Canopy Management Consulting Group was established to utilize extensive industry experience and harness technological innovation to drive client success.
We've seen and experienced how complex, critical business and governmental issues can result in significant organizational cost and, just as importantly, negatively impact customer experience. Founders Damon Steffens and Brian Swords set out to create a company focused on providing quality consulting services to help organizations turn those issues into successes, for both the clients and their customers.
Meet Our TeamLeadership
Brian Swords
Managing Partner
Brian Swords is an Information Technology and Organizational Development executive. He has experience in both private and public sectors, and his career has included roles leading numerous areas of IT, organizational change management, project and program management, and organizational development.
Damon Steffens
Managing Partner
Damon Steffens is a finance and management executive. He has experience leading teams in the areas of finance and budget, procurement, contracts and grants, federal and state compliance, and human resources.
Staff
Ed Wynn
Managing Director, IT Consulting & Advisory Services
Ed Wynn is an Information Technology executive with a background in both private and public sectors. His passion for being a servant leader has been evident throughout his previous roles and he is gracious to others in sharing his expertise as a CIO, PMO, facilitator, coach, and instructor leveraging decades of experience in consulting and state service.
Joseph Gaines
Managing Director, Enterprise Services
Joseph Gaines is a knowledgeable Information Technology professional specializing in project management and business analysis. His experience has spanned both the public and private sectors, including significant experience in the implementation, administration, and operational improvement of federal and state grant programs and the systems and processes supporting those programs. He is a dedicated teammate, and his career has included leadership roles in IT, project and portfolio management, and organizational project governance.
Leah Mixon
Managing Director, Marketing
Leah Mixon is a a driven marketing professional with a passion for continuous learning and growth. In addition to leading marketing initiatives, she serves as a Consultant working with project management and business analysis with an emphasis on Information Technology. She is an MBA graduate and focuses on making connections with the Tallahassee community by networking, volunteering, and staying involved. Leah is eager to establish and build relationships with her clients and help them realize their definition of success.
Lemuel Toro
Managing Director, Accounting
Lemuel Toro is a Financial and Grants Management professional with extensive experience in public sector finance. He has held leadership roles in various Florida state agencies, overseeing critical functions such as grants management, federal reporting, and financial oversight. He has also played a critical role in the design, development, and deployment of several grants management systems built in Salesforce. As a Senior Consultant with Canopy, his strategic approach and expertise in finance empower organizations to achieve fiscal integrity and operational efficiency.
Rebbeca Beers
Managing Director, Salesforce
Rebbeca Beers is a Salesforce architect leading the design and implementation of Salesforce projects with a background in public sector work with state and local governmental agencies. She is passionate about supporting her community with technical solutions to everyday problems. Rebbeca is fourteen-times certified/accredited on the Salesforce platform and holds an MBA from Walsh College.
William Currie
Managing Director, Finance
Will Currie is a Financial and Grants Management professional. He has experience in government sectors at all levels and his career has included roles leading a variety of areas in government administration including finance, accounting, budget, personnel, procurement, and financial monitoring. As a Senior Consultant with Canopy, Will also leverages his considerable federal grant management experience when assisting clients with grant management and administration activities.
Amanda Street
Senior Consultant
Amanda Street is a knowledgeable and dynamic Information Technology professional with a background in project management, business analysis, relationship management, research, and organizational change. She has served in both private and public sector roles, with significant contributions to project governance, team leadership, and program management. Often sought out to bring order to complex efforts, she is both an empathetic and tactical team player.
Hunter Jones
Senior Consultant
Hunter Jones is an accomplished financial management executive with a diverse range of public and private sector experience. His fields of expertise include public and nonprofit finance, accounting, budget, state and federal grant compliance and administration, disaster recovery, higher education, and public policy. He has held leadership roles at all levels of state government and is responsible for the delivery of numerous technical and logistical solutions directing complex financial and operational systems.
Matthew Brock
Senior Consultant
Matthew Brock is an accomplished Information Technology professional with extensive experience in infrastructure architecture and datacenter operations. With a Master's degree in Information Studies from FSU and certifications in Azure Architecture, Azure Security, and Project Management, Matthew possesses a strong academic and professional background. He is well-versed in Azure, VMware virtualization, and storage technologies. His specialization lies in building and maintaining infrastructure solutions, whether on-premises or in the cloud.
Michael Braun
Senior Consultant
Michael Braun is a skilled Technology and Strategy professional with experience launching a wide range of business tools. He has designed and deployed solutions in process automation, data management, and field operations with a focus on improving user experience and reducing operational waste. Michael is a trained Project Management Professional who brings a passion for teamwork to each new project, making it easy to get work done and enjoy the work while doing it.
Sean McMahon
Consultant
Sean McMahon is a consultant with a focus on finance and grants management and a background in public sector work with state agencies. He earned his degree in Business Administration from Flagler College, where he developed a strong understanding of financial principles and cultivated analytical skills. Sean is eager to grow his career and gain more knowledge within this field.
Iyana Meeks
Consultant
Iyana Meeks is an ambitious Consultant with a focus on finance, reporting, and grants management. Holding a degree in Finance from Florida State University, she refined her aptitude for analytical thinking while developing a thorough understanding of financial and accounting principles. Iyana is passionate about utilizing her education and experience to deliver impactful solutions that drive client success. Eager to continue expanding her knowledge, she thrives on embracing new challenges and opportunities for growth within the field.
Mallory McCray
Junior Consultant
Mallory McCray is a motivated Consultant specializing in financial services and business analysis. Earning dual degrees in Business Administration and Political Science with a minor in Psychology, Mallory will be graduating from Florida State University in May of this year. Her aspirations include pursuing advanced degrees in business and law to further enhance her ability to innovate and lead. She brings a disciplined approach to problem-solving, coupled with experience in accounting principles and project management. Mallory’s passion lies in bridging business acumen with community impact, making her a valuable contributor to our mission-focused initiatives.
Alex Tornetta
Junior Consultant
Alex Tornetta is a driven Junior Consultant specializing in Salesforce solutions. Graduating this May from Florida State University with a degree in Statistics and minors in Computer Science and Mathematics, Alex plans to continue her education in the future to further build on her technical and problem solving skills. She combines a strong technical background with a passion for learning and solving complex challenges, designing efficient, user-friendly solutions.