Steve Gutzler

Steve Gutzler is the President of Leadership Quest, a Seattle-based Leadership Development company. He is a dynamic speaker who has delivered over 2500 presentations to a diverse group of clients including Pandora Radio, Microsoft, Starbucks, Boeing, Cisco, and Starwood Corporation. He is known for his ability to communicate clear leadership and business strategies with humor and insight, which has made him a highly regarded figure in his field.

Steve believes that every keynote presentation should be transformative and inspire leadership. He is passionate about presenting on high-performance Emotional Intelligence for Leadership and Unleash the Leader Inside of You to groups ranging from 50 to over 5000 attendees. With over 26 years of experience, he consistently engages and inspires audiences with his messages of leadership, achievement, and success.

Having coached and trained CEOs, Presidents, professional athletes, and world-class organizations, Steve has built a solid reputation as an authority on high-performance leadership and emotional intelligence. His work in these areas is recognized globally for its impact and effectiveness. Steve is also a regular guest on TV and radio and was voted #1 by the readership of Huffington Post as the Most Inspirational Leader on Social Media.

A published author on leadership and Emotional Intelligence, Steve's books are widely read and appreciated. His book "Splash: 10 Remarkable Traits to Build Momentum in Life and Leadership" has been influential in helping many improve their personal and professional lives. He resides near Seattle with his wife Julie and enjoys spending time with their three adult children and four grandchildren.