Steven began his professional journey in 1996, working in his family’s nursery business where he learned the value of versatility by doing every job on the grounds. Even in high school, he was already building software—creating early inventory‑management and e‑commerce tools that helped streamline operations long before digital transformation became a buzzword.

He went on to work with the National Science Foundation before earning his B.S. in Computer Science with a minor in Business Administration from Oregon State University. After graduation, Steven joined a manufacturing company, where he developed EDI integrations, dealer‑quoting systems, and returns‑processing tools that improved efficiency across the organization.

Steven then spent the next 18 years in the promotional products industry, holding roles that spanned consultant, software developer, architect, and ultimately CTO. During that time, he helped modernize systems, lead cross‑functional teams, and guide organizations through significant technical and operational change. His leadership and commitment to building healthy, high‑performing teams earned him recognition as a 2019 PPB Best Boss.

He has also contributed to industry standards and community development as a three‑year member of the PromoStandards Board and a three‑year member of the PPAI Tech Committee, helping shape the future of interoperability and technology adoption across the promotional products ecosystem.

Today, Steven brings nearly three decades of hands‑on experience to his consulting practice, helping companies modernize their systems, strengthen their technical strategy, and build scalable, resilient solutions. Whether acting as a fractional CTO, advising on architecture, or guiding teams through complex integrations, he combines deep technical expertise with a grounded, people‑first approach shaped by a lifetime of building, fixing, and leading.