Heather Strelecki
About Heather Strelecki
Heather Strelecki serves as the Director of Development at AIGA Design, where she leads fundraising efforts and manages projects to enhance access to collections. She has a diverse background in arts management, having held various roles at organizations such as the New York Public Library and STERIS, and she holds degrees from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania and Pratt Institute.
Current Role at AIGA Design
Heather Strelecki serves as the Director of Development at AIGA Design, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she leads fundraising efforts to support core programs and initiatives. She also manages projects that enhance access to collections and promote research and inspiration. Additionally, she facilitates committees to identify and recognize creative talent and excellence within the design community.
Previous Experience at AIGA Design
Prior to her current role, Heather Strelecki held several positions at AIGA Design. She worked as the Archives Director from 2016 to 2019, overseeing the organization’s archives and special collections. She also served as the Director of Special Projects from 2012 to 2014 and as an Information Specialist from 2004 to 2011. During her tenure, she improved policies and procedures for membership transactions and defined the registration process for conferences and events.
Education and Professional Development
Heather Strelecki has a diverse educational background. She earned a Master of Science degree from Pratt Institute, studying from 2006 to 2008. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, achieved between 1993 and 1997. In 2017, she completed a Certificate in Business Perspectives for Creative Leaders at Yale School of Management. Additionally, she participated in the Community Arts Leadership Program and the Bloomberg Philanthropies Arts Advancement Initiative.
Writing and Editorial Experience
Heather Strelecki began her career as a Contributing Writer for Erie Times-News, where she worked from 2001 to 2003. This role allowed her to develop her writing and editorial skills. She also gained experience in public relations as a Public Relations Assistant at the Museum of Arts & Design from 2003 to 2004.
Involvement in Arts Organizations
Heather has been actively involved in various arts organizations. She served as a board member at Kentler International Drawing Space in Brooklyn and worked as a consultant for the organization in 2009. Additionally, she held positions as a Gallery Assistant and contributed to projects that highlight cultural history and design, such as I Heart NY and AIGA 100: A Century of Design.