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“You don’t build a business, you build people, then people build the business.”


– ZIG ZIGLAR

25+

Years of experience in entrepreneurship, business management, sales and marketing

5,000+

Hours of management consulting and executive coaching since 2014

100+

Leaders and managers coached across various roles, from President, C-suite / VP to first-time managers

50+

Client organizations from publicly traded companies and government agencies to startups, and nonprofits

About Lead & Grow, management consulting firm

Lead & Grow is a boutique management consulting and executive coaching firm dedicated to helping leaders and leadership teams unlock performance by aligning people, strategy, and execution. We work at the intersection of leadership development, organizational clarity, and business performance.

We support ambitious founders, senior executives, and business unit leaders who are navigating complexity, growth, or transition — and who want to accelerate results by becoming sharper, more focused leaders with high-performing teams.

Stéphane (Steph) Lagrange, Leadership Coach & Management Consultant

I’m a seasoned management consultant and leadership coach with over 25 years of entrepreneurial and executive experience. I help organizations grow by improving decision-making, leadership team effectiveness, and operational focus.

Whether I’m supporting a CEO, a VP, or a leadership team, I bring a hands-on approach to building clarity, fostering alignment, and installing the practices that drive real progress.

I’ve been in the trenches — building businesses, managing people, facing hard decisions, and navigating change. That’s why clients trust me not just to guide them, but to roll up my sleeves and partner with them where it matters most.

You can read the story of how I got here on our blog.

My background in numbers

Why clients work with me

I don’t offer off-the-shelf solutions. I offer real partnership, rooted in trust, experience, and a bias for action.

Discretion you can count on

The work I do often happens behind the scenes — confidential, sensitive, and deeply personal. That’s why you won’t find many logos or named testimonials on this site.

My clients include executives at high-growth companies, seasoned entrepreneurs, and leaders navigating complex organizational environments. Some consider coaching their competitive edge — and I treat that privilege with care.

When appropriate, I can discreetly connect you with former clients who are willing to share their experience.

Staying sharp myself

I invest in my own growth, too. I’m mentored by Philippe Denichaud, a veteran consultant with 40+ years of experience in leadership, strategy, and sales. I also work with the team at Commit Action, led by Peter Shallard — the “shrink for entrepreneurs” — to stay grounded, focused, and constantly improving in how I support my clients.

Organizations I’ve worked with:

Request a free discovery call to find out how I can support your growth.

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Insights and best practices

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