Our Team

iEARN-USA is proud to have a diverse and inclusive team, where differences are valued and celebrated. Our team is passionate about our work and committed to being global citizens. Collaboration is at the core of the iEARN philosophy, and our team members mirror the style we encourage for our student project work.

Executive Director

Stefanie Ortiz-Cidlik

Program Manager

Ligaya Beebe

Grants Program Assistant

Meike Faber

Development and Communications Manager

Julia Heitner

Program Coordinator

Emma James

Program Manager

Gloria Kang

Program Manager

Signe Knutson

Professional Development Manager

Rachel Manley

Director of Grant Programs

Christine McCaleb

Director of Education

Jennifer Russell

Manager of Membership Services

Nicole Weitzner

Technology Project Manager

Steven Wexler