Laura has an extensive background in accounting in finance in both the non- and for- profit sectors over the past 40 years, with a preference for the meaningfulness, accomplishments, and rewards of non-profit. As a lifelong resident she has hiked […]
Born and raised in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Matthew earned a B.A. in Finance and International Business from Seattle University, before returning to his home state to pursue further educational and work opportunities. After working as a development analyst at
After growing up in rural Ohio, Daniel attended Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington, earning degrees in Mathematics and Environmental Studies. Post-graduation, Daniel engaged in habitat restoration, erosion control, and fish habitat preservation on private lands through the Washington Conservation
Rachel Valdez has over 20 years of people & technology management experience, along with teaching experience in higher education. Rachel was born and raised in Washington State, majored in Communications & Social Sciences at the University of Washington (UW) and
Michelle Connor has worked to steward the well-being of people and nature through how land is owned and being managed throughout her 28-year career at Forterra. She has played a part in more than 400 transactions worth ~$500M and provided
Kristi grew up in rural Idaho where appreciation of the outdoors is a way of life. She has more than 20 years as a consultant in corporate communications, campaigns, public affairs and community relations with extensive experience in reputation management,
Growing up surrounded by the beautiful landscape of eastern Washington, with its scenic farmland ad staggering canyons, Jacob has always loved and appreciated the outdoors. He moved to Seattle to receive a B.S. in geology form the University of Washington,
Dan has a background that includes substantial work in legal, business and community issues. On the legal side, Dan spent 10 years in private practice both in New York City and Seattle, where he was a partner with Helsell, Fetterman,
As an outdoors enthusiast, she enjoys embracing all four seasons and embarking on adventures with her husband. Her adventurous spirit fuels their passion for traveling around the state and beyond. Her greatest joy is spending time with her family and
