Mary J. Wheatley

Mary Wheatley, IOM, CAE, has extensive experience in leadership and management within nonprofit organizations, currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of the National Scleroderma Foundation since July 2021, where responsibilities include overseeing the strategic plan and advancing the mission to support individuals affected by scleroderma. Previously, Mary held the role of Executive Director at the Rheumatology Research Foundation from July 2014 to June 2021, managing operations, a substantial budget, and staff to enhance research and training in rheumatic diseases. Prior roles include Senior Director of Research and Training at the American College of Rheumatology and a Program Manager at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, alongside earlier positions as Accounting Assistant in the corporate sector. Mary earned a BS in Psychology and Biology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.