Zeke Czekanski
Driving Growth, Culture, and Value Creation
- Co-founded and exited 2 successful agencies – JK Associates and Citrus Health Group (CHG)
- Scaled CHG from $7 MM to $31 MM in a 3-year period
- Built trusted, long-standing partnerships with large pharmaceutical and innovative biotech companies
- Continues to serve on the CHG Board of Directors advising on growth, acquisitions, and client expansion – 4 deals closed in a 2-year period
- Known for building exceptional workplace cultures and inspiring high-performing teams
Leadership in Life Sciences & Healthcare
Zeke is a seasoned executive and growth strategist with a strong record of launching, scaling, and selling innovative life sciences businesses.
As Co-Founder of Citrus Health Group (CHG), he shaped the company’s strategic direction and drove its rapid growth and client expansion. Today, he continues to serve on the CHG Board of Directors, advising on M&A, relationship development, and growth strategy.
His career has included senior roles at Merck & Co., Cardinal Health, JK Associates, and Fishawack Group (now Avalere), providing him with deep expertise in commercialization, medical communications, and operational execution. He brings a blend of strategic vision, scientific fluency, and cultural leadership that consistently delivers measurable results.
Leadership Philosophy
Zeke brings a human-centered and impact-driven approach to every engagement. Guided by the belief that “We will be the best part of our clients’ day,” he leads with care, accountability, and the motivation to exceed expectations. His approach ignites teams, strengthens culture, and drives sustained organizational performance.
Personal
An avid cyclist and traveler, Zeke enjoys staying active, exploring new places and opportunities, along with spending time with his family.

John “Zeke” Czekanski
CEO / Managing Partner
Professional Affiliations & Education
Member of the International Society of Medical Publication Professionals (ISMPP) & Medical Affairs Professional Society (MAPs)
Visiting Faculty: Lehigh University’s Baker Institute for Entrepreneurship, Creativity & Innovation
B.S. in Finance, Lehigh University
