CHAIR
Disney Vacation Club — Infrastructure Project Manager

Joy Gonzalez is a strategic leader whose career spans engineering and operations across organizations including Boeing and Disney. Known for her collaborative and decisive approach, she brings experience guiding complex projects and building strong team structures. Joy is passionate about helping organizations operate with clarity, accountability, and long-term impact.

VICE CHAIR
T-Mobile — Sr Creative Development Manager

Katherine Rohlfing is an interdisciplinary creative leader with experience across technology, agency, and in-house creative environments. Her work focuses on thoughtful storytelling and building sustainable brand ecosystems that elevate diverse voices. She brings a collaborative leadership style rooted in stewardship, strategy, and creative vision.

SECRETARY
King County — Lead Public Defense Legal Assistant

Channy Koing brings a strong commitment to fairness, access, and community-centered service. Her work reflects a deep dedication to supporting individuals navigating complex legal systems and ensuring people are treated with dignity and respect. She contributes a thoughtful perspective grounded in equity and justice.

TREASURER
Highgate Senior Living — Sr Accountant

Hannah Parton brings a background in accounting across multiple sectors, including government, banking, and senior living. Known for her attention to detail and love of well-designed spreadsheets, she helps ensure thoughtful financial stewardship and transparency. Outside of work, she enjoys embroidering, reading, attending Seattle sports events, and volunteering weekly at MEOW Cat Rescue in Kirkland.

DIRECTOR
Seattle University — Design Faculty

Jim Li is a creative professional and educator whose career bridges visual communication, design leadership, and academic mentorship. Through his work with students and the broader creative community, he encourages thoughtful approaches to storytelling, design thinking, and artistic exploration.

DIRECTOR
Microsoft — Sr Security Program Manager

Teddy Phillips is a multidisciplinary artist and cultural architect who works at the intersection of technology, storytelling, and community. In addition to leading security initiatives in the technology sector, he created the chart-topping app For The Culture, which has reached more than one million users worldwide. His work bridges innovation, creativity, and meaningful connection.

DIRECTOR
New American Funding — Mortgage Loan Advisor

Jenny Lyn Tran is dedicated to helping individuals and families build long-term financial stability through homeownership. She guides clients through a range of lending options while emphasizing education and informed decision-making. Her earlier work supporting youth and families in South King County continues to shape her commitment to community-centered service.

DIRECTOR
Valtas Group — Senior Associate

Kate Tibone is a nonprofit leader and strategic advisor who supports organizations at pivotal moments of transition, growth, or renewal. Known for helping teams navigate complexity and strengthen operations, she brings a people-centered approach that fosters collaboration, builds trust, and helps organizations move forward with clarity and purpose.

Duwamish Tribe — Councilwoman; Cultural Preservation Officer & Historic Preservation

Nancy Sackman is a Duwamish Tribal Member dedicated to protecting and stewarding cultural resources across the region. Her work includes reviewing SEPA and EIS reports, monitoring construction and parklands for cultural impacts, and collaborating with community partners to support the preservation and visibility of Duwamish culture. She is also the founder of Cantina Vineyards, reflecting her entrepreneurial spirit and passion for bringing people together.

Independent Fine Art Professional

Susan Russell Hall is a Pacific Northwest artist known for her contemplative encaustic and mixed-media works inspired by nature and everyday moments. After beginning her career as a medical illustrator at Seattle Children’s Hospital, she developed a respected fine art practice exhibited throughout the region. Through her work and involvement in the arts community, Susan brings thoughtful artistic guidance and a deep appreciation for the role creativity plays in connecting and strengthening communities.

Microsoft — Sr Business Program Manager

Roxy Pascua‑Ibarra brings deep experience in business operations, working with global teams to design and run processes that support thousands of sellers serving customers and partners, including nonprofits. Her work focuses on clear execution, thoughtful prioritization, change management, and strong communication to help large, complex ecosystems operate smoothly and responsibly. Roxy applies this people‑centered, service‑driven approach to help strengthen programs and expand positive impact in communities.

Sightline Institute — Associate Director of Development

Alexa Woodard is a nonprofit development professional focused on building meaningful relationships that advance mission-driven work. Her experience spans fundraising, donor engagement, and communications across environmental and arts organizations. She also teaches viola, reflecting her long-standing commitment to arts education and mentorship.

Dance Artist & Producer / Filipino Community of Seattle — Program Director

Bennyroyce Royon is a queer Filipino-American dance artist and cultural producer creating between Seattle and New York City. A graduate of The Juilliard School, his work explores identity, culture, and belonging through contemporary dance and storytelling. He is the founder of Bennyroyce Dance, a project-based company whose work has been presented in New York City and beyond. Deeply committed to arts leadership and community building, Royon also serves as Co-Chair of the Eastside Culture Coalition and as a Washington State Arts Commissioner.

Intentionalist — CEO & Founder

Laura Clise is a social entrepreneur dedicated to strengthening local economies and supporting diverse communities through intentional consumer action. She founded Intentionalist to help people align everyday spending with their values while uplifting small businesses. Laura brings deep experience in social impact, partnerships, and mission-driven leadership, informed by earlier roles in sustainability and corporate responsibility.

King County Dept of Community & Human Services — BSK Youth Development Project/Program Manager

Charlene Jose works in public service supporting programs that strengthen families, youth, and underserved communities across the region. Her work centers on expanding access to community resources and building collaborative partnerships that support long-term well-being and opportunity.