Founder/Editor-in-Chief of (cool) progeny, a Baltimore resource for parents. (Cool) Progeny connects local businesses and services with area families through unique content-based partnerships and experiences. Voted Best Family Blog by The Baltimore Sun (2014), Best Local Parenting Blog by Maryland Family Magazine (2013) and named Best Parenting Guide by Baltimore Magazine (2012).

Specializing in how learners interact through technology, Heather works with organizations to develop compelling technology-enhanced content for staff training, educating or marketing purposes. Her clients range from non-profits to commercial entities that specialize in children and family products and services. She has developed more than 1000 educational interactive video programs and projects, many of which have earned national and international acclaim. An expert in social media strategy, interactive video design and emerging technology trends, Heather’s unique approach to pedagogy and professional development has impacted more than 1 million learners nationwide.

Developed a suite of educational services (interactive video programming and educational content, advanced video initiatives, virtual environments, remote instrumentation projects and professional development endeavors) to meet constituent needs in down economy. Primary staff contact for existing and potential K12, higher education members and public/cultural institution members. Director and creator of the MAGPI Fellows Program. Tripled the number of interactive video events and webstream/multicast events from 2007 to 2010 with only 20% budget increase. Managed technical, marketing and production plans on budget for all educational service lines of business. Created videoconference training programs and managed interactive technology projects for diverse client base across the globe.