Brent Steven graduated from Illinois State University in 2004. During his four years at Illinois State, he accomplished a full-ride scholarship playing tennis. From Brent’s college experience, he was able to learn customer service, strategic planning, leadership, and management. After graduation, Brent had a passion for restaurants, bars and nightclubs and decided to join his brother, Brad in the hospitality industry sharing his expertise and strengths with the financial aspect of the business. Brent now serves as the Steven Hospitality Group’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) where he is responsible for controlling costs, drafting reports and acquiring loans for all their businesses. He is finding ways to streamline operations, managing strategies and has a well-rounded knowledge of all facets of the business. Over the past 17 years, Brent has grown to evolve and continue to advance on how the hospitality industry should operate financially. Brent continues to learn by traveling and has visited five different continents. He has a passion for enjoying the best food and drinks in the world.