The National Council on Problem Gambling’s board on Friday announced that Heather L. Maurer has been selected as organization’s next Executive Director effective January 7.
Maurer has more than 25 years of leadership experience in the fields of public health, policy, and nonprofit management. Most recently, she served as CEO of the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health, where she expanded revenue streams, restructured operations, and built sustainable reserves to ensure long-term growth.
“In a highly competitive search for NCPG’s next leader, Maurer early on emerged as a strong leader,” NCPG’s Board President Derek Longmeier said in a statement. “Her proven ability to build national partnerships and elevate organizational influence combined with her collaborative spirit and commitment to advancing advocacy initiatives will be invaluable as NCPG works to broaden awareness and unite stakeholders in addressing problem gambling nationwide.”
Maurer will lead NCPG’s strategic direction and oversee national programs, partnerships, and advocacy initiatives. Her work will focus on strengthening NCPG’s advocacy presence and uniting affiliates, policymakers, industry leaders, and community partners to advance policies that prevent gambling-related harm and expand access to support services.
Maurer also will guide efforts to enhance the National Problem Gambling Helpline Network and raise NCPG’s public awareness campaigns, ensuring the organization remains the national voice for problem gambling prevention, education, and advocacy.
“I’m honored to join NCPG and build on its strong legacy of leadership in addressing gambling-related harm,” said Maurer. “I look forward to working alongside NCPG’s dedicated team, Board of Directors, members, and partners to expand awareness, strengthen prevention and treatment systems, and ensure that problem gambling is fully recognized within the public health framework.”
