Heather Kachel

Heather Kachel serves as the Director of Strategic Partnerships at the U.S. Energy Foundation, having started in May 2023, and previously held the role of Senior Manager in the same department. Kachel has extensive experience in nonprofit management, having worked at MoveOn from August 2016 to April 2023 in various capacities, including Donor Relations Director and Philanthropy Manager. Additional experience includes serving as a Strategic Consultant for Bayes Impact and as a Communications Director for Climate Resolve. Kachel's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science, Policy, and Management from the University of Minnesota, obtained in 2011. Kachel's work focuses on supporting progressive organizations through communication, finance, and administrative expertise.