Team Members
President & CEO
Director of Programs
Director of Programs
Programs and Operations Manager
Director of Senior Leaders Program
Administrative Assistant
Deputy Director
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steve@starfinderfoundation.org
Stephen H. Baumann is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Starfinder Foundation. With more than 30 years of educational, museum, and soccer experience, Baumann oversees and drives the overall strategic vision of the organization.
Formerly President of the National Soccer Hall of Fame and Museum in Oneonta, New York, Executive Director of Kidspace Children's Museum in Pasadena, California, Vice President of Education and Programs at Liberty Science Center in Jersey City, New Jersey and Director of Educational Technology Programs at The Franklin Institute Science Museum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Baumann has been a proponent of creative mission-enhancing programming, the integration of appropriate technological innovation, and the adoption of novel earned and contributed revenue strategies in the non-profit environment. A lifelong educator, Steve taught grades 2, 3, and 4 in the Fairfax County Virginia Public Schools and also served as an adjunct professor at both Rosemont College in Rosemont, Pennsylvania and George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia.
Baumann has authored articles for national museum-based publications and journals such as Museum News, THE Journal, and the Journal of Museum Education. He also has delivered numerous presentations at annual conferences of the Association of Children's Museums and Association of Technology-Science Centers.
Steve was an All-American soccer player at the University of Pennsylvania and played three years for the Miami Toros of the North American Soccer League. He also coached high school and club soccer in Virginia, was a licensed referee, and was the men's varsity soccer coach at Penn from 1987-1993.
Baumann holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education from the University of Pennsylvania, and Master of Science degree in science education from the University of Virginia.
Nick Chrisanthon graduated from Lafayette College with a BA in Economics and Business. While at Lafayette, Nick was a 3-time All Patriot League selection- earning the Conference Defensive Player of the year in his senior season. Nick still ranks as the league's all-time career assist leader with 33. From 1997 to 2005 Nick played on several professional teams including: the Philadelphia Kixx, the Reading Rage, Philadelphia Freedom, Delaware Wizards, Hershey Wildcats and the Richmond Kickers. Chrisanthon's coaching career began in 1999 as an assistant coach at Great Valley High School. After a year at GVHS, Nick was the assistant coach at Widener University for a year and, subsequently, at Villanova University for two years. From 2003 through 2007, Chrisanthon coached at Conrad Weiser High School in Robesonia, PA. During that time he helped run and coach at the F.C. Revolution Soccer Club. Nick brought his soccer playing and coaching expertise to Starfinder in December, 2007.
Jeanette Hibbs joined the Starfinder team in April, 2008 after supporting the programs as a volunteer for several months. She was a member of the Temple University Women's Soccer Team from 1999 to 2002 and graduated with a BA in Business Administration. Prior to joining Starfinder full-time, Jeanette was an Accountant for SunGard Higher Education and QC Laboratories.
Following graduation, Hibbs played semi-professional soccer from 2003 through 2006 with the Hampton Roads Piranhas (2003 W-League Champions) and Philadelphia Liberty. Jeanette's coaching experience includes serving as a volunteer coach with the Temple University Women's Soccer Team in 2004 and as a Program Coach for the Black Women in Sport Foundation in 2001 and 2002. From 2003 through 2005, Hibbs also coached at the club level for teams in both Pennsylvania and Virginia.
Stephen joined Starfinder on a full-time basis in September of 2009 after spending several months working with our programs. Stephen received his bachelor's degree from Rider University in 2002 and a M.Ed. in Sport and Recreation Administration from Temple University in 2009. Prior to his time at Starfinder, Stephen was an Assistant Director of Admissions at Rider University and the Director of Operations and Ticketing for the Philadelphia Freedoms (WTT).
In addition to his previous working experience, Stephen brings a strong soccer background to Starfinder. While attending Rider, he was both the captain and MVP in his senior year. He has also coached at the youth club level in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, and served as an assistant coach at both Rider and Villanova Universities.
Herb joined Starfinder in October 2007. His skills in human relations, soccer, and youth development make him a perfect fit for his role with our high school group. He played varsity soccer at Drexel and is now completing his bachelor's degree in engineering at Drexel.
215-764-5410
Heidi Warren
Deputy Director
215-779-9426
heidi@starfinderfoundation.org
Heidi brings to Starfinder over eighteen years of experience in nonprofit management and leadership. She has worked with Starfinder since 2002, originally as its Chief Operating Officer and later as the Financial Controller. In addition to her work with Starfinder, she worked for many years as an independent consultant, guiding the development of nonprofit arts, educational, and social service organizations throughout Philadelphia. She is committed to helping nonprofit organizations thrive through the development and implementation of practices that promote clarity of purpose, institutional integrity, shared vision, and responsible action. Warren holds a B.A. in urban studies from Haverford College and Certificates in Participatory Strategic Planning and Group Facilitation Methods from the Institute for Cultural Affairs. As an eight-year-old, Heidi proudly played fullback for the Chocolate Chips intramural team.
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