Stephen has over 25 years of experience in sales, marketing, customer service, training & support. His goal is to help small and medium businesses surpass their objectives by providing world-class business growth, sales and management training.His professional career began in Japan, where he utilized his fluency in spoken Japanese by working for a major medical electronics manufacturer. Since returning to the United States in 1987, Stephen’s career has included various management positions with Duty Free Shoppers, Ross Dress For Less, Office Depot and Gateway Computers. Stephen started his “dream job” as a business growth consultant in 2004, and he now focuses on his favorite professional skills (teaching, coaching and selling) to help individuals and organizations achieve their dreams. Stephen sits on the board of directors of the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce, is a Distinguished Toastmaster and gives motivational speeches to professional and educational groups.Stephen graduated from San Jose State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, concentrating in International Business, and has a minor in the Japanese language. He has been happily married for over 24 years, has a daughter who recently graduated from UC San Diego (and currently works in Japan) and a son who is a college freshman..Specialties: Through his expertise in communication & sales excellence, business development, business infrastructure, coaching and public speaking, Stephen helps senior & junior professionals be more successful. He is fluent in spoken Japanese and has a passion for building relationships and helping others...