Danielle Stepner

Danielle Stepner is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in global payroll, financial compliance, and cross-border operations. With a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and current studies toward a Master of Arts in International Relations at Johns Hopkins SAIS, Danielle combines technical expertise with a focus on international economics, security, and gender issues in conflict zones. They have contributed to organizations such as the Middle East Media Research Institute, where they conducted open-source research, and IEEE, where they led payroll operations across multiple continents. Danielle is passionate about merging operational precision with geopolitical insight to foster inclusive policies and effective governance.