FOUNDER & CEO OF FOUNTAIN FORWARD - FOUNDER #SAMEHERE C-SUITE - CO-FOUNDER OF BOAT COUNT INVESTMENTS
I was born in Wisconsin, live in Houston and I love to build, invest in, and market small businesses! My passion is to share stories about business, mental health, friends, and personal development. I didn’t learn in a traditional manner, so I’m here documenting “lived experiences” to help you on your personal journey regardless of how you learn. Whether it’s helping you take calculated risks, avoiding unnecessary failure, or merely helping you think through your current situation, I love seeing people make the most pragmatic decision!
I am proud to lead a team of motivated individuals at Fountain Forward since 2011.
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I Write about Business, Mental health
and personal development
- Bob Lanham - Head of automotive - meta -
“He’s straight to the point, knows what works
and is not distracted by noise. I greatly respect that and believe it’s one of the main reasons
he’s very successful for his Clients.”
- justin furstenfeld - lead singer - blue october -
“When it comes
to public speaking I respect him even more because he cuts right to the point and puts
feelings aside.”
- Eric Kussin - founder - #sameHere Global -
“Stephen’s dedication to championing Mental Health with his involvement as
the founder of the #SameHere C-Suite alliance speaks for itself. He’s your guy.”
What I've got to say about: Life, Business
and everything in between.
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Everything Worthwhile is Uphill
This week was a challenging one. Character building week.
It was on Saturday as I was digesting my week that I realized there’s a metamorphosis happening in my professional and personal life at the same time.
I’m surrounded by amazing people and I’m spending a ton of time working on myself and my approach to life. This is causing friction on both sides of my life.
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NADA 2026 – A Huge Step Forward
This week was what I believe to be the most impactful National Automotive Dealers Association show of my career.
When it comes down to a calendar full of meetings this was essentially the opposite. Instead, this trip was much more about organic development and a focus on key relationships and less noise.
The trip began with a plane ride with one of our long-time clients but with the owners who I have spent very little time with. Once we got to Las Vegas it moved into having lunch together and then also dinner that evening.