Stephanie is originally from Denver, Colorado. She holds a MA with a Certificate of Advanced Study in Art Conservation, specializing in objects conservation, from Buffalo State College, graduating in 2018.

She has worked with a wide range of materials and collections at esteemed institutions, including the National Museum of the American Indian, the Midwest Art Conservation Center, and the University of Arizona under contract with the National Park Service. Stephanie is particularly passionate about collaborating with Native communities to develop culturally sensitive treatment approaches and object care practices.

In addition to her conservation work, Stephanie lead a global team focused on creating conservation photography workflows for the American Institute for Conservation (AIC) Wiki.

Since 2022, Stephanie has served as the Associate Conservator of Objects at the Milwaukee Art Museum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.