Rachel Wilberding

Rachel Wilberding has a diverse work experience that spans over several industries. Rachel is currently working as the Associate Director of Community & Philanthropic Initiatives at The Institute for Functional Medicine since November 2021. Prior to that, they worked as the Manager of Strategic Partnerships & Philanthropic Initiatives at the same organization from January 2021 to November 2021.

Before joining The Institute for Functional Medicine, Rachel served as the Executive Director of the American Parkinson Disease Association from January 2019 to January 2021. Rachel also held the role of WI Community Development Director at the same organization from February 2018 to January 2019.

Rachel has previous experience as the owner of Wilberding Consulting from September 2014 to February 2018. Additionally, they worked as the Marketing & Operations Manager at Heritage Works during 2015.

Earlier in their career, Rachel worked as the Communications Manager for the School of Freshwater Sciences at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee from July 2013 to October 2014. Rachel also held the position of Director of Communications and Membership at The Water Council from January 2011 to July 2013.

Rachel'searliest work experience was as an Environmental Consultant at Natural Resource Technology from February 2008 to December 2010. In this role, they gained experience in environmental consulting, specifically in groundwater site investigation and remediation of contaminated sites.

Overall, Rachel Wilberding's work experience showcases their expertise in community and philanthropic initiatives, strategic partnerships, nonprofit management, consulting, and communications.

Rachel Wilberding earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Geography and Earth Science from Northern Michigan University. From 2005 to 2008, they attended the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee to study Geosciences, although the specific degree earned is not stated. In 2015-2016, Rachel obtained a Master's Degree in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine from the University of Western States.