Our Staff

Ste’fon Ikner

Ste’fon Ikner, hailing from Essex County, NJ, overcame personal tragedy and early challenges to become a beacon of hope and success. After losing his father at 11 and facing severe depression, he found a turning point in sports and business education, first glimpsing its transformative power at Seton Hall Preparatory School. His journey continued at Delaware University, where he earned a degree in Business Management with a focus on marketing, supported by mentors who guided him towards entrepreneurship. Today, Ste’fon runs Ikner Consultant Group, a marketing firm that bolsters small businesses and has collaborated with notable brands like Fanduel, NJPAC, Audible, and Doordash. As a dynamic speaker, he inspires youth with messages of financial literacy, self-empowerment, and the importance of embracing individuality. Ste’fon embodies the belief that past struggles do not dictate future potential, showcasing that determination, hard work, and courage can forge a new destiny.Through his work at Spoken Heroes and the production of the “Sessions with Steven” podcast, produced under his media company Spoken Entertainment, Steven continues to make a positive impact in the community and hopes to leave a legacy through Spoken Heroes.

Steven McCoy is the founder and President of Spoken Heroes, a dedicated advocate for empowering individuals with disabilities and promoting inclusivity. Making history as the World’s First Black DeafBlind Journalist, Steven has inspired many with his achievements. His impressive list of accomplishments includes serving as the Board of Director for the Usher Syndrome Coalition and on the Leadership Board for Foundation Fighting Blindness, the DeafBlind Facilitator for The National Federation for The Blind of New Jersey. Steven served as a fellow in a fellowship at RespectAbility in Entertainment and News Media and Writing Pad for TV Comedy 101 where he was coached by Todd Waldman on television script development. He also was a Script Writer for BET’s “106th & Park”. Steven became a Host for Radio Disney and became a Disney Alumni Inductee, he was honored as one of 2022’s AT&T’s “Black Future Maker.” He is a Representative for the State of New Jersey Rehabilitation Council and holds an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Certificate from New York State. Steven has been recognized with the Oklahoma State Award by the Oklahoma State Rehabilitation Council, the Excellence Award by the Multicultural Media Correspondents Association, and the “Take the Lead” award by the National Association of Black Journalists. Steven consulted on various animation films and gaming projects to implement inclusion.
Through his work at Spoken Heroes and the production of the “Sessions with Steven” podcast, produced under his media company Spoken Entertainment, Steven continues to make a positive impact in the community and hopes to leave a legacy through Spoken Heroes.

Ste’fon Ikner

Ste’fon Ikner, hailing from Essex County, NJ, overcame personal tragedy and early challenges to become a beacon of hope and success. After losing his father at 11 and facing severe depression, he found a turning point in sports and business education, first glimpsing its transformative power at Seton Hall Preparatory School. His journey continued at Delaware University, where he earned a degree in Business Management with a focus on marketing, supported by mentors who guided him towards entrepreneurship. Today, Ste’fon runs Ikner Consultant Group, a marketing firm that bolsters small businesses and has collaborated with notable brands like Fanduel, NJPAC, Audible, and Doordash. As a dynamic speaker, he inspires youth with messages of financial literacy, self-empowerment, and the importance of embracing individuality. Ste’fon embodies the belief that past struggles do not dictate future potential, showcasing that determination, hard work, and courage can forge a new destiny.Through his work at Spoken Heroes and the production of the “Sessions with Steven” podcast, produced under his media company Spoken Entertainment, Steven continues to make a positive impact in the community and hopes to leave a legacy through Spoken Heroes.

Tiffany Davis

Tiffany Davis is the Operations Director for Spoken Heroes. A New Jersey native and a dedicated advocate for community empowerment. With a Business Management degree from Montclair State University, she has over 10 years of experience in operations management within the Newark, NJ school system. Driven by her passion for uplifting her community, Tiffany ensures that individuals feel loved, valued, and heard.

Through her career, she has witnessed the growth of countless children into confident young adults. Tiffany’s commitment to operational improvements and strategic planning has contributed to organizational growth and high operational standards. As an expert in team building and family engagement, she proudly supports Spoken Heroes’ mission to foster inclusive environments where everyone feels supported and understood.