54
Introducing Jeff Klaumann, the visionary Chief Operating Officer behind Collective 54, a journey that began when the concept was nothing more than a nascent idea in 2020. As the helm of this mastermind community, Jeff orchestrates the entire spectrum of operations to realize the organization’s business objectives. He commands the respect of various teams, including sales, account management, product management, finance, HR, and IT, all of whom report to him. His pivotal role revolves around translating the overarching vision of the business into tangible results.
Jeff’s career journey commenced as a sales representative at Gateway Computers, where he laid the foundation for his illustrious career in business. Armed with an MBA from the Bloch School of Business at the University of Missouri – Kansas City and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Marketing from the University of Nebraska, Jeff’s academic background has been instrumental in shaping his professional path. Notably, he fondly recalls the impact of the New Venture Creation class during his MBA program, an experience that instilled in him a profound understanding of business ideation, entrepreneurship, and venture funding.
In the realm of professional accomplishments, Jeff’s crowning achievement stands as the founding and nurturing of Collective 54, a remarkable journey that saw an idea metamorphose into a thriving community. Witnessing the transformation of members, as they realize lifechanging wealth through the sale of their firms, has been an incredibly rewarding aspect of his career. Helping his team grow professionally, be successful, and develop into great leaders fulfills Jeff’s desire to have an impact beyond himself. On a personal front, Jeff undertook the monumental task of restoring a vintage car over two years. This endeavor allowed him to harness his mechanical aptitude, test his limits, and make countless decisions, culminating in a unique and personalized masterpiece. Jeff’s connection with Pragmatic Marketing has been instrumental in his career, equipping him with skills in product management, customer needs analysis, budget management, and sales forecasting, all of which have been vital in his entrepreneurial and COO roles. His parting wisdom, rooted in the belief of seizing lucky breaks and making the most of life, serves as an inspirational beacon for all.