Helen Boomsma

Helen Boomsma is an experienced leader with a robust background in development and community relations. Currently serving as Executive Director at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center since May 2017 and holding the role of Vice President of Development and Community Relations at YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee since September 2014, Helen has demonstrated a commitment to organizational growth and community engagement. Prior experience includes serving as Senior Director of Development and Provost Liaison for University Advancement at Marquette University from August 2007 to September 2014 and as Director of Workforce Training and Development at the same institution from January 2000 to January 2007. Helen began a career in education as Director of the Lifelong Learning Institute at the Milwaukee School of Engineering from January 1995 to January 2000. Helen holds degrees in English from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and in Education with a focus on Higher Education from Alverno College.