Steve Hardin is a visionary finance leader with over 15 years of experience driving strategy, performance, and innovation across the financial services industry. He currently serves as Financial Business Director of Corporate Finance at Nationwide, where he leads a high-performing team responsible for managing over $280 million in corporate technology and real estate budgets. Known for transforming financial operations into strategic assets, Steve has spearheaded enterprise-wide efficiency initiatives, modernized financial reporting using tools like Power BI, and championed a culture of continuous learning and development.

Steve brings to the Short North Stage Board of Directors a unique blend of analytical rigor, collaborative leadership, and creative problem-solving. His expertise in strategic planning, capital allocation, and financial transformation is matched by a passion for building inclusive, high-impact teams. With a career marked by forward-thinking execution and trusted advisory to senior executives, Steve is a dynamic asset to the governance and growth of Short North Stage. His commitment to the arts, paired with his deep understanding of finance and operations, strengthens the organization’s ability to thrive both artistically and financially.