Stephen Trout
About Stephen Trout
Stephen Trout serves as the Director of Strategic Partnerships at Clear Ballot Group, where he has worked since 2024. He holds a JD from the University of California, Davis - School of Law, and has extensive experience in government partnerships and election innovation.
Work at CLEAR
Stephen Trout currently serves as the Director of Strategic Partnerships at Clear Ballot Group, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on developing and managing relationships that enhance the company's strategic initiatives. His previous experience at Clear Ballot Group includes serving as the Director of Election Innovation from 2014 to 2016, where he contributed to the advancement of election technology and processes.
Education and Expertise
Stephen Trout obtained his Juris Doctor (JD) from the University of California, Davis - School of Law, where he studied from 1990 to 1993. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Managerial Economics from the University of California, Davis, completing his studies from 1988 to 1990. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science, also from the University of California, Davis, which he pursued concurrently with his studies in Managerial Economics.
Background
Stephen Trout has a diverse professional background in the election technology sector. Before his current role at Clear Ballot Group, he worked at VotingWorks as the Head of Government Partnerships from 2021 to 2024. His experience spans various aspects of election management, including strategic partnerships and innovation in election processes.
Previous Roles
Before joining VotingWorks, Stephen Trout held a significant role at Clear Ballot Group as the Director of Election Innovation from 2014 to 2016. In this capacity, he was involved in initiatives aimed at improving election systems and technologies. His career reflects a commitment to enhancing the electoral process through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions.