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Special to the Advance

The Poarch Creek Indians named Steven Stewart in the position of chief information officer (CIO) with the Tribal government.

Stewart brings a wealth of experience in IT leadership along with a commitment to public service, making him qualified to lead the Tribe’s technology initiatives and build upon the department’s success.

A U.S. Navy veteran, Stewart served with distinction for 15 years and holds both a bachelor’s degree and an MBA from Western Governors University. For the past 10 years, he served as CIO for the Muckleshoot Tribe in Seattle, Wash. Prior to that, he served as director of IT at Yakama Legends Casino in Washington and as IT manager at Spirit Mountain Casino in Oregon.

“Steven’s extensive experience in Tribal Government IT and his commitment to excellence make him an invaluable addition to our leadership team,” said Tribal Chair and CEO Stephanie A. Bryan. “We are thrilled to have him on board and are confident that he will strengthen our IT infrastructure for the Poarch Creek Indians.”

Alongside his professional expertise, Stewart brings a personal background and wide range of interests. He is a third-generation lapidary, learning the art of gemstone cutting and jewelry crafting from his father and grandfather. He is also an avid traveler, having explored 26 countries and 49 U.S. states, and has a passion for motorsports, collecting and driving sports and vintage cars, and sim racing competitions. He is also an enthusiastic guitar player and enjoys outdoor activities like fishing.

“I look forward to working with the Poarch Creek Indians to create systems and strategies that not only serve the Tribe today but also lay a strong foundation for the future,” said Stewart.