Bio

Steve is an accomplished executive with over 38 years of experience in the technology services and retail industries. He possesses an outstanding record of achievement and leadership. Steve has proven capabilities in strategic visioning, planning, and execution of complex technology efforts for world class companies. Steve is the author of Digitally Deaf: Why Organizations Struggle with Digital Transformation, Springer Publishing, (ISBN 978-3-030-01833-7), January, 2019. He is a contributing author to 97 Things About Ethics Everyone in Data Science Should Know, O'Reilly, (ISBN 978-1-492-07266-9). Steve has served as CIO, building and managing large, international technology organizations to fuel the growth and profitability of two of the largest retailers in the United States. He has a proven track record of building high performing teams and being a trusted partner to his business peers. Steve currently serves on the board of directors for FactGem, the board of advisors for Loven Systems, and multiple advisory boards for his alma mater, Appalachian State University. Steve was an early adopter of data warehousing and business intelligence in retail providing analytic services that provided key capabilities during Lowe's tremendous growth period of 1992-2011. He is an active supporter of innovation and has served in key strategic planning roles for multiple retailers. In addition, Steve maintains a high standard for understanding the latest trends and developments in the retail and technology sectors. He is a sought-after speaker and is an active advisor for a number of retailers and technology companies.