Angela Ver Ploeg

Senior Director of Corporate Engagement

(307) 766-1939 | angela.verploeg@uwyo.edu

Angela Ver Ploeg leads the Office of Industry and Strategic Partnerships and oversees the UW Foundation’s strategy for connecting industry and foundation partners with opportunities to collaborate with the University of Wyoming.

Angela is passionate about building relationships that connect industry with the University of Wyoming in meaningful ways. One of her favorite parts of her work is welcoming partners to campus—whether for the first time or after many years away—and helping them experience UW’s exceptional faculty, students, facilities, and research firsthand. She enjoys creating partnerships that are mutually beneficial and advance opportunities for both the university and industry.

Before joining the Office of Industry and Strategic Partnerships, Angela served in development roles at the UW Foundation, representing units including the College of Business, the College of Health Sciences, and the UW Art Museum. Through these roles, she built strong relationships with alumni, donors, campus leaders, and community partners while supporting initiatives that enhance student success and academic excellence across the university.

Originally from San Jose, California, Angela has called Wyoming home since 2004, when she came to UW to earn her bachelor’s degree in psychology. She and her husband have two children and a golden retriever. Angela loves spending time outdoors and makes it a priority to stay active.