Steven Pearce is a vice president on our national infrastructure and economic development team, where he advises clients on complex, high-value projects across the country. He specializes in guiding companies through the stages of the site selection process, helping them navigate incentives, infrastructure and stakeholder engagement to bring major investments to life.

Steven has partnered with a wide range of domestic and international companies—from advanced manufacturing operations to renewable energy to corporate headquarters and technology hubs—delivering data-driven solutions that align business goals with community priorities to result in mutually beneficial and successful site selection projects.

Prior to joining McGuireWoods Consulting, Steven led business recruitment efforts in the Charlotte and St. Louis metro areas, where he helped secure significant job creation and capital investment for both regions.

A recognized voice in the field, Steven is a regular speaker on economic development and site selection trends, and his insights have been featured in leading industry publications.

He holds an MBA and a bachelor’s degree in marketing and supply chain management from East Carolina University. A native of North Carolina, Steven lives in the Raleigh area with his wife, Lauren, and their two sons.