Eric Stavola
With over 18 years of experience leading organizations through digital transformation, strategic growth, and operational excellence, I don’t just teach leadership — I’ve lived it. I created Power Plays because real leadership isn’t taught in textbooks — it's forged in the trenches, through execution, resilience, and relentless adjustment. Each Power Play is a tactical system I’ve personally used to help organizations align faster, execute better, and win bigger — in IT, business, and leadership.
Getting to Know Eric Stavola
Introduction
Coach. Technologist. Operator. Leader.
I don’t believe leadership is learned from textbooks — it’s forged in the trenches, where strategy meets execution and where pressure separates real leaders from the rest.
With over 18 years driving digital transformation, organizational growth, and operational excellence, I created Power Plays to give leaders real-world, tactical systems they can trust — not theory, not hype — to win at the highest level.
I help companies turn technology into strategy, coaching leaders to align faster, execute sharper, and win bigger.
My Journey
From early technical roles to national executive leadership, my path has been built on aligning people, technology, and business outcomes.
Dual Master’s Degrees:
Master of Science in Computer Information Systems — Specializing in AI, Technology Adoption, and Business Application.
Master of Education — Specializing in Performance-Based Coaching and Leadership Development.
Executive Leadership:
Vice President of Managed Services at Visual Edge IT — leading national teams to deliver managed IT, cybersecurity, and total technology solutions.Digital Transformation Expertise:
Helping businesses move from transactional IT management to strategic, growth-driven ecosystems.Certifications:
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), CompTIA Network+, CDIA+, Cybersecurity and Leadership specializations.
Throughout my career, I’ve coached Fortune 500 companies, SMBs, and leadership teams alike — building systems that execute under pressure and scale with purpose.
How I Lead
Performance = Potential – Interference
I coach leaders and organizations to think differently:
Leadership is a Playbook: It's about running disciplined, strategic plays — consistently.
Technology is a Strategic Weapon: It's not a cost center. It’s how you outmaneuver, outpace, and outperform.
Alignment Wins: No strategy survives contact with the real world unless the team is aligned and bought in.
Small Plays Drive Big Wins: Leadership isn’t just about vision. It’s about stacking small, high-impact actions every day.
Whether guiding a digital transformation or coaching a leadership team, my goal is always the same:
Remove interference, accelerate execution, and build sustainable wins.
Core Values
| Value | What It Means to Me |
|---|---|
| Alignment | Strategy is useless without unity. Leaders win by creating clarity and connection. |
| Discipline | Winning organizations execute consistently, not occasionally. |
| Adaptability | Leaders pivot. Systems evolve. Agility is a competitive advantage. |
| Continuous Learning | Innovation demands humility — and relentless learning. |
| Integrity | Results matter. But how you get there matters more. |
These aren’t just words — they’re how I build teams, run transformations, and coach leadership at every level.
Career Highlights
Executive Leadership: VP of Managed Services at Visual Edge IT, overseeing national service delivery, growth strategy, and operational excellence.
Fortune 500 Transformation Coaching: Led major initiatives with Ricoh and Visual Edge IT, helping organizations modernize IT, secure operations, and align leadership teams.
Thought Leadership: Published articles on leadership, AI adoption, cybersecurity resilience, and business transformation. (LinkedIn, industry publications, personal blog.)
Certifications and Academic Excellence: Dual Master’s Degrees and multiple industry certifications to back theory with operational expertise.
Creator of Power Plays: Tactical leadership systems built from real-world lessons — designed to drive measurable results.
Why Organizations Trust Me
I don’t talk theory — I build and execute real systems that win.
I understand both the technology and the leadership sides of transformation.
I’ve lived the pressure of leading teams through high-stakes change — and I know how to make it stick.
I’m not interested in "consultant speak." I’m here to align, coach, and deliver results that move the needle.
Let's Build Your Next Win
If you’re a business leader ready to turn technology, leadership, and strategy into unstoppable advantage — let's talk.
I’ll help you run the plays that drive real outcomes, not just activity.