Raena Steffen is a graduate of the University of South Florida Athletic Training Education Program, earning her bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training with a minor in Public Health in 2009. She later returned to the University to earn her post-professional master's degree in Medical Sciences, with a concentration in Athletic Training and Pediatric Sports Medicine, graduating in 2013.

During her career as a certified athletic trainer, Raena has worked across a variety of settings, including in administration, the physician clinic, the rehabilitation clinic, research, secondary schools, and national-team sports. Her areas of clinical interest include biomechanics evaluation, adjustment, and application to sports performance, and mental health, sleep health, and application to sports performance. She has received recognition in the form of the Outstanding Service Award from USF’s Athletic Training Program in 2023, the Patriot Award from Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve in 2024, and the Athletic Trainers’ Association of Florida Clinical Athletic Trainer of the Year in 2025.

In her free time, Raena enjoys spending her time reading, baking, gardening, and spending time with her significant other, her dog, Dora, and her friends. Additionally, Raena is an active member of the Junior League of Tampa, serving as the Advocacy Manager and participating in various community service programs, awareness campaigns, and charity events.