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Executive Director

IDEA is currently looking for a passionate and driven leader to guide the organization into a new chapter as our Executive Director.

If you are interested in joining our team, click the button below to learn more.

Heather Woomer

Chief Operating Officer

Heather joined the IDEA team in June 2021 as the Event Coordinator and was promoted to Chief Operating Officer in 2025. With a background in hospitality and business administration, she brings a unique perspective to the team.

When she is not working, Heather enjoys reading, being creative in the kitchen and spending time with her husband and their dog, Artemis.

David Chan

Conference Coordinator

David Chan is the Conference Coordinator for IDEAcon. He started his IDEA (formerly ICE) journey as an attendee and presenter at the NICE miniCon, working his way onto the Conference Committee as a Workshops co-chair, Conference Co-Chair, and he's been the Coordinator since 2019.

When he's not thinking about conference logistics, keynote speakers, and committee meetings, he serves as the Director of Instructional Technology at Evanston Township High School (ETHS). David taught math and science for 10 years and was the Technology Integration Specialist for 5 years at ETHS. David is an online instructor with Northwestern University’s Center for Talent Development, an adjunct instructor with National-Louis University, and a Google for Education Certified Innovator and Trainer.