Stephen Copek

Stephen Copek has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Stephen is currently working at Blue Meridian Partners as a Portfolio Director, a position they assumed in October 2021. Prior to this, they served as a Senior Portfolio Associate at the same company from March 2019 to September 2021. Before joining Blue Meridian Partners, Stephen worked at the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) as a Portfolio Manager from 2018 to 2019. Stephen also gained valuable experience as an Associate Director at Arabella Advisors from 2014 to 2018. In addition, Stephen worked at Rotary International as a Strategy Development and Change Partner from 2013 to 2014, and as a Regional Grants Officer/Coordinator from 2009 to 2013. Stephen started their professional career as a Member of AmeriCorps, specifically with the American Red Cross, from 2008 to 2009. Stephen also served as a Volunteer in Agriculture with the Peace Corps in 2007.

Stephen Copek completed their undergraduate education at the University of Iowa, where they studied Political Science and obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2007. Stephen then pursued further education at DePaul University, graduating in 2011 with a Master's degree in Public Administration.