Biography
Heather Cook joined WomenVenture in 2026 as the Advancement Team’s new Marketing Manager. In this role she supports key marketing and communications priorities to further the organization’s brand and success of its programs. Heather is a Twin Cities transplant originally from Metro Detroit, Michigan. She attended Northern Michigan University and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts and Science in Communications Studies, accompanied dual minors in Public Relations and Art and Design.
Prior to joining the WomenVenture team, Heather served as Literacy Minnesota’s Marketing and Communications Manager, upholding all aspects of the agency’s Mission Advancement and Educator Resource initiatives. Prior to that, she came from the world sports marketing and was a front office member of The United Shore Professional Baseball League, managing community relations initiatives, fan experience, and game day promotions.
Outside of work, Heather lives for community art fairs and makers markets, thrifting hidden treasures, and enjoying visits to local restaurants with friends.