Heather Rothbauer-Wanish

Heather Rothbauer-Wanish serves as a Teaching Professor in the Business Communication and Information Systems Department at the College of Business, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, where she teaches business communication courses and leverages her academic expertise in practical career development. She simultaneously operates Feather Communications, a professional resume writing business established in 2008 that has produced thousands of client resumes.

Her academic credentials include:

• Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Organization and Management (Leadership emphasis) from Capella University
• Master of Business Administration from Lakeland University
• Bachelor of Business Administration in Management (Spanish minor) from University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
• Advanced Business Communication Certificate

Dr. Rothbauer-Wanish specializes in Business Writing and Business Presentations, translating complex work histories into compelling career narratives. Her doctoral research examined Leadership Style in Economic Development, though her current scholarly focus manifests primarily through client-facing resume optimization rather than traditional academic publishing. She emphasizes building client confidence during job searches through precise language and structured storytelling.

Professional recognition includes:

• Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW)
• Nationally Certified Online Profile Expert (NCOPE)

Through her university role and private practice, she mentors students and professionals on communication strategies, though specific advisees aren't documented. Her business model involves personalized resume services (Bronze, Silver, and Gold packages) with client testimonials reporting immediate interview success after resume revisions. She maintains no dedicated research lab but integrates real-world job search experience into her teaching.