Heather W.

Heather W. has extensive work experience in the fields of public relations, strategic communications, and brand reputation management. Heather is currently employed at WE Communications as the Vice President for Microsoft AI, Research and Innovation. Prior to this role, they served as the Vice President for Microsoft Corporate External Legal Affairs at the same company. At WE Communications, they also worked as an Account Director for Microsoft Corporate External Legal Affairs, where they focused on public affairs, philanthropy, CSR, social impact, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, privacy, digital trust, and executive communications.

Before joining WE Communications, Heather W. worked at The Mosaic Company as a Senior Public Affairs Communications Specialist and a Public Affairs Communications Specialist. Heather also gained valuable experience at Padilla, where they held the position of Senior Account Executive & Social Media Consultant, managing PR and marketing campaigns for various clients. Additionally, they worked as an Account Executive and Assistant Account Executive at the same company.

Heather W. began their career as a Custom Publications & Communications Intern at MSP Communications, where they gained experience in writing, editing, and research. Prior to that, they served as a News Reporter at The Minnesota Daily.

Throughout their career, Heather W. has demonstrated expertise in communications, public relations, and brand management, working with high-profile clients and organizations.

Heather W. obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree with a major in Journalism and a minor in English from the University of Minnesota. Additionally, they hold a Certificate of Completion in Leadership and Team Development from the American Management Association, obtained in 2014.