Executive and leadership coaching for leaders facing complexity, transition, and high-stakes decisions. Based in Washington, DC and coaching across the US and Europe, Stefano Calvetti brings 30+ years of high-pressure leadership as a retired Navy Admiral and an entrepreneur, combined with professional coaching certification and deep personal-leadership work.
Lead Through Pressure.
Navigate Uncertainty.
Master Your Sea.
Executive coaching shaped by command, self-awareness, and real-world leadership
If your mission is to make a lasting impact and lead with purpose, you've found your harbor.
At Master Your Sea, leadership begins with self-command. Before you can guide a team, make difficult decisions, or navigate uncertainty, you need to understand the sea inside you: your values, patterns, triggers, strengths, and blind spots.
Stefano Calvetti combines the lived experience of a retired Navy Admiral with the discipline of professional coaching to help leaders build clarity, resilience, confidence, and presence under pressure.
This work is for executives, founders, military and veteran leaders, government and defense professionals, and international leaders who want to lead with greater awareness, courage, and direction.
Let’s set sail on your leadership journey.
About Master your Sea
Success stories
I appreciated his ability to combine insightful questioning and practical tools that helped me uncover my patterns, understand my triggers, and reconnect with my strengths. This allowed me not only to overcome the immediate crisis, but also to grow as a colleague and as a person.
Adeline Dontenville
Program Manager @ EFI
I circumnavigated the globe with Stefano, was a mind shift on how to help myself to be of better support to others.
I gained awareness of my strength and weaknesses, on how to better use the first and address the second.
Michele Bozzano
Head of Unit @ EFI
Through these sessions, I was able to transform negative feelings into a constructive force aimed at a specific goal. ”
Giorgia Trecca
Psychologist / Navy Officer
@ Italian Navy
I would definitely recommend Stefano and coaching to anyone searching for motivation to face difficult decisions, clarity to plan for the future, or just challenging themselves to achieve new objectives. Read more
Juan Carlos Quiroz
Entrepreneur
@ La Sombra del Sabino
For anyone seeking a transformative coaching experience, I can't recommend Stefano Calvetti enough. His services are an investment in personal growth and success. Read More
Yuri Juarez
Musician
I feel that Stefano is genuinely interested in helping me; he listens and helps me think and reflect.
His question and empathy were key to guiding me to unlock new paths and ways to move forward. The impact so far is this revived zest for life, that I had lost.
Adrian Rojas
Sofware Engineer @ Indra
I suggest without hesitation to turn to Stefano if one wishes to embark on a path of improvement on a personal and professional level. I understood the true meaning of "personal leadership" with him, and I am delighted with the result we achieved together. Read more
Barbara Scolart
Army Officer
@ Italian Army
I don't usually endorse friends and colleagues (or former ones) but Stefano deserves it. His coaching and team-building skills and experience make him a great asset to a large community.
Alessandro Battaglia
Admiral @ Italian Navy
Coach Stefano expertly taps the power of visualization exercises during our coaching sessions.
Feelings and thoughts connect in insightful and astounding ways.
The 'ask' is to be brave, stay the course, and participate with an open heart - and Stefano is there on the journey with you.
Katy D.
Entrepreneur
The sessions with Stefano were illuminating and intuitive leading me to a more reasoned, calm and conscious behavior!
I don't have many right words to thank him because it is the facts, the ones I had, that are witness to his careful ability!
Thank you Stefano, great coach!
Marinella Bella
Entrepreneur
Stefano Calvetti, CPCC
Stefano Calvetti is a retired Navy Admiral and Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC), based in Washington, DC, with decades of real-world leadership experience. His coaching is built on:
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Decades of High-Stakes Leadership: Over 30 years of leading teams in crisis zones like Afghanistan, Kosovo, and Somalia, providing invaluable insights into resilience and decision-making under pressure.
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Proven Coaching Expertise: Certified in the Co-Active coaching model and Enneagram, Stefano blends advanced methodologies with practical, tactical strategies.
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Hands-On Experience: Having commanded diverse teams and navigated complex challenges, Stefano’s approach is grounded in believing that every leader can unlock new potential, regardless of rank or position.
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Results-Oriented Coaching: Focused on boosting performance, building confidence, and enhancing resilience, Stefano’s coaching empowers leaders to navigate uncertainty and lead with clarity.
Our coaching method
The trident, a symbol of strength, guidance, and mastery over changing seas, represents my coaching philosophy. Like its three prongs, my framework rests on three foundations that help you grow with clarity and confidence:
Self-Discovery & Awareness
The foundational element to guide you to explore your inner world and uncover your core values, strengths, and potential areas for growth.
Strategy & Navigation
The second element to map out your journey toward achieving your goals through actionable insights and personalized strategies
Resilience & Adaptation
The key qualities for thriving in today's ever-changing environment, focusing on developing your ability to withstand adversity, embrace change, and emerge stronger.
Book a session
Coaching Packages
Embark on an epic voyage of profound transformation. With 1 free discovery session to chart your course, 12 tailored coaching sessions on navigating through your professional and personal challenges, an Enneagram test and assessment to discover your unique leadership style, and continuous support to ensure smooth sailing, this package is designed for those ready to make significant life-changing discoveries and achievements.
This is for leaders, visionaries, and anyone committed to going the distance in their development.
Circumnavigating the globe
12 coaching sessions
Set sail on a focused journey of growth and discovery with our "Across the Ocean" package. Designed for those seeking to delve deep into their leadership capabilities or to tackle specific challenges, this package offers 1 free discovery session to identify your goals, 6 coaching sessions to explore and overcome obstacles, and ongoing support to keep you on course. You'll go through self-reflection, strategy development, and action planning, bridging the gap between where you are and where you want to be.
This is for individuals looking for substantial transformation and growth over a shorter voyage.
Across the ocean
6 coaching sessions
This brief but impactful journey includes 3 coaching sessions designed to target insights and recalibrate the professional compass. Whether you're looking to refresh your leadership skills, gain clarity on a specific issue, or simply explore the waters of personal development, this package offers a concise, focused exploration to help you navigate with confidence and ease.
This is for those looking for a quick boost to their leadership journey
Leisure cruise
3 coaching sessions
Dip your toes into the world of coaching. This single on-demand coaching session is an excellent opportunity to gain a fresh perspective, strategize over a specific challenge, or explore the potential of further coaching. Think of it as a quick trip to the other side – a chance to see what lies beyond, with practical insights and actionable advice to bring back to your daily life.
This is for individuals curious about coaching.
Ferry boat ticket
1 coaching session
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