Steve Fultz
Steve Fultz, PhD is an American business consultant, leadership coach, and family enterprise advisor. He is known for his work with entrepreneurs and multigenerational family businesses, focusing on leadership development, business performance optimization, and succession planning.
Early life and education
Publicly available information about Fultz's early life and education is limited. He holds a doctorate (PhD), which he has applied toward research and coaching in entrepreneurial leadership and business growth strategies.
Career
Fultz has more than 30 years of experience in business management, having worked as a founder, executive, and advisor to small and medium-sized enterprises. He has been directly involved in running a legacy family business, where he gained firsthand expertise in leadership transitions and organizational scaling.
In his coaching practice, Fultz works with entrepreneurs, executives, and next-generation family business leaders. His approach combines practical leadership frameworks, performance optimization techniques, and strategic growth planning. He has advised and mentored over a thousand businesses to improve profitability and long-term sustainability.
Areas of expertise
Family business leadership and succession planning
Business performance and operational efficiency
Entrepreneurial mindset development
Long-term growth strategies for privately held companies
Publications and media
Fultz publishes articles, coaching resources, and online content related to leadership and business development. He has also been a guest speaker at business leadership events and workshops.
Personal life
Fultz is based in Knoxville, Tennessee, where he operates his business coaching practice.