Wendy Berry
Wendy Berry is the Director of Human Resources at Literacy Minnesota. With over 15 years of HR experience, Wendy most recently led all people-related functions as a solo HR department for a nonprofit dedicated to ending HIV, combating health disparities and breaking down barriers for marginalized and historically underserved communities across Minnesota.
Wendy holds a BA in Industrial & Organizational Psychology from Metro State University. They are deeply committed to ongoing formal and informal learning and collaboration, with a focus on removing barriers and fostering inclusion within and beyond the workplace. She also holds a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) Certification.
Outside of work, Wendy was elected to the West St. Paul City Council in 2019 as the city’s first openly queer councilperson, where they work diligently to engage residents and build a strong sense of belonging and pride in the community. They also serve on the Boards of the South Metro Fire Department and the League of Minnesota Cities.
