Meghan Ann Hellenga

Meghan Ann Hellenga has a diverse work experience that spans across various industries. Meghan Ann is currently the Chief Operating Officer at Woodlawn United, a position they have held since June 2022. Prior to this role, they served as the Vice President of the Birmingham Parks & Rec Board at the City of Birmingham starting in October 2022.

From December 2017 to June 2022, Meghan worked at the Birmingham Museum of Art. Meghan Ann held the position of James Milton and Sallie R. Johnson Deputy Director, where they played a key role in the museum's operations. Before that, they worked as the Associate Director of Development and as a Development Officer, focused on grants and individual giving.

Meghan also has experience as a consultant at Lampstead Solutions, LLC, where they worked from December 2013 to September 2014.

Meghan Ann has extensive nonprofit experience as well. From January 2013 to January 2014, they served as the Administrative Director of Programs at AIDS Alabama, overseeing government-funded grants and managing a significant portion of the organization's budget. Prior to that, they were the Director of Development, responsible for marketing, fundraising, and public relations.

Additionally, Meghan worked at the Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama as a Grant Writer from January 2010 to March 2011, and as a Graduate Assistant at the University of Alabama at Birmingham from September 2008 to May 2010.

Their earliest work experience was at REI, where they worked from October 2000 to July 2007, gaining experience in various roles such as Administrative Specialist, Customer Service, Auditor, Retail Floor, and more.

Overall, Meghan Ann Hellenga has a strong background in operations, development, and nonprofit management, with a proven track record in leadership positions.

Meghan Ann Hellenga completed their Bachelor of Art degree in 2003 at The University of Texas at Austin, with a major in English and a minor in Art History. Meghan Ann later pursued a Masters degree in Public Administration from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, graduating in 2010. In 2018, Meghan attended the Museum Leadership Institute, where they focused on NextGen Organizational Leadership. In 2019-2020, they participated in the Momentum Executive Leadership Program.