Desi Mayner, founder of Mayner Leadership, is a game-changer in the world of leadership development, known for transforming small service-based businesses into streamlined and efficient business operations with high-performing, championship teams. With a passion for guiding business leaders and their teams toward peak performance, Desi leverages his experience as a former Division 1 college football player and his deep understanding of effective communication, accountability, and strategic execution from his decade of experience teaching special education and coaching high school and college sports, to help companies achieve their goals. Desi has also owned, operated and led multiple small service businesses which is what led him to expand his impact and guide over 1,000 service business leaders and teams.
Mayner Leadership specializes in coaching, training workshops, and consulting small service-based businesses with revenues ranging from $1 million to $10 million. Desi's approach is both straightforward and impactful, focusing on breaking down silos, fostering collaboration, and creating a culture where every team member feels empowered to lead. His coaching philosophy is built on the principles of absolute accountability, clear communication, and continuous improvement, ensuring that every leader he works with is equipped to navigate the complex dynamics of their organizations.
Desi's methods are simple but powerful. He uses customized coaching programs that integrate role clarity worksheets, meeting rhythms, growth plans, and evaluation tools to provide structure, direction, and accountability. His ÒDelegate to ElevateÓ program emphasizes the importance of effective delegation in leadership, while his ÒFractional COOÓ coaching plan is designed to help business leaders refine their operational strategies and elevate their company's performance. He also employs DISC assessments to enhance communication and leadership dynamics within teams.
What sets Desi apart is his belief that leadership is about uniting and supporting a team to accomplish a common goal, always keeping the mission simple and communication clear. Under his guidance, leaders learn to embrace humility, commit to their goals, and lead up, down, and across the chain of command.
Winning the 2024 Leadership Coach of the Year award is a testament to Desi Mayner's commitment to empowering business leaders and teams to achieve fulfillment and success. Through his innovative approach, Desi continues to make a significant impact, driving growth, alignment, and high performance across the organizations he serves. With a focus on practical strategies, accountability, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, Desi Mayner is redefining what it means to lead in today's competitive business landscape.
