Craig P. Stone

Craig P. Stone is a New York-based entrepreneur, innovator, and performance coach whose career spans Wall Street, real estate development, entertainment production, and executive coaching. Stone began his career on Wall Street, rising to the position of managing director at a major investment banking firm. He later assumed the role of CEO at a struggling business with 122 employees, leading a turnaround before co-founding an internet finance company, where he served as chief operating officer overseeing operations and strategy. Stone then entered real estate development, assembling and co-developing a 22-story, 97-unit residential building and a 33-story mixed-use hotel with 203 units in New York City, both of which were sold for a profit. Over his career, he has created, led, and sold six companies.

Stone’s entrepreneurial activities extend beyond finance and real estate. He served as co-producer of the documentary "At the Edge of the World," which received 12 international awards and inspired the television series "Whale Wars" on Animal Planet. Stone also worked as executive producer and co-producer of the documentary "The World Away," which chronicled the Apollo 11 mission and earned two international awards. Additionally, he consulted for ESPN's "Knight School" with Coach Bob Knight. Stone has also brokered private jets and managed top poker players globally.

Stone is the founder and CEO of Stanton Wells & Stone LLC, an international real estate firm based in New York City offering services in investment banking, private equity, residential and commercial brokerage, investments, development, and consulting. Drawing on decades of experience as a founder, chairman, and CEO, Stone applies his expertise in overcoming business challenges to his work as a performance coach, supporting high achievers in corporate, athletic, and entertainment sectors.

Stone began working as a performance and mindset coach in 1998, complementing his entrepreneurial ventures. With a focus on neuroscience, he leverages an understanding of the mind to address clients' challenges, distinguishing his approach from other coaches. His methodology incorporates human change technologies, including neuroscience, neuro-linguistic programming, neuro-hypnotic reprogramming, and performance psychology, to help clients advance professionally and personally. Stone’s approach, known as "Stone's Steps to Success," is designed to help individuals overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. He has been invited to speak internationally on topics related to personal development, business leadership, and high performance. Stone has also been recognized as chief executive officer in the Who's Who Registry of Executives, Professionals and Entrepreneurs.