Heather Wadia

Heather Wadia has a strong background in marketing and communications. Heather currently holds the position of Senior Director of Brand Marketing at OMSI since May 2022. Prior to this, from May 2018 to April 2022, they served as the Director of Communications & Marketing for the Oregon/SW Washington and Montana branches of the American Heart Association.

Heather also has experience in event management. From April 2011 to December 2019, they served on the operations teams for various women's conferences, including the Texas, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Watermark Silicon Valley Conferences for Women. In this role, they managed key elements in the exhibit halls and coordinated various reception elements.

Earlier in their career, Heather held the position of Vice President, Corporate Practice at MSL Group from August 2005 to August 2009. There, they directed client activities related to corporate reputation, crisis management, sustainability initiatives, public education campaigns, events, and media relations. Additionally, they were responsible for managing client relationships, staff, budget oversight, and development of strategic initiatives.

Heather's work experience also includes a role as Director at Public Strategies from March 1999 to August 2005.

Heather Wadia holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications, Journalism from Fordham University. Additionally, they have obtained a certification from the Nonprofit Management Institute at the Center for Social Innovation, Stanford Graduate School of Business.