United Way for Southeastern Michigan CEO and leadership

I am an innovative, results-oriented executive with an extensive track record of success who loves to take on a challenge,

~ An inspirational team builder with strong relational skills.

~ Proven success in non-profit management, fundraising, and community engagement.



~ Recognized for utilizing diverse marketing methods and tactics for the development of communication campaigns, which includes advertising, public relations, social media and web based solutions.

~ Highly adaptable to new markets and industries, and embraces opportunities to learn new information at a rapid pace.

Successful social impact leader with over 15 years in executive positions in organizations creating positive change for individuals and families in Southeastern Michigan. Innovative executive in business development, creating alliances and partnerships in private, public and non-profit sectors. Highly skilled in fundraising, revenue diversification, finance, human resources, facilities management and technology best practices. Extremely versatile, a creative thinker and influencer, with significant experience in all aspects of non-profit leadership including talent management, program development and community engagement. Skilled leader, collaborative and decisive, producing the highest performing teams achieving better than expected outcomes on some of the most complex problems.

Steven Schwartz is a Chief Financial Officer at United Way For Southeastern Michigan and is based in Plymouth, Michigan. He has worked as Chief Financial Officer at Michigan Credit Union League & Affiliates, Controller at DETROIT REGIONAL CHAMBER, and one of two "Lead Senior at Deloitte. Steven studied at Center for Creative Leadership and Eastern Michigan University between 1988 and 1992.

Tanya Heidelberg-Yopp is a CEO at Linked Learning Detroit and Chief Operating Officer at United Way For Southeastern Michigan and is based in Detroit, Michigan. She has worked as VP Law and Business Affairs at Viacom; President at Motown Center; and VP Business, Strategy and Operations, Nick Movies at Nickelodeon. Tanya studied at Cass Tech High, Syracuse University, and New York University School of Law.

A visionary leader with more than 25 years of experience in education & more than 18 years in leadership. With equity at the forefront and using research to drive innovation and change, I have led efforts that transformed school culture, increased parent and community engagement, and improved outcomes for students overall.