Stephen was born and raised on the gulf coast of Florida. After high school, he attended Santa Fe Comm College in Gainesville Fl. In 1998 he moved to Memphis TN to continue his college education at the University of Memphis.

Stephen began his construction career in 2004 as a Construction Manager building single-family homes in Memphis and surrounding areas. In 2010 he earned his General Contractor license and opened his own contracting firm which he ran for 8 years in western Tennessee. After having his 2nd child Stephen and his wife moved their family to Black Mtn North Carolina. Since 2017 he has continued his career as a Construction Manager in the Asheville area.

When he is not working Stephen enjoys being with his family outdoors or playing sports. Whether that be camping, hunting, or playing ball he values his time with his 2 boys and loving wife.