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Prior, J. Lee worked in the Student Financial Assistance division on conditional scholarship and loan repayment programs supporting workforce shortage needs. Brian Hardtke, Chief of Staff. Prior to joining the Executives Office, he was Chief of Staff to King County Councilmember Dave Upthegrove. She first joined the organization as a legal consultant in August 2013 after serving as assistant city attorney for the city of Shoreline where she advised all city departments on a wide range of issues. Our staff attorneys are valuable sources on many topics of interest to the media. Ms. Perez holds a Masters in Health Policy and Leadership and a Health Administration, Radiation Science degrees all from Loma Linda University. He also has written numerous high school mock trial cases for the YMCA as well as op-ed pieces and book reviews focusing on legal issues. Box 47206 Following 12 years in the office of Prosecuting Attorney Norm Maleng, he served for 28 years as Judge of the King County Superior Court. Prior to joining USA for UNHCR, Suzanne Ehlers served as CEO of Malala Fund, where she worked closely with co-founders Malala and Ziauddin Yousafzai to create a world where all girls can attain an education. Passionate and purpose driven leader adept at working in complex systems during times of significant change. Get email updates for new Executive Director Foundation jobs in . He is also an affiliate assistant professor at the University of Washington's Evans School of Public Policy and Governance. MNADV Office: 301-429-3601 [email protected] GET IN TOUCH. He followed the phone call with an emailed demand. Assistant Director On Mr. Brindles behalf I explained the independence of ELEC prohibited Mr. Brindle from participating in that investigation, Afran wrote. Prior to that, he was chief of staff and chief legal counsel at the Washington Department . She has been a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners since 2009. She holds a BS in Molecular and Cell Biology from Texas A&M University, an MPH from the George Washington University and is certified in public health. As Executive Director since June 2017, Peterhas overseen a period of rapid growth and reform at the Public Disclosure Commission. Phone: 360.725.6025 Olympia, Washington 98504-7890. Tom Wallace, Deputy Secretary for Medicaid. Linda holds a masters degree in geology and geophysics from Yale University and has experience in environmental consulting and in teaching university-level geology and oceanography. At Island County, Sarah advised on many aspects of government business, including compliance with public record and opening meeting laws. 600 Washington Street SE Eligible government agencies can use our free one-on-one inquiry service. Previously, Paul worked at Oxfam. She has worked for elected officials at the state and federal level, for a health-related trade association, and for a boutique law firm that assisted clients with both innovative care models and regulatory needs. (202) 559-8364. karen.hill@medicaiddirectors.org. She has over 20 years of local government and non-profit experience, specializing in growth management, transportation, and general city management issues. Most recently, she served as a Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for Island County. A medical services network in Washington is currently seeking an experienced, licensed professional to join their staff as their new Clinical Director / Executive Director. idelajara@mrsc.org, Communications Manager
Before coming to GGWash in 2021, she spent nearly 15 years working in different capacities on land policy, urban policy, and community development. darviso@uw.edu. Eric has worked in city government, as well as for a special purpose district. President & Chief Executive Officer. . gnicas@mrsc.org, Communications Coordinator
As outlined in the Washington Constitution and Statutes, the team supports the governor by fulfilling a wide range of duties to lead the efforts in the follow through and implementation of the governor's policy . She rejoined the firm in 2016 after serving four years as Spokane City Attorney. from St. Lawrence University (Canton, New York) and a M.S. Ashley Lukens, PhD, has worked in and with the impact sector in Hawai'i since 2006 as the founder of the Hawai'i Food Policy Council, owner of Baby Awearness, director of the RISE Program at Kupu, and director of Hawai'i Center for Food Safety. Prior to becoming Executive Director, Greg was the legislative liaison for PDAA, having served as its Director of Legislation and Policy and before that as the Chief of the Legislation and . Members are appointed by the governor and confirmed by the senate. She holds a bachelors degree in Art from the University of California at Berkeley and worked at various academic libraries in California before moving to Seattle and joining MRSCs staff. Kristin received her B.A. Sarah Doar joined MRSC in September 2018. Sandra Vong began working at MRSC in March 1998. Emily has two decades of experience in operations management, human resources, supply chain, continuous improvement and driving change in the public and private sectors. Jarvis D. Johnson. blinville@mrsc.org, Rosters Coordinator
He oversees a wide range of activities, including project analysis, financial forecasting, program evaluation, demographic analysis, and policy development. Then and now, Andrew plays a key role in a variety of projects and research connected to education reporting, accountability, and educational equity. She is responsible for the daily operations of the agency with a focus on culture, people and service delivery. The Office of the Governor is led by the governors executive team the eight members are appointed by the Governor. An association executive with more than 20 years' experience, she worked in national and local bike advocacy, fundraising and communications from 2005-2016, most recently serving as Executive Director of the Cascade Bicycle Club in Seattle, WA. James joined the AWSL staff in the summer of 2017. For journalists who wish to speak with an Justice in Aging expert, please call Communications Director Vanessa Barrington at (510) 256-1200. . Remote - Maryland Annapolis, MD 21401-0000 : Paul H Metellus . Director of Curriculum and Training. Request the Secretary of Health to speak at your event. Les has 18+ years of Public Service leadership and holds a B.A. svong@mrsc.org, Controller
Assistant Director Viktoria joined SBE in 2022. sbutler@mrsc.org, Planning & Policy Manager
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER. Stephanie Liden Davidsmeyer is a communications professional with 10years' experience in nonprofit, corporate, and government outreach and media relations. Monday Friday. Prior to working at HHS, she worked at the National Coalition of Health Care, a think tank for Affordable Care Act advocacy, and in healthcare for over 10+years. February 22 2023. Olympia, Washington 98504-7890. Viktoria has research skills and policy foundation related to public school choice and innovative education. Downing has been named a Distinguished Alumnus of the University of Washington Law School and has received the Williams Nevins and Robert Utter Awards for promoting ethical and democratic values. She is the longest-serving ballerina in American Ballet Theatre's 83-year history. Washington State Department of Health. amack@mrsc.org, Training and Outreach Coordinator
elowell@mrsc.org, Procurement & Contracting Consultant
Lisa served as Deputy Director of the King County (WA) Department of Public Defense through August 2015, and previously supervised misdemeanor practice (2002-2006) and then was Deputy Director (2007-2013) at The Defender Association, a non-profit public defender office. In true Pacific Northwest fashion, she loves coffee and rainy days. Jacki joined the State Board staff team in 2022. As a student at Willamette University in 1974, he wrote his senior thesis on Initiative 276, which established campaign finance disclosure and public records law in Washington. llacivita@mrsc.org, Graphic Designer
Whitney is a member of the Senior Leadership Team for King County Executive Dow Constantine. Elizabeth Perez joined the Department of Health in March 2021 from serving five years as Director of the Harris County Public Health Office of Communications, Education, and Engagement. Alissa joined SBE in 2017. Phone: 202-833-8773 Fax: 202-833-8775 Email: esahq@esa.org. jrice@mrsc.org. Shannon has over fifteen years of government relations experience, as well as experience in non profit board leadership and regulatory affairs. TTY: Relay: 711 She also works to embed the principles of Equity and Social Justice into the way employees work and are treated, and was a founding member of the Metro Transit's Partnership to Achieve Comprehensive Equity (PACE). He is a nationally recognized expert on Medicare and . VA Puget Sound health care Phone: 206-277-1330. Prior to joining OFM in 2019, Emily was chief operations officer at the Department of Enterprise Services, where she had previously served as that agencys HR director. Vice President Of Development and Product Management Director. He held the same position from 2003 to 2008 before serving She also coordinates conference planning and membership services for WA State professional associations: WSAMA, WCMA, and WPTA. Assistant director for the Field Services & Public Safety division since 2020, Steve Reinmuth previously served at L&I as chief legal counsel, assistant director for Administrative Services, and deputy assistant director of the Insurance Services division. . Christopher and the TWB staff have been hard at work on our 2022/23 season & beyond! Two weeks after the first meeting, Afran said, Rota called ELECs chair, Eric Jaso, and said he should fire Brindle, this time because of an alleged anti-gay and an alleged racist remark.. in English from Western Washington University. Her background in nonprofits includes serving as an AmeriCorps VISTA, and then Volunteer Engagement Coordinator with 501 Commons. Prior to joining the PDC, Peter served as Communications Director and co-chair of the Operations Committee for the Washington State Attorney Generals Office. Jeff Olivet is the executive director of the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH). (509) 868-4732. He was named the WIAA's fifth Executive Director in the spring of 2019. . The commissioners declined to take action because no evidence was provided, Afran said. Development. Commission term: January 2020-December 2024. payroll administrator. This includes local, regional, state, and federal relations. Seema has a Master of International Affairs from Columbia University and a Master of Arts in Sociology from New School University. He is responsible for the coordination, production, and promotion of MRSCs online and in-person trainings. She also provides strategic support on intersectional issues relating to operations, workforce, and community. In 2018, the Council on Public Legal Education presented him with its Flame of Democracy Award. He is currently doing part-time work as a mediator and arbitrator with JAMS. Staff Listing. Below is the agency's executive leadership team. He returned home to serve as Vice-President of Business Development for a start-up, then led several successful business ventures before returning to his healthcare roots. Aimy Enriquez joined MRSC in spring 2017. He received a B.A. anniemcl@uw.edu. The Executive Cabinet consists of 24 agencies that are charged with the execution, enforcement and administration of the laws of the state of Washington. in Management and MBA with a concentration in Finance from LeTourneau University. He and his wife, Katy, have two sons and live in Olympia. Finance Director. She is an enrolled member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. Several years ago, a very successful nonprofit Executive Director/CEO passed away suddenly. Jean Neiman. He has 25 years of experience in budgeting and policy development. . He received his MBA from the Yale School of Management, his JD from Tulane Law School and his BA from Columbia University. Main Campus, Seattle, WA 98195 : David E Atherton . Glynda Becker-Fenter. In that role, Kris worked to connect agency strategic priorities to ongoing partnership work. They refused to produce any documentation of the remark, although they claimed they had an email. Jeff Brindle has been on staff at ELEC since 1985 and has been its executive director since 2009. fcollins@mrsc.org, Legal Consultant
She is responsible for building strong and successful labor-management partnerships, and both the Office of Labor Relations and Department of Human Resources report to her. At MRSC, Flannary enjoys providing legal guidance to municipalities on all municipal issues, including the OPMA, PRA, and personnel. With a professional background of seven years in nonprofit and construction administrative support and an educational background in the performing arts, she brings a unique blend of creativity and practical knowledge to her role. Commission term: January 2018-December 2022. He leads a nationwide team that is integral to Kaiser Permanente's commitment to . Assistant Director Steve has served as president of statewide planning associations in both Washington and Maine, and was elected to the American Institute of Certified Planners College of Fellows in 2008. Send us an email: info@nga.org. jrose@mrsc.org, Finance and Administrative Manager
Josh joined MRSC in October 2021 as a Procurement and Contracting Consultant. She has worked with various nonprofits, membership associations, and research organizations in a variety of positions, from raising funds to editing academic manuscripts. A resident of Arlington, VA, she has a degree in English from Texas A&M University (class of 1996! Read More. Prior to joining CREW, Sherman served in various roles in the House, Senate, and the Executive Branch including as Special Assistant to the President for Racial and Economic Justice at the White House, Senior Counsel to Ranking Member Claire McCaskill on the Senate Homeland . Executive Director. Jill Dvorkin joined MRSC as a legal consultant in June 2016 after working for nine years as a civil deputy prosecuting attorney for Skagit County. Phone; Director's Office Fax: 360-704-4415: Executive Director: Paul Francis: 360-704-4355: Executive Assistant: Julie Walter: 360-704-4309 WACTC and Legislative Coordinator: Position Supervisor: 360-704-4313: . A phone message left with Jasos law office was not immediately returned. tgonzales@mrsc.org, Rosters Coordinator
Emily holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Bethel University in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Chief Operating Officer LeAnne Wilson . Originally from Saint Paul, she lives in Olympia and considers the Pacific Northwest to be her forever home. Email: gro.ase null @qhase. If you are a Washington State city or county official, staff member, or one of MRSC's contract partners and you have an inquiry for the MRSC consultant staff, please use our Ask MRSC form and your request will be routed to the appropriate staff member. sdoar@mrsc.org, Legal Consultant
He graduated with a BBA degree in 2004 as well as an MBA in 2010 from Pacific Lutheran University. Francisco X. Pegueros. Joseph Beedle CPA . Executive Office. She is a born and bred Washingtonian and a double dawg, having earned both her B.S in psychology and Masters in Public Administration from the University of Washington. On-Demand Webinars Watch pre-recorded versions of our recent webinars, at your own convenience. Before that, he served as executive policy advisor to Washington Gov. jrice@mrsc.org, Training and Outreach Coordinator
An attorney for Jeff Brindle, the longtime executive director of the Election Law Enforcement Commission, claims that a late amendment inserted into a campaign finance bill to give the governor new powers over the agency is the culmination of an attempt by Gov. vice president, advocacy and rural health, executive director of the association of washington public hospital districts, senior vice president, government affairs, vice president and associate general counsel, senior vice president, safety and quality, senior director, quality and performance improvement, safety and quality, senior director, patient safety and quality partnerships, director, safety and quality, behavioral health, director, safety and quality, safe deliveries roadmap, project coordinator, rural opioid response, assistant director, safety and quality partnerships, program coordinator, honoring choices pacific northwest, vice president, data analytics and IT services, senior vice president, membership engagement and communications. 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