Leadership That’s Personal, Practical, and Proven

Our story is grounded in challenge, transformation, and a belief that better leadership makes everything better.

What’s In A Name?

Nature has a funny way of teaching us about leadership and ourselves.​

Watch a mountain stream or river. The current surges and flows over the rocky bottom. The stones shape the water and over time, the water shapes the rocks it flows over. Often, we only see the waves and rapids, only dimly aware of the guiding action the rocky river bed has on the water swirling around it.

People are the same way, our core purpose, guiding principles and foundational practices shape who we are. When we base our leadership, words and actions off these pillars, it shapes how we impact and influence our environment and those around us. Leaders are often perceived solely based on their words, actions and results but what's underneath is what really guides a person.

Individuals First

StoneWater Training aims to work on the individual foundation first with self-knowledge and personal leadership. Once these are in place, a purpose-driven leader can authentically influence their team to accomplish great things over time.

Simple, but remember, simple doesn't always mean easy.

Purpose:

Partner with value-based leaders and organizations to enhance their impact.

Values:

  • Authenticity

  • Impact

  • Adventure

Stone Water Training’s Purpose, Values & Priorities

Priorities:​

  • Take care of leaders and teams

  • ​Personal and professional growth

  • Ally with likeminded teams to change the world

  • Anticipate, adapt and innovate

Building top-performing leaders and teams has been central to Phil Kornachuk’s life for more than three decades. Corporate leaders, collegiate and professional athletes, elite military units, nonprofit executives, emergency services, and other organizations have all benefited from his distinctive approach to leadership and team development.

Phil leverages over 22 years of experience serving, leading, and developing elite teams within U.S. Army Special Operations around the globe. Since transitioning out of the military, he has applied those lessons—shaped in high-stakes, ambiguous environments—to strengthen leaders and teams across industries, always with an emphasis on proven principles and continuous growth.

In addition to decades of hands-on leadership experience, Phil holds a Master’s Degree in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University and is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coaching Federation. He has served as a trusted coach and advisor to hundreds of leaders, known for asking hard questions, offering objective insight, and driving accountability.

Now based in Salt Lake City, Utah, Phil lives with his ER doctor/ultra-runner wife and tries to keep up with his eight children as they pursue their own paths as world-changers. When not working with leaders, Phil can be found climbing, backpacking, boarding, riding, fishing, rafting, or hunting in the mountains and waters of the western U.S.

Founder: Phil Kornachuk

  • The leadership training I just attended with Phil Kornachuk was the best training I have ever attended. Phil is an amazing coach and leader; it really got me out of my comfort zone and doing things I have never done before. He created an environment for all of us to learn and grow.

    - Kim Keene

  • Phil and the SWT Team are top tier true life examples, filling the massive voids in real personal, professional and social growth! The knowledge, experiences, events and materials are life altering and cover all things mental, physical and spiritual. Highly recommend if you want to be good and do good at any level, at whatever you choose!

    - Ryan G

  • When I think of great examples of transformational leaders, Phil immediately comes to mind. He powerfully blends academics with experience. If you want to innovate, grow, and make positive changes with your team, reach out to StoneWater. They make an impact.

    — Dr. Tim Rice, Sport & Performance Psychology, University of Arizona Global Campus

  • I worked with Phil during a Non‑Profit Leader Workshop, his focus on first leading yourself and then leading others is a powerful message. If you get a chance, work with StoneWater Training whether as an individual or a leadership team – highly recommended.

    — Sonja Wheeler, Energy Department Director, HRDC

  • Phil Kornachuk has been a valuable part of the MSU Bobcat Football Team’s culture and leadership development for the last four years. His focus on purpose, values and habits translates into performance on the football field and more importantly in life.

    — Brent Vigen, Head Coach, Montana State Bobcat Football

  • Phil's leadership expedition was critical for sharpening my individual leadership, clarifying vision and connecting with high impact leaders. His energy, experience and passion will make an immediate impact on your leadership, culture and team. A life changing encounter.

    — Danny Sprinkle, Head Coach, MSU Men’s Basketball (2022 & 2023 Big Sky Champions)

  • To be honest, I had no idea how impactful working with Phil during his leadership experience would be and continue to be for me. My personal awareness grew immensely but even more so my awareness of how to have confidence in my unique abilities to optimize leadership opportunities around me grew in ways that still surprise me.

    - Emily Burgess

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