IGNITING TRANSFORMATION
Formerly Transformational Leadership Academy
Transform yourself and your organization through executive coaching, professional development, and leadership training that creates lasting impact. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, serving leaders throughout Northeast Ohio and nationwide.
Ranked #2 — Top Executive Team Offsite Facilitators in Ohio (2026) ↗
Executive coaching is a personalized development partnership that helps leaders sharpen strategic thinking, develop executive presence, and amplify organizational impact. Steve Weiss is an ICF ACC Credentialed, Level 2 Certified Executive Coach based in Cleveland, Ohio with 30+ years of leadership experience. He offers executive coaching, team coaching, leadership assessments, and strategic planning services throughout Northeast Ohio and virtually nationwide.
Comprehensive leadership development services from Cleveland, Ohio.
A scenario-based assessment that measures how culinary and hospitality leaders lead under pressure and turn insight into action.
Comprehensive leadership development for individuals in reentry and from disadvantaged backgrounds, plus organizations, nonprofits, and programs that serve these communities through executive coaching, team development, and leadership training.
Trusted credentials from leading coaching organizations
Real transformations from leaders who have experienced the power of executive coaching.
Catalis Leadership has received 11 verified client testimonials from executives, managers, and leaders across various industries including healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, and professional services. Clients consistently report improved leadership skills, better communication, and transformational career growth after working with Steve Weiss, ICF ACC Credentialed, Level 2 Certified Executive Coach.
Executive Director at Unheard Voices Outreach
“I feel that this is one of the first workshops I've done to actually have an impact. Tomorrow I have staff meetings and I'm going to implement some of the things I learned today.”
Founder and CEO at Edwins Leadership & Restaurant Institute
“Steve's training and coaching are a powerful model... He quickly builds trust and enables students to face triggers and challenges that once held them back.”
Director of Inclusive Hiring at Center for Employment Opportunities
“Working with Steve has helped me lead with greater clarity and confidence. He doesn't just offer advice; he helps you uncover your own answers and translate your values into action as a leader.”
Assistant Manager
“Steve is a phenomenal leadership coach. He has given me tools to communicate well with others in the workplace—scenarios to help me be ready for any situation that may arise, how to deal with stress and anxiety while working with others in a fast-paced environment, and how to deal effectively with teammates.”
Program Graduate
“This course helped me build trust and teamwork... It changed the way I work with my team and approach situations. Steve's genuine care made a huge difference. I've gained confidence in my leadership skills.”
Manager
“Steve helped me use nonviolent communication, stay calm, and lead by example—skills that improved my teamwork at work and in life.”
Workshop Participant
“Learning about the growth mindset was a turning point for me. I've started accepting feedback more openly in all areas of my life. One word to describe it: Inspiring.”
Course Graduate
“The most impactful lesson was understanding the difference between transactional and transformational leadership. Transformational leadership is about living your values, earning respect, and inspiring others through your actions... This course gave me a growth mindset and boosted my confidence.”
Course Graduate
“The lesson on fixed mindset vs. growth mindset made a lasting impact... The one lesson that will stick with me forever is to never stop growing in the mind. I feel confident in my leadership abilities, and I would 100% recommend this course.”
Chef at Edwins Graduate
“This course taught me the importance of evaluating my feelings and how to actively listen to really understand others. I've already started using these skills in real life. I feel much more confident in my leadership.”
Program Graduate
“Steve taught me a lot about transformational leadership and how to be a leader not only in a culinary environment but at any workplace and at home... I know how to use my words, and I know how to communicate.”
Fresh perspectives and strategies to elevate your leadership.
Most leadership assessments measure the wrong thing entirely — they test who you are, not what actually matters when your team is falling apart.
Why do Navy SEAL breathing techniques outperform screaming when your kitchen implodes? The leadership secrets that separate pros from pretenders.
When the power cut out at a refugee camp with 200 hungry mouths to feed, one chef's leadership turned disaster into culinary magic using just scraps.
The fastest leaders often make the worst decisions. In 2026, make the resolution no one wants: slow down. Learn why pausing before responding, protecting thinking time, and being truly present transforms reactive survival into intentional leadership.
Why do 70% of your team members carry invisible wounds that could derail your leadership strategy? The neuroscience behind workplace trauma reveals shocking...
The Navy's crash course for admirals just found its way behind America's busiest bars—and the leadership lessons are intoxicating.
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Start your leadership journey with a complimentary discovery session. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, Steve Weiss serves executives throughout Northeast Ohio and nationwide. Let's explore how coaching can help you achieve your goals.
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