MEET OUR
HERD
UNIFIED BY THE
INTO THE STORM
MINDSET
Buffalo have been observed to handle storms differently than any other creature. They instinctively turn towards the storm, charging into and through it, knowing that even if uncomfortable or downright painful at first, they’ll reach better weather faster by facing it head on.
Contrast this with how cows react to a storm, standing in place, hiding, or moving in the opposite direction. If you’ve driven east on the freeway during a storm, you can probably relate to what cows experience, it’s as if the storm is chasing you, prolonging your time in pain.
In our experience, those who avoid their challenges never really break through to new levels of performance or results, while those who charge through their proverbial storms often achieve better outcomes faster.
That’s why the buffalo is our mascot. Into The Storm is a metaphor for courageous leadership, something we believe to be at the center of the healthiest cultures. It is a mindset, something powerful that we are determined to share with as many people as possible.
An Anti-Consultant Approach and a Pretty Big Promise
We never want clients to feel locked in to something if their needs change and are committed to operating how we’d want an outside party to partner with us. No contracts or retainers, a session-day pricing model, cancel anytime.
Client invoices aren't due until the end of a scheduled session-day. If you don’t see value, don’t pay us a dime and don’t move forward. It’s that simple.
Meet the Experts that Discover, Engage, and Grow Leaders
Ron Kaminski
Kolbe A: 2-4-9-3 Working Genius: Discernment + Galvanizing
Founder, Visionary, & Expert EOS Implementer®
Our Founder & Expert EOS Implementer®
As an entrepreneur, he is the owner and Visionary of CultureShoc. Ron's client list ranges from World Shipping, Acutec and Bravo Wellness to rapidly growing Inc. 5000 companies. Named Honoree of Northeast Ohio’s Smart 50 Award for top executives in 2017, I have served as board member of Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) Cleveland and U.S. Central Chapters and EO Global.
In his free time, he enjoys time with his family of six, either baking pizzas in the backyard, paddling on Lake Erie, or taking vacations around the globe.
Email | [email protected]
EOS Site | Link
LinkedIn | Profile
Joe
Haddad
Kolbe A: 8-7-2-3 Working Genius: Enablement + Tenacity
Integrator & #2 Forum Leader
Integrator & #2 Forum Leader
He was a graduate from Miami University (OH), with a double major in Accounting & Finance. He obtained a Master's of Accountancy from Miami University (OH) , and became a Certified Public Accountant and Auditor for Ernst & Young shortly after. He left Ernst & Young in 2006 to continue co-leading a company he founded in 2003, while a college student, called University Tees.
Today, Joe is the Fractional Integrator at CultureShoc. He's also leading The #2 Forum where he helps COO's, Integrators and second-in-command leaders elevate their leadership skills.
Joe Haddad is currently very happily married and has four children. He enjoys coaching them in youth & travel sports, hiking, swimming any taking joy in their interests. He also serves on boards for a number of non-profits.
Email | [email protected]
LinkedIn | Profile
Pete Honsberger
Kolbe A: 6-3-7-4 Working Genius: Enablement + Discernment
Lead ITS Coach & Facilitator
Lead ITS Coach & Facilitator
Drawing on experience as a small business partner, Fortune 500 team building facilitator, and a former collegiate athlete, Pete helps teams and individuals adopt CultureShoc’s ITS Mindset to improve their performance.
An author or two books, he holds a Master’s Degree in Communications from John Carroll University. In his free time, Pete enjoys spending time with his wife, Jenna, and daughter, Kali, at their home in the Cleveland area, as well as exercising and writing.
Email | [email protected]
LinkedIn | Profile
Speaker Page | Download
Joe
Jurec
Kolbe A: 5-3-9-2 Working Genius: Galvanizing + Invention
Growth Leader
Growth Leader
He and his wife spent their 20's relocating every 6-18 months for leadership roles with Sony Electronics and Sears before moving back home to Cleveland to start a family. Since 2016, been involved with a variety of industries and functions in a more entrepreneurial space, leading Sales & Marketing at a trading firm for energy industry assets and serving as the Managing Director of two SaaS companies.
Joe raves about how grateful he is for his team at CultureShoc for introducing him to The EOS Life, offering him a system and common language, and enabling him to grow into the most authentic version of himself as a leader on the team.
Fascinated by emerging technology, be ready for some fast talk in volume if you mention AI, automation, gig economy or digital marketing tools.
Email | [email protected]
LinkedIn | Profile
Jim Tennant
Kolbe A: 5-3-8-4 Working Genius: Invention + Discernment
Professional EOS Implementer®
Professional EOS Implementer®
Now as a Professional EOS Implementer® along with being a Six Sigma Black Belt, Lean manufacturing expert, and a past Vistage member, Jim can help align your team and clarify business operations to institutionalize financial, cultural, and personal success.
An avid traveler, amateur “foodie” and woodworking enthusiast, Jim is always on the go with his wife, children and grandchildren.
Email | [email protected]
EOS Site | Link
LinkedIn | Profile
Speaker Page | Download
Kimberly
Dyer
Kolbe A: 8-6-4-2 Working Genius: Tenacity + Discernment
Certified EOS Implementer®
Certified EOS Implementer®
When she’s not with clients, Kimberly loves working with nonprofit boards and their leadership teams to bring about organizational and operational improvement. To fulfill their love of travel and culture, Kimberly and her family have been to six different continents, all while never losing a piece of luggage!
Email | [email protected]
EOS Site | Link
LinkedIn | Profile
Liz
Simon
Kolbe A: 2-4-9-3 Working Genius: Discernment + Galvanizing
Operations & Planning
Operations & Planning
Having been a fitness coach and podcast host, Liz brings another level to the ITS Coaching Program at CultureShoc. Sharing her experiences along with her focus on alignment of Head, Words and Heart, she has helped clients move forward with a growth mindset.
Liz holds a Bachelors Degree from Grand Canyon University but her biggest accomplishment is managing the chaos of her 4 children.
Email | [email protected]
LinkedIn | Profile
Amy Eldridge
Kolbe A: 8-7-2-4 Working Genius: Enablement + Tenacity
Coordination & Scheduling
Coordination & Planning
Email | [email protected]
One Simple Focus
Regardless of service or industry, our approach to mastery of engagement is the same. We get to know the companies and the work cultures of our clients. Whether it's a one-time event or an ongoing relationship, everything we do is to systematically and purposefully help our clients create winning cultures. And every interaction is with intent to align teams on a deeper level to drive performance.
OUR CORE VALUES
Not just something on a break room wall.
Like the healthy organizations we work with and guide, we keep ourselves accountable and aligned by leveraging these four values as a filter for all decision-making.
Be A Buffalo.
You probably get it by now. Whether with team members or with clients, regardless of the initial discomfort or pain, this belief persists. By addressing issues and opportunities head-on, we'll reach a better outcome, faster.
Uncommon Leadership.
Lead authentically, without ego, from wherever you are. We embrace the fact that there's no single mold for a peak leader, advertising our principles through our actions and showing up as ourselves in every interaction creates space for others to do the same.
Relentless Growth.
When something is uncomfortable it means you're moving in the right direction. We recognize that a learner mindset is one of the strongest attributes to maintain, exhibiting a blend of confidence with humility by constantly seeking out wisdom from others and challenging ourselves to see things from other angles. Never complacent, always moving forward.
Own Success.
Courageous leaders default to ownership in all situations. From owning your own experience in life and work to people issues and company results, we recognize our part to play first. Far more likely to be pulled back than pushed forward, we're intentional, reflective, and proactive in taking initiative.
A SPACE BUILT FOR YOUR TEAM'S PROGRESS
TRACTION® Leadership Center
The right environment matters, which is why we built Traction Leadership Center as a hub for Entrepreneurs and their Teams.
Located 20 minutes West of Downtown Cleveland by Crocker Park, our distraction-free workspace has multiple session rooms, breakout rooms for 1-on-1's, a recording studio, and has been crafted to maximize team chemistry (and some good ol' productive conflict).
PROUD TO BE PARTNERED WITH
Keep up to date with our newsletter
Our newsletter delivers valuable content directly to your inbox, including articles, case studies, expert interviews, and exclusive tips to help you build a high-performing culture and drive your organization's success. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain a competitive edge in today's fast-paced business landscape.
Thank You, we'll see you in your inbox!