Meet the President   

Dan Ipes is President of Catalyst Performance Systems, and a leading certified behavioral and values analyst. He is a recognized leader in teaching companies how to select, attract, and retain the best talent for their organizations.

He and his company have worked with hundreds of business owners, leaders, and managers developing highly effective leadership, staff, and sales selection solutions. Catalyst Performance Systems' clients consistently experience reduced time-to-hire, focusing on those candidates most worthy of the client’s time and attention. Taking much of the guesswork out of the selection process provides valuable time to focus on other revenue generating activities, improving overall productivity.

Dan also offers a broad range of experience as a executive coach and team development specialist that his clients have come to value in achieving behavior change in leaders, improved performance and a more committed workforce.

Dan is a Certified Professional Behavioral and Values Analyst, a Certified Attribute Index Analyst, and also holds certifications in the renowned TriMetrix and TTI DNA Systems. These certifications have been awarded by Target Training International Ltd., the world leader of fully validated computerized assessments. His vast experience, coupled with his down to earth approach has made him an in-demand resource for clients of all sizes.

His academic training includes a B.A. in communication and religion, an M.Div. with a focus in communication and organizational leadership and post-graduate work in public communication and organizational development at the University of Maryland.