Clear Fork Group Advisory Board

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Strategic Expertise Driving Business Success

At Clear Fork Group, our Advisory Board is not just a network of experts—it is an active, results-driven team that provides real-world strategies to accelerate growth, strengthen leadership, and drive long-term business success.

Comprised of seasoned executives, industry leaders, and strategic advisors, our Advisory Board plays a critical role in shaping Clear Fork Group’s advisory services. Their collective expertise strengthens our ability to guide clients through complex business challenges, high-growth transitions, and strategic decision-making.

Meet Our Advisory Board Members

Mike O'Neill

Area of Expertise: Strategic Alliances, Partner Sales, Business Development

Professional Background: Vice President of Partner Sales at Box, former President of Indirect Sales at Micro Focus, and leadership roles at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, EMC, and NetApp.
Key Contributions: Expertise in multi-level partnerships, strategic alliances, and sales enablement, bringing a deep understanding of enterprise IT sales and channel ecosystems.

Mike Hawkins

Area of Expertise: Executive Coaching, Business Strategy, Leadership Development

Professional Background: President of Alpine Link Corporation, industry thought leader on leadership, consultative selling, and business improvement. Held executive roles in global consulting and systems integration companies.
Key Contributions: Extensive experience coaching C-level executives, optimizing sales performance, and transforming leadership teams in Fortune 1️000 and mid-size companies.

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Kevin Stadtler

Area of Expertise: Investment Strategy, Financial Management, Venture Capital

Professional Background: Founder and Principal of Stadtler Capital, managing public and private investments for institutions, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals. Former portfolio manager at Kleinheinz Capital Partners.
Key Contributions: Provides financial advisory expertise, capital strategy, and investment insight for high-growth companies looking to scale effectively.

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Tom Ament

Area of Expertise: Sales Leadership, Business Turnaround, Partner Management

Professional Background: Former executive at EDS, VCE, Arvato Bertelsmann, and Micro Focus, leading high-performing sales teams and enterprise partnerships.
Key Contributions: Proven ability to turn around underperforming businesses, align strategic partnerships, and accelerate revenue growth in complex technology markets.

Aqil Ansari

Area of Expertise: Partner Ecosystem Development, AI, Enterprise 5G, SD-WAN

Professional Background: Leader of Partner Ecosystem at Clear Fork Group and Dallas Chapter President of the Applied AI Association. Former director at Ericsson, ngena, AT&T, HPE, and Cisco, specializing in strategic partnerships.
Key Contributions: Expertise in ecosystem management, innovation strategy, and global partnerships, helping companies drive business expansion and market penetration.

David Peterson

David Peterson is a seasoned enterprise software sales and talent acquisition executive with over three decades of experience driving growth and innovation in the IT and service management sectors. As a certified ServiceNow and ITIL professional, David has been instrumental in delivering transformative ServiceNow solutions across the Central and Southwest U.S. markets.

David’s career includes leadership roles at industry-leading firms such as ServiceNow, BMC Software, and IBM, where he consistently exceeded sales objectives, built high-performing teams, and played a pivotal role in expanding market presence.

During his tenure at BMC Software, he hired and developed over 150 sales professionals, helping scale the North American sales organization. As a Senior Account Representative, he achieved historic milestones, including the largest sale, quarterly attainment, and annual attainment in company history, earning multiple top-performer recognitions.

At IBM, David specialized in enterprise technology sales, consistently exceeding revenue targets and earning multiple Hundred Percent Club and Leadership Club awards. His ability to align technology solutions with business needs, coupled with his expertise in recruiting and developing top sales talent, makes him a strategic asset to high-growth organizations.

As an Advisory Board Member of Clear Fork Group, David provides strategic guidance on sales enablement, partner ecosystem development, and executive hiring strategies. His deep industry knowledge and proven track record of success contribute to Clear Fork Group’s mission of helping companies accelerate growth and scale effectively.

Why Our Advisory Board Matters

Industry Leadership: Our advisors have built and led high-growth organizations, providing clients with proven playbooks to accelerate their own success.
Strategic Insights: We help executives make informed decisions backed by decades of expertise in revenue growth, business transformation, and investment strategy
Enterprise & Startup Experience: Our advisory team understands both enterprise-level complexity and the agility required to scale startups efficiently
Trusted Network: We provide access to high-value partnerships, funding opportunities, and a curated network of top executives and investors.

Work With Clear Fork Group’s Advisory Board

Let’s build a strategy for success together. Whether you need an active advisory board, strategic mentorship, or expert insights, we’re ready to help.