Marketing & Partnerships Committee Co-Chair
Council Member since 2022
Current Term expires in 2025
New Jersey, USA
Heather Andersen is the CEO and President of Special Olympics New Jersey and currently holds one of the two Special Olympics At-Large position on the LETR Executive Council. Heather also services as the Co-Chair of the LETR Partnership & Outreach committee and the chair of the Special Olympics North America Leadership Council. Heather has been with the organization since 1996 and has held various crucial roles, including Vice President of Corporate Development and Chief Marketing Officer. Her journey within the Special Olympics Movement spans over two decades, with prior positions at Special Olympics Ontario and Special Olympics Florida. Andersen’s diverse roles have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the organization’s operations, enabling her to excel in administrative support, volunteer management, fundraising, corporate partnerships, and the enhancement of technology and communications strategies.
Andersen’s academic background includes an MBA in Sport Administration from the University of Ottawa and a BS in Kinesiology from McMaster University in Canada. Residing on the Jersey Shore with her husband and their twin daughters, she is deeply committed to advancing the mission and vision of Special Olympics. Her leadership is driven by a personal connection to the cause, inspired by the athletes and supported by her family, volunteers, and the broader community. Her dedication continues to propel Special Olympics towards new heights of success and inclusion.
Contact Heather at hba@sonj.org