Originally from upstate New York, Steve graduated from Central College in Pella, Iowa, with a degree in Business Management and French. In addition to living in various states of the East and Midwest USA, he had the good fortune to live in France for two extended periods of time. With a life-long interest in languages, Steve has studied French, Spanish, German, Italian, and Dutch. With a background in several industries, including travel, state government and health care, and functioning in many capacities, Steve is enjoying a return to the meeting & travel industry since joining CM&M in February 2008.