Mr. Katz currently is a certified business and leadership coach for Joel Strom Associates, a 20-year-old management consulting firm that assists clients in strategic planning and leadership development. Mr. Katz also was the Chief Executive Officer of Grafix Arts Systems and has founded or co-founded several small businesses in his career. The Inc. 500 and Case Western Reserve University Weatherhead School of Business have recognized him and his firms for their success and growth. He currently serves on the boards of several community organizations. Mr. Katz received his undergraduate degree in finance and Master's Degree in Marketing from Ohio State University.