About me
Steven joined Safer Schools Together (SST) in 2019 after earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from the University of Victoria. As the Executive Director, he collaborates closely with SST CEO and Founder, Theresa Campbell, to design and implement crucial training programs such as Behavioral and Digital Threat Assessment® (BDTA) and Digital Threat Assessment® (DTA), among others. An accomplished trainer, Steven has trained thousands of professionals across North America, including personnel from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), various law enforcement agencies, K-12 school districts, and higher education institutions. His expertise extends to fostering safer school environments by equipping teams with the knowledge and tools to conduct accurate threat assessments. Before assuming his current role, Steven gained invaluable experience as a Senior Threat Analyst, where he specialized in collecting and analyzing social media data to support Safety/Threat Assessment teams. His contributions have played a pivotal role in addressing high-profile school safety cases across Canada and the U.S. In addition to his technical expertise, Steven has a background in language analytics and artificial intelligence, acquired through his work with major media corporations in the tech industry. This knowledge, combined with his deep understanding of social media trends and online behaviors, enables him to take a hands-on approach to data collection and threat evaluation. Steven’s unique combination of skills in technology, social media, and threat assessment make him an invaluable asset to communities across North America in fostering safer, more secure communities.