Heidi Avilan

Co-Founder

Denver, Colorado, United States13 yrs 1 mo experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Proven track record in nonprofit leadership.
Expertise in executive support and strategic planning.
Fluent in Spanish, enhancing community engagement.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a nonprofit leader with strong executive support and community engagement skills.

Contact

heidi.avilan@canamtechnologies.com +1 844-583-5537 LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Executive SupportProblem SolvingSpanish-speakingCoachingOrganization SkillsCustomer Service

Other Skills

CommunicationSkilled Multi-taskerPlanning & SchedulingTravel ArrangementsOffice EquipmentEmail ManagementExpense ReportsInterviewingFamily DevelopmentFunctional organizationOffice AdministrationImplementing visionCoaching individuals to reach a higher potentialCrisis ManagementMeeting Planning

About

Purpose-driven and relationally focused executive assistant and nonprofit leader who thrives in environments where people and impact matter most. I bring intentionality, care, and strategy to everything I do—from coordinating executive priorities to walking alongside people in transition. My work is deeply rooted in creating meaningful systems that empower others and reflect compassion.

Experience

13 yrs 1 mo

Total Experience

2 yrs 5 mos

Average Tenure

3 yrs 8 mos

Current Experience

Rooted with roofs

Co-Founder

Jan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 5 mos

Rooted in the belief that everyone deserves dignity and belonging, we created this nonprofit to meet the needs of newcomers to the U.S.—providing not just housing, but community and hope.
Helped house over 500+ individuals and families, supporting them through the rental process and cultural transition.
Assisted thousands in applying for vital documents such as TPS, work permits, and asylum, prioritizing personal attention and long-term guidance.
Became fluent in Spanish through immersive relational experiences.
Built a community where people feel cared for, empowered to help others, and know they’re not alone.

Problem SolvingSpanish-speakingSkilled Multi-taskerOrganization Skills

Can/am technologies, inc.

Executive Assistant

Oct 2022 – Present · 3 yrs 8 mos · On-site

Serve as strategic thought partner and operational anchor to senior executives, enabling leadership focus through proactive task ownership and anticipatory support
Manage executive communications, filtering and responding to correspondence with discretion, clarity, and consistent voice
Own end-to-end travel coordination for business and personal needs, managing complex logistics across time zones and shifting priorities
Plan and execute internal events that strengthen company culture, from team celebrations to large-scale company gatherings
Maintain financial accuracy through monthly expense reporting and receipt reconciliation in QuickBooks and Expensify
Support full-cycle hiring and HR operations, including interviews, onboarding milestones, and company-wide recognition programs

Problem SolvingExecutive SupportCommunicationSkilled Multi-taskerPlanning & SchedulingTravel Arrangements+4

Mn adult & teen challenge

Assistant Director

Feb 2019 – Aug 2021 · 2 yrs 6 mos · Tooele County, Utah, United States

Maintained academic records and updated manuals to support the student journey.
Managed communications with professors, visitors, and external stakeholders with hospitality and professionalism.
Oversaw key administrative tasks including emails, mail, and phone communication.

Problem SolvingCoachingOrganization SkillsExpense ReportsFamily Development

Keybank

Lead Teller

Feb 2018 – Feb 2019 · 1 yr · Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

Delivered reliable and friendly customer service, addressing client needs and connecting them to solutions.
Processed financial transactions accurately and maintained adherence to protocols.

Problem SolvingCustomer ServiceSkilled Multi-taskerOrganization Skills