Heather Todorov
About Heather Todorov
Heather Todorov serves as the Proposals and Adoptions Manager at Great Minds, where she leads a remote team in preparing bid responses for K-12 educational programs. With a background in program management and business development, she has held various roles in organizations such as Internet2 and Northwestern Mutual.
Current Role at Great Minds
Heather Todorov serves as the Proposals and Adoptions Manager at Great Minds, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she leads a remote team dedicated to developing responses for Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and submissions for state textbook adoptions in K-12 English Language Arts (ELA), math, and science core programs. She collaborates with executive leadership, regional sales directors, business unit leaders, and subject matter experts to ensure comprehensive and competitive bid responses. Additionally, she works closely with the legal department to ensure compliance with all necessary documents and forms required for proposals.
Previous Experience at Great Minds
Prior to her current role, Heather Todorov worked at Great Minds as an Account Representative from 2019 to 2020. During her tenure, she contributed to the company's efforts in engaging with K-12 districts and state governments. Her experience in this position laid the groundwork for her subsequent promotion to Proposals and Adoptions Manager, where she now oversees more complex proposal processes.
Professional Background
Heather Todorov has a diverse professional background, having held various roles across multiple organizations. She worked at Internet2 as a Senior Program Manager for 12 years, from 2001 to 2013. Her experience also includes positions at Northwestern Mutual as a Financial Representative in 2018, Columbia Business School as Associate Director at The Jerome A. Chazen Institute for Global Business from 1998 to 1999, and the William Davidson Institute at the University of Michigan as a Research Coordinator from 1995 to 1998. Additionally, she served as the National Member Engagement Manager and Senior Procurement Specialist at Merit Network from 2014 to 2018.
Education and Academic Background
Heather Todorov studied at the University of Michigan, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Political Science and Government. Her education has provided her with a strong foundation for her career in management and program development, particularly in the education sector.
Leadership and Team Management
In her current position at Great Minds, Heather Todorov oversees C-level partner relationships for key engagements, demonstrating her leadership capabilities. She manages a remote team focused on developing strategic proposals and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Her role requires effective communication and collaboration with various stakeholders, highlighting her ability to lead and manage diverse teams.