Steven Ross

Background

About Steven Ross

Steven Ross is a dynamic executive leader and lifelong conservationist with nearly 20 years of experience advancing environmental and social impact through strategic fundraising, government relations, and public engagement. As a Certified Fund Raising Executive, Steven has led major development portfolios, secured transformational funding, and built enduring partnerships across the nonprofit, corporate, and public sectors. In his current role as Chief Development & External Relations Officer, Steven oversees integrated strategies that align fundraising, advocacy, and cause-marketing to drive mission success. He is a trusted voice in external relations, known for building collaborations, influencing policy, and mobilizing communities around conservation goals. Steven holds a Bachelor’s in Nonprofit Studies from Mount Royal University and a Master’s in Environment & Management from Royal Roads University. His graduate research, “Measuring Partnership Value,” explored how corporations assess the impact of their investments in environmental NGOs—underscoring his expertise in aligning corporate social responsibility with environmental outcomes. Throughout his career, Steven has remained deeply committed to environmental stewardship, contributing his leadership and voice to initiatives that foster community-based conservation solutions. His work reflects a blend of strategic acumen, relationship-building, and a passion for protecting nature for future generations. Find out more about Steven on his website: