Stephen Groomster is an author, poet, and motivational speaker. Raised primarily by a working-class single mother, and having gone through challenging stages in life, he understands issues facing today's society with deep empathy. He was the first in his family to earn a college degree. Through his career in the banking and financial technology world, he understands the importance of a strong and healthy economy. He is the founder of TakeFlight 777, LLC, a motivational and inspirational business that creates books, inspirational products and services which encourages people of faith. His debut book: Inspiration for the Christian Journey: Messages of Hope and Reflection for Generations Vol. I, was completed in 2024. The prose and poetry book was designed to inspire those of faith on-the-go but also facilitate a process to bring people to faith. Additionally, he is involved in the Faith Driven Entrepreneur program.