Jim Connolly

Jim Connolly and Dr. Renee Gordon are a dynamic husband-and-wife team dedicated to helping leaders, teams, and organizations grow. Jim is a high-performance executive coach, founder of CEO Chef Consulting, and creator of cooking-based leadership programs used by Fortune 500 companies. A former executive chef and co-owner of a five-star, Zagat-rated restaurant, he blends culinary expertise with practical leadership insight. Dr. Renee is a respected relationship strategist, speaker, and bestselling author known for helping leaders build trust, connection, and emotional intelligence. Together, they combine behavioral science, coaching, and experiential learning to transform how people communicate, collaborate, and lead. They live in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where they continue teaching, writing, and inspiring change.