Our mission is to partner

with businesses, foundations, and nonprofits to create a healthier, greener, and more equitable world for the next generation.

Photo by Doug Loneman Photography.

Photo by Drew Altizer Photography.

Photo by Doug Loneman Photography.

ABOUT HEATHER

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Photo by Doug Loneman Photography.

Heather White is a nationally recognized conservation and environmental policy expert with extensive experience leading and advising non-profit organizations, including increasing organizational performance, managing change, guiding strategic planning, and directing innovative fundraising and advocacy campaigns. In 2019, she created Heather White Strategies, a consulting firm to help businesses, foundations, and nonprofits create a greener, healthier, and more equitable world. As President & CEO of Yellowstone Forever, Heather managed a complex merger to launch the official nonprofit partner of Yellowstone National Park. During her three-year tenure, she led the organization to raise more than $50 million from philanthropy, retail, and educational programming, provided $18 million in cash grants to the park, and quadrupled Yellowstone Forever’s digital reach to more than 825,000 online supporters. As Executive Director of EWG, Heather nearly doubled annual revenues to $13.7 million, created the first strategic plan and subsequent rebranding that increased web traffic by 40% to 23 million unique yearly visitors, and directed campaigns that resulted in corporate action and policy reform by activating its two million supporters. Heather has also served as an adjunct faculty member at Georgetown University Law Center, Director of Education Advocacy for the National Wildlife Federation, Counsel to US Senator Russ Feingold (D-Wis.), a presidential campaign staffer and recount attorney for Al Gore, and an associate at Bass, Berry & Sims law firm. In 2015, Heather was named one of the "Top 20 Women Leaders in Sustainability" by Green Building & Design magazine and "100 Women to Watch in Wellness" by MindBodyGreen. She's a frequent spokesperson in national media and has significant experience serving on national nonprofit boards.

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SERVICES

Fundraising, Marketing

& Advocacy Campaigns

Philanthropic

Advising

Strategic Planning

TESTIMONIALS

Laura Turner Seydel

Eco-Living Expert & Chair of the Captain Planet Foundation

Atlanta, GA

"Heather White's robust policy background and in-depth knowledge of environmental issues has helped her create innovative advocacy campaigns for public lands and environmental health. She is also an outstanding fundraiser with deep experience in corporate, individual donor, and online engagement. Heather's advice and insights will help your organization soar."

Asher Jay

Creative Conservationist & National

Geographic Explorer

Bozeman, MT

"Heather White is a discerning, solutions driven, passionate, energetic individual. She is a well-respected, dynamic leader in the conservation community. Her decisive leadership, diplomacy, and strong advocacy skills lead to impactful results."

Larry Schweiger

Author, Activist, & Past President of the National Wildlife Federation

Wexler, PA

"Heather White has more than 20 years experience in creating meaningful campaigns. Her analysis is creative, relevant, and impactful and she always puts clients first. Her work with the National Wildlife Federation was smart and strategic. Her integrity and intelligence make her a huge asset to any team."

Dan Wenk

Former Superintendent of Yellowstone National Park

Rapid City, SD

"Heather's creativity, work ethic, and passion lead to impressive results. Heather led a complex merger of nonprofits supporting Yellowstone and raised tens of millions for the park. She has tremendous experience in nonprofit organizations and is a terrific communicator, outstanding fundraiser, and strong leader."

Dianna Cohen

Founder & CEO of the Plastic Pollution Coalition

Los Angeles, CA

"Heather White is a well-respected, trusted leader in the environmental, sustainability, and human health sectors. Heather thinks strategically and her insights have been invaluable as we have built Plastic Pollution Coalition and the global movement towards a world free of plastic pollution."

Pratichi Shah

Founder & CEO of Flourish Talent Management Solutions

Washington, DC

"Heather White loves a challenge. Her intellect and leadership experience in the nonprofit sector result in creative solutions for advocacy and policy change. She can help advise you on how to make the winning difference in fundraising, marketing and advocacy campaigns."

Erin Brockovich

Consumer Advocate

Los Angeles, CA

"Heather White is an outstanding leader. She has more than 20 years experience in environmental law and policy. Her analysis and work ethic are game-changers for those who are lucky enough to work on her team. She is a strong change agent and can help you move the dial on issues you care about."

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Robin Hill-Emmons

Social Entrepeneur & Founder of Sow Much Good

Durham, NC

"Heather White is an excellent speaker and expert in creating dynamic strategies for fundraising and policy campaigns. She's responsive and focused. She can help unlock the creativity of your team and deliver strong impacts."

Ami Becker Aronson

Philanthropist & Feminine Design Strategist

Washington, DC

"Heather White's legal acumen and precision and experience working with boards of directors translates into strategic advice on complex nonprofit governance and compliance issues. If you are a donor or foundation director, she can help you navigate how and where to invest your philanthropic dollar to ensure the conscious deployment of capital for social change and impact."

MEDIA INTERVIEWS & OP-EDS

KBZK-Bozeman Interview: Native Trout Recovery	Face the State Interview: Yellowstone Forever	CBS This Morning Interview: Food Additives
Dr. OZ Interview: Toxic Food Additive in Sports Drinks	PBS News Hour Interview: Hexavalent Chromium & Drinking Water (@5 minutes)	MSNBC Interview with Erin Brockovich: West Viriginia Chemical Spill
Fox News A Healthy You Interview: Healthy Food	Dr. Oz Interview: Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria	Dr. OZ Interview: Antibacterial Products
PBS To the Contrary Interview: Personal Care Product Safety	Dr. OZ Interview: Artificial Sweeteners in Milk & Food Labeling	PBS To the Contrary Interview: WV Chemical Spill