Helping You Align Your Vision, Strengthen Your Presence, and Lead with Impact
ICF-credentialed executive coach (ACC) and Certified Hogan Assessments Consultant serving leaders throughout Cleveland, Northeast Ohio, and nationwide.
When hiring an executive coach, look for ICF ACC certification (Associate Certified Coach), which requires 100+ hours of coach-specific training and demonstrates adherence to professional coaching standards. Additionally, specialized certifications like Hogan Assessments Consultant credentials indicate expertise in leadership assessment tools that provide data-driven insights for executive development. These credentials ensure your coach has both foundational coaching competencies and advanced assessment capabilities essential for transformational leadership coaching.
As an ICF ACC credentialed coach and Certified Hogan Assessments Consultant, I've invested extensively in my professional development because I believe executives deserve coaches who meet the highest industry standards. My 30+ years of executive leadership experience in nonprofit organizations, combined with these rigorous certifications, allows me to guide leaders through meaningful transformation with both proven methodologies and real-world understanding of leadership challenges.
Based in Cleveland, Ohio, Steve Weiss brings over 20 years of executive leadership in large, mission-driven nonprofit organizations. He has managed multi-million dollar budgets, built high-performing teams, and navigated complex stakeholder relationships across boards, staff, donors, political leaders, and community coalitions—shaping organizational vision through periods of substantial growth and change. Today, he serves leaders throughout Northeast Ohio, Columbus, Akron-Canton, and nationwide through virtual coaching.
His leadership spans advocacy, cross-cultural bridge-building, community organizing, and legislative work—building coalitions, driving systems change, and amplifying community voices. This unique blend of executive experience and grassroots advocacy is rooted in strong values and a commitment to transformation.
Today, as an International Coaching Federation (ICF) credentialed executive coach (ACC - Associate Certified Coach) and certified Hogan Assessments consultant, Steve partners with clients in Cleveland, throughout Ohio, and across the country to build skills, gain confidence, and lead with authenticity. His work is grounded in transformational leadership—the belief that true leadership is not just what we do, but a way of being in the world. When we grow as leaders, we grow as people, developing self-awareness, perspective, empathy, and the interpersonal skills that enable us to inspire others.
Steve's philosophy: The best leaders don't lead by telling people what to do—they lead by setting an example in their own lives and actions. Leadership isn't about roles or titles; it's about aligning your actions with your values, building strong relationships, and pursuing what matters with clarity and purpose.
After thirty years of leading organizations, I've learned that the most important work isn't strategic—it's personal. It's seeing something in someone before they see it in themselves.
I've watched people surprise themselves—step into roles they didn't think they were ready for, find their voice in rooms that intimidated them, become the leaders others turn to. Those moments are why I do this work.
I believe deeply in human potential—not as an abstraction, but as something I've witnessed again and again. Being that person for others is the most meaningful work I know.
Catalis (pronounced like “catalyst” without the T: CAT-uh-lis) reflects our core belief that effective coaching and leadership development serves as a catalyst — sparking transformation, accelerating growth, and igniting lasting success in leaders and organizations.
Inspiring Quote: “The best leaders don't lead by telling people what to do—they lead by setting an example in their own lives and actions.”
My coaching is trauma-informed, strengths-based, and rooted in partnership. I don't bring a formula—I bring curiosity, honest questions, and deep listening.
Whether you're stepping into a new executive role, navigating organizational change, or preparing for a major career transition, I help you build the skills to get there: executive presence, communication, decision-making, emotional intelligence, team building, and creating balance.
I coach through transition, challenge, and reinvention—helping you commit to and succeed in the changes that let you become your best. My focus is on clarity, confidence, and real alignment.
Backed by rigorous training and recognized credentials.
International Coaching Federation
Member of the world's largest organization of professionally trained coaches.
International Coaching Federation
ICF credential demonstrating foundational coaching competencies and professional standards.
Hogan Assessments
Certified to administer and debrief Hogan personality assessments for leadership development.
Center for Executive Coaching
Member of the Center for Executive Coaching, completing certification in Executive Coaching and PCC accreditation.
Better Business Bureau
Accredited by the Better Business Bureau, meeting their standards for trust.
Academy of Creative Coaching
Graduate of the Academy of Creative Coaching, certified in Executive Coaching, Leadership Coaching, Life Coaching, and Reentry Coaching.
Director of Inclusive Hiring, Center for Employment Opportunities
Testimonial: “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
Testimonial: “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.”
Book a free 30-minute discovery call to discuss your goals. Based in Cleveland, Ohio—serving leaders nationwide.
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