Steven Bitner

Steve holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science (Computational Geometry), as well as both an MS and BS in Computer Science. Prior to Fareness, Steve built multivariate testing, caching, query optimization, and a variety of other systems while working at Answers.com. Steve holds a top-secret security clearance, having previously developed advanced warfighting simulation software for the US Army.

Steve served for six years in the US Navy on the USS Chicago, a nuclear-powered Los Angeles class fast attack submarine. During his time in the Navy, where he had the opportunity to visit many global destinations, as well as in his personal life, Steve has been an avid and scrappy traveler. He was once known for flying to Tahiti with nothing but the clothes on his back and the sandy beach itself as his “5-star accommodations”.

One need look no further than his children to understand Steve’s passion for seeing the world; his kids are named after his two favorite European cities. Some day, Steve plans to see the world by sailboat with his family in tow -- a true explorer.