Steven Palmer is a Senior Director at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Colleagues describe him as "When Malcolm Gladwell wrote about matchmakers in "The Tipping Point" I believe he had Steven in mind. I have had the pleasure to know Steven personally for many years. He has served as a trusted advisor for me and my career pursuits. Steven has a special gift for bringing the world together. Steven is always willing to lean into his relationships to foster new connections and help those he meets along the way. Highly driven, extremely reliable, and a true Renaissance man, Steven has a vast set of experiences – from a military officer, an international business leader, and college professor to an outdoorsman and yoga instructor. Steven would be a true asset to any organization.", "Steven Palmer and I have known each other for twenty-plus years. Steve's that special breed of person that constantly seeks to push the limits. Never satisfied to rest on his laurels, he finds new challenges and faces them head on. An asset to every organization he's been a part of, Steve is an innovator and forward thinker. His tenacity and vision are second to none. No matter the obstacle, he'll find a way to surmount it. And he manages to do it with a smile on his face. In the battlefield of life there is nobody I'd rather have beside me.", and "I am fortunate to have known Steve for many years. There isn’t anyone who’s opinions, perspective and advice I respect more. He has always demonstrated enviable commitment and integrity."