It sounds like you're just not growing as quickly as you would like and are taking your frustrations out on him. The things you want him to do ("strategy discus

It sounds like you're just not growing as quickly as you would like and are taking your frustrations out on him. The things you want him to do ("strategy discussions", "project management") don't sound like things I'd delegate to someone dull or passive. When there is the potential for conflict with someone, try to handle communications face-to-face, or over the phone at least. That might also help energize both you and him. And consider thinking of "re-energizing the company" as part of your job description too.