About Heather

Writer · Editor · Publisher · Educator · Program & Learning Strategist · Creative Arts Practitioner

I’m Heather Robinson Hernandez — a writer, editor, publisher, program and learning systems strategist, leadership development coach, and creative arts practitioner.

My work brings together creativity, learning, leadership, communication, and well-being. Across writing, publishing, coaching, consulting, facilitation, healing arts, and program design, I create spaces and systems that help individuals, teams, and organizations align with their values, strengthen connection, and grow with clarity and care.

At the center of my practice is the belief that creativity is not limited to artists. Creativity is a way of thinking, learning, adapting, healing, and making meaning. It supports attention, reflection, communication, emotional integration, and connection with ourselves and others.

With more than twenty years of experience across federal service, higher education, nonprofits, arts and culture, literary publishing, and community-based work, I design and support programs, learning experiences, partnerships, and reflective practices that help people and organizations move from vision to meaningful action.

I serve as Editor-in-Chief and Publisher of Red River Review, a literary arts journal supporting poetry, prose, visual work, creative practice, and literary community. I am also a Colorado Creative Industries Change Leader, and my work includes program and learning design for creative placemaking, rural arts advocacy, leadership development, and community engagement initiatives.

My creative practice spans creative nonfiction, poetry, essays, journalism, collage, mixed media, and book arts. I am also a Reiki Master and healing arts practitioner, integrating mindfulness, energy-centered practices, and reflective tools that support grounding, self-awareness, restoration, and renewal.

Across all areas of my work, I am guided by one intention: to create thoughtful pathways where people can align, create, connect, and thrive.

My Work Is Rooted in Four Pathways

Selected Roles & Projects

Editor-in-Chief & Publisher, Red River Review
Leading the editorial vision, publication strategy, contributor experience, and creative development of a literary arts journal.

Program & Learning Designer, Future Visions Field Guide / Space Cowboy Colorado
Developed learning and engagement design to activate a statewide Colorado Change Leader installation through reflection, creativity, and public participation.

Colorado Creative Industries Change Leader
Part of a statewide network of cultural leaders committed to creative sector development, community-centered arts work, and place-based leadership.

County Manager, Retired and Senior Volunteer Program with Spark
Supporting volunteer engagement, cross-sector partnerships, and community resilience across Southern Colorado.

Program & Learning Systems / Organizational Development Consultant
Supporting nonprofits, creative organizations, community groups, and mission-driven leaders through strategic planning, communication, program design, stakeholder engagement, and capacity-building.

Explore More

For a detailed view of my professional experience, connect with me on LinkedIn.
→ LinkedIn Profile

To explore my editorial and publishing work, visit Red River Review.
→ Red River Review

To learn more about services and testimonials, visit the Home Page.
→ What Clients & Colleagues Say