Heather Willden

Heather Willden, CSEP, CHE, has extensive experience in event management and program coordination, currently serving as Director of SEPA Programs at the Smart Electric Power Alliance since August 2021. Heather is also a volunteer Show Logistics & Education Program Coordinator for the Salt Lake Offroad Expo, where responsibilities include developing the education program and managing vendor relationships. As a part-time instructor and event manager at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas since 2003, Heather has facilitated numerous event planning courses and coordinated over 100 alumni events annually. Previous roles include Director of Project Management at Core-apps by Community Brands, where management of over 100 client accounts was key. Educational credentials include a Master's degree in Hotel Administration, a Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management, and a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Administration, all from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas.