As Advancement Director, Steve oversees Gateway's fundraising efforts and donor engagement. Before joining Gateway in 2022, Steve spent nine years at the University of South Carolina working in alumni relations and student affairs. Steve earned his B.A. in Political Science at the University of Nebraska ('09) and his M.Ed. in Administration at the University of Arkansas ('13).

Steve loves to spend his time with his wife, two children and two Pugs. He also enjoys working out on the Peloton, trying to play guitar and banjo, rooting for the Nebraska Cornhuskers, and cooking.