Steve Schlief

Steve Schlief has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning several industries. Steve recently retired in 2022. Prior to retirement, they held the role of Chief Operating Officer at Universal Audio since September 2019. Before that, they worked as a Consultant in Supply Chain at the same company from April 2019. Previously, they served as the Vice President of Supply Chain at Versa Networks from May 2017 to April 2018. Steve also had roles as an Operation Advisory at Sugarlock LLC from February 2016 to May 2017, and as the Vice President of Operations at BrightSign LLC from 2010 to February 2016. Steve'searlier roles include being the Vice President of Strategic Sourcing at Avid Technology from 2004 to November 2010, the VP of Business Operations at Digital Networks North America from 2001 to 2004, the Vice President of Supply Chain at Celestica from 1998 to 2001, the Director of Supply Chain at Polycom from 1995 to 1998, and the Director of Operations at IEC Electronics from 1994 to 1995. Overall, Steve Schlief has had a successful career with a focus on supply chain management and operations.

Steve Schlief completed their education in a progressive fashion, starting with Santa Rosa Junior College from 1974 to 1976. During this period, the exact degree and field of study pursued remain unspecified. Subsequently, Steve enrolled at San Jose State University from 1976 to 1979, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management. Finally, they pursued an MBA in International Management from Santa Clara University Leavey School of Business between 1983 and 1986.