Steve's passion is helping individuals and teams discover the power of leadership. A dynamic, engaging facilitator, he works to develop in senior executives, mid-level managers, and front line supervisors the leadership skills necessary to foster collaborative environments, encouraging associates to commit their best effort and creativity to the organization's mission. He has delivered experiential-based leadership and team-building programs to all size firms throughout the United States and in several foreign countries.

Steve's own management experience gives credibility and practicality to his training and consulting. At the Kroger Company for 18 years, he held various management positions including the role of divisional human resources director, in which he was a key member of the executive team responsible for the P&L success of 90 retail stores, warehouse, and transportation fleet. Steve also served as Kroger's corporate director of management education and development.

Steve earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Ohio State University and completed graduate studies at Central Michigan University.