Steve Heckler

Steve Heckler—Steve Heckler is the Executive Director of IFest‑MN, bringing decades of leadership in cultural programming, international collaboration, and large‑scale event production. His career includes significant contributions to the Festival of Nations in St. Paul, the International Institute of Minnesota, JazzMN, and numerous other arts and community organizations. Steve managed IndiaFest for many years, connected us with other community organizations and festival committees, supported our Grant proposals, and has always been an advocate for IAM.