Stephen BirtsasStephen Birtsas is a seasoned consulting leader with over 20 years of experience building and leading high-performing consulting organizations around the world. He has advised Fortune 500 companies on digital transformation, operational strategy, andinnovation across industries. With a unique blend of practical experience and thought leadership, Stephen brings a modern, human-centered approach to consulting in the AI-first era. He holds an MBA from Pepperdine University and dual undergraduate degrees from Michigan State University in Supply Chain Management and Packaging. The Modern Consultant is his first book, written to inspire and equip the next generation of consultants to thrive in a world of constant change.Known for his direct style and bias for action, Birtsas cuts through the noise to focus on what matters: mindset, value, and client impact. The Modern Consultant captures the lessons, tools, and truths he's learned from two decades on the front lines of consulting in a world that refuses to stand still. Read More Read Less