Heather Budzien
Heather serves as Vice President of Programs & Branches for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley, bringing 20 years of experience in the Boys & Girls Club movement. She is deeply committed to empowering young people and the Youth Development Professionals who guide them. Heather combines strategic leadership with a genuine passion for growth, shaping high-quality, innovative programs that make a lasting difference in the lives of youth and their communities.
Heather holds a B.S. in Family Resources & Human Development and a Master’s in Management. A lifelong learner, she has earned certifications in Nonprofit Operations & Program Impact from Arizona State University’s Lodestar Center and in Change Management from Cornell University. With experience as a certified Weikart Youth Work Methods and Youth Mental Health First Aid trainer, she brings a compassionate, hands-on approach to leadership and organizational excellence.
