Heather Staples

Heather Staples is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in operations management, marketing, and project management across various industries. Currently serving as Senior Operations Manager at Bezos Academy, Heather supports the establishment and ongoing management of tuition-free preschools in underserved communities. Previous roles include Consulting Director of Marketing and Community Outreach at Nitze-Stagen & Company, Inc., and District Manager for Home Services at Redfin, where strategic leadership enhanced operational efficiencies. As Executive Director at Impact Hub Seattle, Heather drove initiatives addressing social and environmental challenges. Heather co-owned Staples Restaurant Group as COO and Development Director, overseeing multiple restaurant and event space projects while ensuring exceptional customer experiences. Prior project management positions were held at notable companies such as Callison RTKL, Garden Botanika, Starbucks, and JPC. Educational qualifications include ongoing executive education at UW Foster School of Business and a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Design and Architecture from the University of Colorado Boulder.