Stephanie Werren

With over 20 years of experience in leadership development, I bring energy, strategy, and purpose to every individual and team I work with. As a Gallup-Certified Strengths and Engagement Coach and former Vice President of Leadership Stark County, I’ve helped hundreds of individuals—from high school students to C-suite executives—unlock their full potential by discovering and maximizing their innate strengths.

Whether I’m facilitating a board retreat, leading a team workshop, presenting a keynote or offering one-on-one coaching, my goal is the same: to help people understand what makes them great, and how to bring more of that greatness to their work, relationships, and communities.

I’ve worked extensively with both nonprofit and for-profit organizations, helping leaders and teams understand that strengths-based development is not just about personal insight—it’s a transformational approach that drives productivity, engagement, and real connection. Recognizing and leaning into your natural talents isn’t just a feel-good exercise; it’s the foundation for better leadership, stronger teams, and greater impact.

My Top 5 Strengths

• Activator – I’m wired for momentum. I help teams and individuals move from insight to action—fast.

• Positivity – I bring energy and optimism to every room, creating spaces where people feel seen, encouraged, and capable.

• Maximizer – Good is never good enough. I help people take what’s already working and elevate it to the next level.

• Woo – I build rapport quickly and authentically, connecting with diverse people and making them feel comfortable and engaged.

• Adaptability – I thrive in dynamic settings, staying grounded and flexible as I meet people exactly where they are.

I use each of these strenths daily. They guide how I build relationships, how I work and how I create meaningful learning experiences. I know what it feels like to be energized and productive, and I want that same spark for you and your team.

Let’s Work Together

Whether you’re looking for a one-time team workshop, an ongoing leadership development series, a keynote or individual coaching, I tailor every experience to meet your goals and culture. I also offer multi-generational programs and have other certifications that compliment the Gallup workspace. I value the Gallup platform and have invested in their cascade reporting system which gives my clients access to additional data and reports.  

A Bit About Me

I’m based in NE Ohio and spend as much time outside as I can with my dog Daisy, walking, gardening and enjoying Ohio weather when I can. I love group workouts at the Y (shoutout to my YMCA crew!), and with my daughters in California and DC and my son in Chicago, I travel every chance I get. I’m a binge-watcher, a book lover (thank you Libby app), and a surprisingly good interior painter—probably because it satisfies all my strengths at once. Community has always been important to me so I continue to serve on regional and local non-profit boards.  

Lastly, I deeply value my lifelong friendships and family—they’ve grounded me, supported me, and added laughter to every season of life. They remind me why connection is at the heart of everything I do.

Let’s connect and discover how your strengths can power your growth.