About Stephen McCormac

I'm Dr Stephen McCormac — a business leader and transformation specialist with 25+ years in professional services and consulting leadership.  

I've held senior roles at Accenture, Infosys, and Capgemini, and served as Managing Director with full P&L accountability at multiple businesses. As MD at Codit UK, I led a comprehensive business turnaround. At Infosys, I managed an $80m+ global portfolio with full revenue and margin accountability.  

I've led major transformations for Unilever, Diageo, O2, Tesco, Mars, and British American Tobacco. I've been a registered company director three times.  

I hold a Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Stuttgart and am completing my Professional Certificate in Executive Coaching at Henley Business School.

Why Catalyst Edge

After 25 years leading transformations and scaling businesses, I founded Catalyst Edge to help other leaders navigate critical transitions: new executive roles, major change programmes, and strategic inflection points.

My approach is calm, practical, and grounded in real-world experience — not theory or buzzwords.

Who I Work With

Senior leaders and business owners who need a thinking partner with operational experience. My clients include CEOs, CIOs, CFOs, and founders.

The Catalyst Edge Framework

A five-phase approach that helps leaders respond to change with clarity and confidence.

1. Understand the Change
Clarify what's really happening and why it matters. Cut through noise to identify what's essential.

2. Assess the Starting Point
Get honest about where you are—your capabilities, resources, and readiness. No sugar-coating, just clarity.

3. Choose Your Direction
Define where you're going and why. This isn't vague vision—it's a focused, achievable commitment.

4. Take Practical Action
Move forward with discipline and intent. Strategy means nothing without execution.

5. Adapt as You Learn
Refine, sustain, and stay resilient. Change doesn't follow a straight line—neither should you.