Wendy Pearson

Wendy Pearson is an experienced professional in strategic development and community engagement, currently serving as the Manager of Strategic Initiatives at Kansas City Public Library since July 2016, focusing on promoting digital literacy, sustainable employment, and lifelong learning. Previous roles include coordinating education and career advancement initiatives and acting as a Digital Inclusion Fellow to bridge the digital divide for adults in Kansas City. Wendy has also held positions such as Director of Development and Marketing at Wildwood Outdoor Education Center and Development Director at Topeka Habitat for Humanity, where responsibilities included donor cultivation, grant writing, community outreach, and event planning. Academic credentials include a Master of Public Administration in Nonprofit Management from the UMKC Henry W. Bloch School of Management and a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Washburn University.