David Ackert

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ABOUT DAVID ACKERT

CEO | Business Development Strategist | Bestselling and Award-Winning AuthorI’m the Co-Founder & CEO of PipelinePlus where we help professional services firms accelerate revenue through business development strategy, training, tech-enabled coaching, and executive roundtables.Over the past two decades, I’ve pioneered BD solutions that empower professionals to build stronger client relationships, close more deals, and drive sustainable growth.Achievements Industry Recognition – Our programs have won multiple Your Honor Awards in the U.S. and Canada. Technology Innovation – Our PipelinePlus Tracker software was featured in NLJ’s “Technologies on the Rise.” Global Impact – My team has trained professionals in hundreds of firms worldwide. I\'ve spoken at partner retreats, industry conferences, and top universities, including USC, UCLA, and Carnegie Mellon. Bestselling Author – The Short List: How to Drive Business Development by Focusing on the People Who Matter Most (Greenleaf). Gold Winner of the 2025 Nonfiction Book Awards. Also published in the Wall Street Journal, the Los Angeles Times, the National Review, the Daily Journal, The American Lawyer, Above the Law, The Recorder, and the Los Angeles Business Journal and many other media.What We Do at PipelinePlusWe help professional services firms turn BD strategies into measurable growth. Our solutions include: BD Coaching & Training – Programs designed to help professionals become more confident and effective in business development. PipelinePlus Software – A tech-enabled companion to BD coaching that helps professionals identify, organize, and pursue leads. Executive Roundtables – Curated discussions that foster meaningful connections and insights among key decision-makers.Why It MattersBusiness development isn’t just about winning clients—it’s about systematically building lasting relationships that drive long-term success. We help firms: Strengthen client engagement Develop a culture of BD excellence Increase pipeline visibility & accountability Enhance cross-selling & collaborationWho We HelpWe work with law firms, consulting firms, accounting firms, and other professional services organizations looking to: Improve BD performance Implement scalable, tech-enabled BD strategies Build stronger client relationships & referral networks Drive measurable revenue growthConnect with me on LinkedInVisit us at PipelinePlus.com