Prior to joining the IFA in September 2021, Heather was a web and graphic designer at Threshold Media and the owner/creative director of Heather Bartlow Designs. In addition to her design experience, Heather has worked with multiple DC area historic house museums in marketing, fundraising, event planning, communications, and development.

Heather received her MA in Arts Management and Graduate Certificate in Public Relations and Marketing in the Arts from George Mason University, BA in Art History from SUNY New Paltz and Web Design and Development Certificate from Cornell University.