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Three things in this world make Steve tick: food, travel and sports…in no particular order. In fact, mixed together, they make the best of combinations. For food, there is nothing Steve craves more than pizza margherita from the heart of Naples, though he’ll certainly try just about anything. Speaking of Naples, Italy tops the charts for a relaxing getaway. For sports, this Penn State grad is a diehard Notre Dame fan at heart, much to the chagrin of several of his Nittany Lion colleagues.

Where You'll Find Steve on a Sunny Day

Chances are, he’ll be doing something active. Whether it’s playing basketball, softball or football; going for a hike in a national park; or training for a triathlon (small ones, not big ones), Steve likes to keep moving. Then again, there’s always a slim possibility that he’ll be napping at the beach or in Central Park – exercising the spirit, so to speak.

Places that Steve has Called Home

Albany, New York
Detroit, Michigan
State College, Pennsylvania
New York, New York  

Surprising Facts about Steve

A Softer Side of Steve
Though Steve’s main interests - full-contact sports and messy food - may paint a “certain” stereotype, he also appreciates the arts. When not entertained by the passions mentioned above, you might find him at an art museum, snapping his own amateur photos, enjoying historic architecture or catching some live music. Luckily, New York City is the perfect place for all four...err six.

52 Reasons 2007 is Different
Steve got a late start on life – no international trips (minus Canada) until 25; he didn’t try Chinese food until 21; didn’t explore his seafood palate before 23; etc. These lifechanging experiences were the inspiration behind his 2007 New Year’s Resolution – try at least one new thing (food, experience, etc.) each week of the year. He’s maintained that resolution by skiing in the Rockies, hiking Yosemite National Park, and trying Ethiopian food, among many others.

Super Bowl-er
Steve has a bionic thumb (or at least he thinks he does) that he developed over the years after a football injury. He has since not been able to bowl less than a 150, and often finds himself in the 170s or higher. He’s even eclipsed 200 three times. All this despite not really knowing what he’s doing. He just kind of swings his arm and the bionic thumb makes good things happen.