Executive Board
Governing Board
Non-Voting Board Members
The IDEA Board(s) provides policy leadership, chapter representation and fiscal oversight for the organization. Serving on the board as a volunteer leader is a commitment of expertise and time that requires an understanding of board governance and best practices in education, including the integration and use of educational technology tools and practices.
IDEA Board candidates who know our organization and epitomize multiple groups within the IDEA community, such as our local chapters, corporate partners, higher education, K-12, administrators and global members. In this way, the board intends to ensure that the
voices and concerns of these groups, as well as others, are represented.
Interested in serving on IDEA's Governing Board? Complete the Volunteer Form at make sure you select Catalyst!
IDEA Staff
Scott Meech
Executive Director
Scott Meech serves as the Executive Director of the Illinois Digital Educators Alliance (IDEA), bringing more than 30 years of experience as an educator, technology leader, school administrator, and educational consultant.
Long before becoming Executive Director, IDEA had been an important part of Scott’s professional journey. Over the years, he has served as a volunteer, presenter, conference leader, vendor, and member, building lasting relationships with educators across Illinois while gaining a deep appreciation for the community, collaboration, and mission that define IDEA.
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.
