Heather purchased On-Demand Group (ODG), a technology consulting company and family business, in 2008 with her brother, Sean Manley. They have since led the organization through significant growth and expanded ODG’s business clientele to reach global markets by offering offshore solutions in Southeast Asia. Under their leadership, ODG has grown over 30x in the last decade. She attributes their growth to ODG’s outstanding team and adhering to their mission of partnering with clients who align with their morals and ethics and appreciate transparency, honestly and partnership. ODG provides technology resources for individual and project consulting, contract to hire/direct hire needs and offshore services. WBENC certified since 2008.  www.ondemandgroup.com

In 2013, Heather founded Crooked Water Spirits, an award-winning national spirits line that produces unique bourbons, gins, rye, brandy and ready-to-pour cocktails like the Old Fashioned, Boulevardier & Negroni. As a certified Whiskey Sommelier, all recipes are made in-house by Heather. Found in over 7 states and over 500+ liquor stores, restaurants and airlines, gathering over 70 awards nationally. CWS looks to scale with integrity and high value, while remaining 100% owned and self-funded by Heather. CWS’s heavy philanthropic focus has helped non-profits raise over $150k since 2019. WBENC certified since 2014. www.crookedwaterspirits.com

Heather owns Heather’s Dirty Goodness, a boutique spice company with products sold in Kowalski stores, I Like You and online. HDG is focused on low salt and high flavor with integrity, in alignment with her father’s diet restrictions. He was a passionate food connoisseur that had heart disease and needed healthy options. www.dirtygoodness.com

Heather currently serves on the Board of Directors for SIM-MN (Society of Information Management). Heather also served as the Board President for the National Association of Women Business Owners MN, from 2011-2014, where she helped establish the MN Women Business Owners Hall of Fame and as President of the Burnsville Rotary Club from 2020-2021.

Passion include the following: continuous personal improvement & exploration, landscaping, dogs, entertaining, and all things food and wine.