Peter Howley
Peter A. Howley is a serial entrepreneur with unprecedented
successful experience in building high growth disruptive technology
and service companies in a broad array of industries including
telecom, mobile, healthcare, social media and various internet
sectors. As Chairman of The Howley Management Group he
works closely with Entrepreneurs, CEO’s and Boards to turn good
ideas into great fast growing sustainable businesses.
“It would be hard to find an advisor with a broader depth of experience, and
more integrity, than Peter Howley. When I needed no-nonsense straight shooting
advice, I always thought to call him first.” Steve O’Neil, Founder of ITC ThinkLink
Peter Howley has the unusual reputation, even in Silicon Valley, for making good things
happen fast. He has the distinction of accelerating a disruptive Silicon Valley venturebacked
company, quickly leading it through an IPO and later acquisition, into the pages
of American business history as CEO. Centex Telemanagement was recognized as one
of the fastest growing, best managed, most profitable companies in both good and bad
economies in America. Howley initiated an innovative and successful business culture that
retains a magical cult status within customer service focused companies such as Zappos.
Mr. Howley joined the founders of Exodus Communications at its inception. He advised
and served on the Board through IPO until June 2000. Exodus still holds a NASDAQ
record for 13 consecutive quarters of greater than 40% revenue growth.
“Great guy and huge reason why Exodus succeeded.”
Craig Buda, Senior Sales Executive
Later as the Co-founder and CEO of IPWireless, Inc., Howley raised more than $120
million in venture capital. His leadership was instrumental in the company’s successful
growth and acquisition by Nextwave.
“Pete has the rare ability to provide broad strategic advice matched with
keen insight on the operational details that keep new ventures afloat and all
stakeholders engaged and encouraged. This was crucial to my early success at
SOS Wireless. Pete comes by these talents the old fashioned way; through a great
education, tremendous experience, brainpower, and a hefty dose of practicality.”
Gene Russell, President and CEO, SOS Wireless, Inc.
Mr. Howley frequently speaks to business and students groups. He recently co-authored
the best seller “TrendSetters: The World’s Leading Experts Reveal Top Trends to Help
You Achieve Greater Health, Wealth & Success.” The National Academy of Best Selling
Authors honored him with the Golden Quill Award. He also appeared on America’s
Premier Experts television show.