Leaders Are Not Born, They Are
BUILT.
Leadership Development and Personal Excellence.
Imagine seeing yourself
a few years from now—your net worth grew,
but you haven’t. You’re
still the same exact person.
We often think we’re making progress, but the truth is, most people find that they're not much different than a few years ago.
I’m not offering anything complex. My approach starts with an honest look at who you are and how you’re living your life, and then challenges you to author your next expression—a reality of a life worth living.
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Years Experience
Built and led multiple companies to successful exits
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Clients
Expanded my
company nationwide
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Employees
Offered my entire company executive leadership training opportunities.
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Award-Winning
Recognized as a #1 ranked "Best Place to Work"
About Me
Entrepreneur & Thought Leader
After founding Choice Recovery, Inc during my time at Ohio State, I spent the next 25 years building two award-winning businesses before selling them in 2022-2023. Now, I focus on leadership development, helping individuals and teams reach their potential while driving meaningful social impact.
About Y.OU
A Founder, CEO, President, or C-Suite Exec.
You are a high performer—your achievements speak for themselves, and you’re responsible for driving results in your organization. As your company and team grow, so do the challenges you face.
You value the truth, but it’s rare to hear it from those around you. You’re passionate, driven, and know you’re capable of even more.
You’re ready to work with someone who’s strong enough to build you up, challenge you, and hold you accountable. Someone who will push you to do what you’re capable of—and show you what you can't see yet. Then, I'll take you even further than you thought was possible.
Most Leadership Programs
Do a Great Job TEACHING Leadership.
At Built to Lead, We Don't Teach.
We BUILD.
Join our community dedicated to leadership development.
Real Transformation
It doesn’t happen overnight—it’s BUILT, over time. Becoming Built to Lead is a journey. It's about living with intention guided by disciplines, combined with deliberate "practice" with someone who can help you see what you can't and transform your vision into reality.
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The Builder's Journey
A Client on a Builder's
I was on day 87 using my Kindle and then joined the community and started back on day one. The difference was like going from black and white to color TV. You've done a fantastic job explaining with the melody lines!
If I hadn't been part of it myself, I would not have believed how Chad transformed his entire company into a rock-solid team of leaders who would run through walls for each other. I worked with Chad for 2 years and watched his team build trust and grow Anyone who was part of it will tell you, Chad is like no other coach, and Built to Lead is like no other leadership program.
Daniel Steinberg, Entrepreneur
Chad is someone that I deeply admire. His commitment to making a difference in people’s lives coupled with his passion and discipline is incredibly motivating to be around. He’s someone I trust implicitly and can always turn to for guidance and support.
Brett Kaufman, CEO Gravity
Chad's impact on leadership and business innovation is nothing short of inspirational. His approach to executive coaching at BUILT TO LEAD is a perfect match. His expertise in educational and organizational leadership is evident in his ability to build cohesive, high-performing teams. Chad's passion for excellence is contagious. His influence and methodologies are invaluable assets to any organization.
Kary Oberbrunner, CEO Easy I.P.
I watch a lot of leaders as they engage with their teams. Working with Chad was great. He built a strong, engaged, and highly functional leadership team. As they implemented EOS, I watched Chad make deliberate decisions that allowed him to elevate into his role as a visionary. This transition freed him up to start new ventures. I often refer new clients to work with Chad because I know he'll provide value."
-Alex Freytag, Entrepreneur and EOS Implementor.
If I hadn't been part of it myself, I would not have believed how Chad transformed his entire company into a rock-solid team of leaders who would run through walls for each other. I worked with Chad for 2 years and watched his team build trust and grow Anyone who was part of it will tell you, Chad is like no other coach, and Built to Lead is like no other leadership program.
Daniel Steinberg, Entrepreneur
Chad is someone that I deeply admire. His commitment to making a difference in people’s lives coupled with his passion and discipline is incredibly motivating to be around. He’s someone I trust implicitly and can always turn to for guidance and support.
Brett Kaufman, CEO Gravity
Chad's impact on leadership and business innovation is nothing short of inspirational. His approach to executive coaching at BUILT TO LEAD is a perfect match. His expertise in educational and organizational leadership is evident in his ability to build cohesive, high-performing teams. Chad's passion for excellence is contagious. His influence and methodologies are invaluable assets to any organization.
Kary Oberbrunner, CEO Easy I.P.
If I hadn't been part of it myself, I would not have believed how Chad transformed his entire company into a rock-solid team of leaders who would run through walls for each other. I worked with Chad for 2 years and watched his team build trust and grow Anyone who was part of it will tell you, Chad is like no other coach, and Built to Lead is like no other leadership program.
Daniel Steinberg, Entrepreneur
Chad is someone that I deeply admire. His commitment to making a difference in people’s lives coupled with his passion and discipline is incredibly motivating to be around. He’s someone I trust implicitly and can always turn to for guidance and support.
Brett Kaufman, CEO Gravity
Chad's impact on leadership and business innovation is nothing short of inspirational. His approach to executive coaching at BUILT TO LEAD is a perfect match. His expertise in educational and organizational leadership is evident in his ability to build cohesive, high-performing teams. Chad's passion for excellence is contagious. His influence and methodologies are invaluable assets to any organization.
Kary Oberbrunner, CEO Easy I.P.