Steve is a native of the Northwest growing up in Chewelah and settling in the Okanogan Valley. He has been auctioneering for over twenty-five years. Aside from his auction business he and his wife, Jeanne, run their cattle ranch and logging operations. Steve has many friends in the art world and is well respected among western artists. Some of the art auctions he has worked include; The Spokane Western Art Show, Western Reflections Art Show and Auction, Washington and Idaho, Celebration of Western Art, Omak Stampede Western Art Show, Ducks Unlimited Auctions, Methow Valley Arts Alliance and Northwest Territory Auction. Steve also donates his service to the many charity auctions throughout the country. He and his family make their home on the family ranch just outside of Okanogan.