As Executive Director of the American Transplant Foundation, Heidi Heltzel is at the helm of the ship, leading the organization by launching Foundation programs, directing fund raising efforts and ensuring that the American Transplant Foundation fulfills its mission.
Heidi was previously the Vice President of Government Affairs at the Colorado Association of Commerce and Industry (CACI), the State Chamber of Commerce. CACI advocates free enterprise through a public policy agenda that works towards a prosperous business climate in Colorado.
She gained visibility in the policy arena as CACI’s spokesperson for the Colorado business community at the State legislature. In addition to her policy work, Heidi also directed CACI’s political action committee, the Colorado Public Affairs Council.
Prior to her policy leadership at CACI, Heidi was well regarded as a policy analyst at the Office of the Legislative Council, which is the nonpartisan research arm of the Colorado General Assembly.
Heidi is on the boards of Parent Pathways and the Curious Theater. She is also a member of Research America and the University Club.
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