Steve Banis
I help leaders face hard truths, set priorities, and build businesses that let them step out of the day-to-day and focus on what matters most.
30+ Years of Real-World Business Experience
I am a Certified EOS Implementer who has spent over three decades building, leading, and advising businesses across industries. I'm not a consultant - although I'll share what I see - but am coach and facilitator who has lived the hard lessons firsthand.
I bring a direct, no-nonsense approach to every engagement. I'll ask the questions you might be avoiding, surface the issues you're dancing around, and keep everyone accountable to the vision you set together.
Industry Experience
- Wealth Management & Insurance
- Business & Tech Services
- Manufacturing and Distribution
- Nonprofits
Regions I Meet My Clients
- Albany, NY
- Boston, MA
- Washington, DC
- SW Missouri / NW Arkansas
- Virtually — anywhere
THE 3 UNIQUES
Grit
Steve has navigated three market crashes, built companies from scratch, and made the hard calls most leaders avoid. He brings that earned resilience into every session.
Grounded
No jargon. No fluff. Steve keeps every conversation anchored in reality — what's actually happening in your business, not what you wish were true.
Truth
Steve will tell you what you need to hear, not what you want to hear. That directness is what creates real breakthroughs for leadership teams.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
What It's Like to Implement EOS With Steve
“We're a unique business, but Steve got us right away. No matter what we throw at him, he stays focused on our vision and moves us forward with steady guidance, clarity, and flexibility.”
RJ Long
Managing Partner, Coldwell Banker Prime Properties
“Steve has a gift for cutting through the noise. He helped us get aligned as a leadership team faster than I thought possible. The accountability we built in six months changed everything.”
Jeremiah Leiter
CEO, Acoustic Research Systems
“I was skeptical about EOS at first. Steve made it real and practical for our team. He doesn't let you hide behind excuses — and that's exactly what we needed.”
Pate Shumaker
CEO and Co-Owner, Battery Outfitters
“Working with Steve is like having a trusted advisor who has seen it all. He brings calm to the chaos and keeps our leadership team focused on what actually matters.”
Louis Ciliberti
CEO, Louis C. Ciliberti and Associates
HOW TO GET STARTED
Four Simple Steps
Getting started with EOS is straightforward. Here's what the process looks like.
Book a Free Intro Call
We spend 30 minutes getting to know each other. You'll learn about EOS and I'll learn about your business.
90-Minute Meeting
We bring your leadership team together for a focused session to assess where you are and where you want to go.
Focus Day
Your team gets aligned on your core values, core focus, and the foundational tools of EOS.
Quarterly & Annual Sessions
We meet regularly to review progress, solve issues, and keep your business on track toward your 10-year target.