Steve Gahler is the CEO/Founder of RENAISSANCE, a life and legacy coaching and consulting practice guiding individuals and organizations in 'bridging the gap' between current reality & ideal vision, being successful & having significance, functioning in routine & leaving a meaningful legacy.

As a LIFE & LEGACY COACH, Steve helps his clients embrace the idea that we only get “one shot at life” and empowers them to discover and unlock a new sense of freedom, power, and impact by living with fearless authenticity. This transformation enables them to re-imagine life and rewrite legacy to match their ideal vision and values.

As a CONSULTANT, Steve partners with purpose-driven businesses and executives to drive growth through his unique strategy expertise, drawing on 25 years of C-Suite and Senior Executive experience, specializing in revenue generation, P&L management, and team leadership.

His dynamic background spans a spectrum of companies and roles, from Fortune 500s to startups in media, digital marketing, and technology, including companies like CBS, FOX, IMG, and Roku. He has a proven track record of transforming sales and marketing divisions, transitioning conventional business models into emerging ones, and steering companies toward newfound success.

Steve's educational background includes a degree in I/O Psychology from the University of Minnesota, Executive Certification in Digital Marketing from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern, and a CPC (Certified Professional Coach) credential from ICF-accredited CTA.

“My clients are typically successful but at a crossroads - and wake up saying something like, ‘you know, I only get one shot at life and I’m not living it to it’s full potential - personally, professionally, or spiritually.’ All of which means, they’re not creating the legacy they desire..”