Mariel Ballew

Mariel has called Girdwood home for the past ten years and serves as the Development Director at Challenge Alaska, where she oversees fundraising initiatives, special events, and donor relations. She offers more than a decade of experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, and event management.

Deeply engaged in community life, Mariel serves as Foster Coordinator for Best Friends Animal Rescue, Secretary for Alaska Creative Economies, and has volunteered with AWAIC and Anchorage Chamber Young Professionals Group. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, biking, and paddling beautiful Alaska with her dogs.