About Steve

I'm a Los Angeles based executive coach, strategist, and former operator who spent nearly a decade in leadership at Amazon, followed by C-level roles (CEO, COO, and President) at multiple venture-backed startups—some of which were acquired by Pandora, Eventbrite, and Five Below.

I've built businesses, led teams, and scaled systems—while experiencing firsthand when success outpaces alignment. Today, I work with high-performing leaders ready for something deeper: more clarity, presence, and a more human way to lead. I also help organizations navigate the intersection of strategy, transformation, and emerging technologies like AI.

Why I Do This Work

I've led billion-dollar businesses, scaled and sold startups, and know the pressure that comes with being at the top. I've also had to wind companies down—sometimes just as quickly as I built them. This gives me unique insight into the weight leaders carry when responsible for everything.

This work began with my own search for clarity, purpose, and leadership that didn't cost me my energy or identity. That path led me here: helping leaders recalibrate from within to build with alignment, not just ambition.

I believe when a leader transforms, the ripple effect is exponential—impacting not just business outcomes, but culture, well-being, and daily experience of everyone around them.

Steve’s Offerings

Executive Leadership Coaching

Personalized coaching for leaders seeking both professional effectiveness and deeper purpose. Drawing on my experience leading billion-dollar businesses at Amazon and C-level roles at venture-backed startups, I help executives navigate complex challenges while staying aligned with their values. Coaching partnerships typically span 6-12 months with bi-weekly meetings and ad-hoc check-ins.

Our work together includes:

  • Strategic decision-making and organizational impact

  • Leadership presence and authentic communication

  • Building high-performing teams and cultures

  • Navigating transitions and inflection points

For leaders who want to elevate their impact while creating meaningful alignment in their work.

Strategic Team Alignment

Customized sessions and offsites for leadership teams navigating change, growth phases, or strategic shifts. I combine operational leadership experience with proven facilitation techniques to help teams gain clarity and momentum.

Offerings include:

  • Strategic planning and vision alignment

  • Executive team cohesion building

  • Culture and values implementation

  • Change management facilitation

For leadership teams seeking to strengthen their collective impact and build healthy, high-performing cultures.

AI for Executives

Practical training and strategy development for executives navigating the AI transformation. As both a former tech executive and current practitioner, I help leaders understand AI's implications while developing a balanced implementation approach.

Programs cover:

  • AI literacy for senior leaders (no technical background required)

  • Strategic frameworks for AI adoption

  • Preparing teams for technological transformation

  • Ethical considerations and responsible implementation

For forward-thinking leaders who want to leverage AI while preserving human connection and organizational values.