Heather Madden is vice president for policy initiatives at Independent Women, where she oversees key policy research initiatives, manages the organization’s senior and visiting fellows programs, and works across departments to coordinate and advance the organization’s policy priorities.
Heather came to Independent Women from the world of political consulting where she helped clients make their case to the American people. Heather also worked for the U.S. House of Representatives where she assisted with constituent services and managed the schedule for a member of Congress.
Heather graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Georgia’s School of Public and International Affairs with a B.A. in Political Science and a minor in American History. She also holds an M.A. degree from the University of Georgia where she studied American Politics with a concentration in Campaigns and Elections.
Though she’s a proud Georgia native, today, Heather lives in Austin, Texas with her husband and three sons. In her spare time, she is an avid cyclist and runner and enjoys cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs.