Certifications, Training & Professional Development

Steven has pursued ongoing professional development in business strategy, leadership, operations, governance, marketing, workforce development, and organizational growth.

His training background reflects a multi-industry leadership path spanning insurance, professional education, home services, workforce development, sustainability, workplace wellness, community leadership, and business operations.

Business & Strategic Growth

  • Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Scholar – National Cohort #13, Babson College

  • Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) – BITSPEC Six Sigma Black-Belt Certification (2014)

  • Zig Ziglar Leadership Training

Leadership & Governance

  • Gulf Coast Board Institute Graduate (2025) – Gulf Coast Community Foundation

Completed high-level board governance training for nonprofit and business leadership.

  • Gulf Coast Leadership Institute (2023) – Eckerd College | Gulf Coast Community Foundation

Advanced leadership training focused on executive leadership, team building, and strategic communication.

  • FIPL Community Leadership & Campaign School (2021) – Florida Institute for Political Leadership (FIPL)

Training on public service, community leadership, and campaign strategy for civic engagement.

  • Post-Crisis Leadership Program (2021) – University of South Florida Muma College of Business

  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Workplace (2021) – USF Professional Education

  • Emerging Trends in Services & Retail Management (2021) – USF Muma College of Business

Marketing, Communications & Digital Strategy

  • Advanced Social Media Strategy Training & Certification (2021) – Pryor Learning

  • Comprehensive Guide to Human Resource Management (2021) – Pryor Learning

  • Social Media Marketing (2021) – Pryor Learning

  • Podcast Production Certification (2021) – Skillsoft

  • Podcast Masterclass (2021) – StackSkills

  • Leadership, Team-Building & Coaching Skills for Managers & Supervisors (2021) – Pryor Learning

Operations & Strategy Training

  • Business Growth & Strategic Planning – Expertise in scaling service-based businesses

  • Recruitment & Workforce Development – Specializing in service industry hiring & retention

  • Advanced Marketing & Branding – Digital and strategic marketing for business growth

  • Process Automation & Efficiency – Using tech solutions to optimize workflows

Committed to continuous learning, innovation, and operational excellence, ensuring that businesses, teams, and industries thrive.