Mr. Stepp has a proven track record in developing actionable strategic analyses, generating investment ideas and responsibly deploying capital.  He has served as the Chief Investment Officer for Matilda Stream Management, Inc., a single family office based in Louisiana, since 2014.  There, he is responsible for the creation of an overall asset allocation strategy as well as execution of the investment process he helped design.  On behalf of the Family, Mr. Stepp has successfully deployed capital across many asset classes including: private equity and debt, real estate, public securities and other alternative investments, including credit and hedge fund strategies.  He currently serves on the boards of private companies in which the Family has invested.  Prior to his current role, Mr. Stepp worked at investment banks including Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Wachovia Securities and Wasserstein Perella, in various capacities of increasing seniority.  He has acted as both principal and advisor on transactions including corporate restructurings, debt and equity capital raises, as well as mergers and acquisitions.  His industry experience has included:  Chemicals, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Aerospace & Defense, Technology & Telecommunications, and Gaming & Lodging among others. Mr. Stepp is a graduate of the Georgetown University College of Arts and Sciences.  He lives in Austin, Texas with his wife and two daughters.