I choose United Way because everyone deserves a chance to be lifted up if needed and live in a caring community. That’s what United Way does every day.

United Way is my top choice for serving the community and ensuring everyone has access to resources, quality education, food, and shelter.

An experienced executive in the financial services industry, James has been with Deloitte for over 24 years. He’s a proud Western Washington University graduate and is actively engaged in supporting community initiatives through his leadership roles.

The board of directors’ experience and ability to help the community in a meaningful way is incredibly important to me. I am passionate about helping children get the best start possible with the ParentChild+ program and I am honored to be part of this great organization and the good that it does for the community.

I believe in United Way of King County’s mission and values and have seen its profound impact on homelessness, poverty, and inequity. I’m proud to contribute to its vision for a better future for everyone while giving back to our community in the most impactful and sustainable way.

United Way is community focused and community led. It is the one organization that thinks and acts both system wide and with individuals. We know our investment in United Way supports people in changing their lives, and supports systems change so that we do better for everyone.

Seeing how big and broad the reach that United Way has in King County has been awe-inspiring for me. There’s no one else who can be on 10 different campuses supporting college students to stay in school—and do it as well as United Way has.

Sean Goode is the founder and CEO of Finding Goode. Goode has been appointed by the governor to the Washington State Partnership Council on Juvenile Justice where he serves as the vice-chair addressing statewide issues of the criminalization of adolescent behavior.

Michael Greer is the President & CEO of ArtsFund. As a former professional dancer and experienced executive, Greer’s leadership experience spans both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors. He previously held roles as the executive director of Oregon Ballet Theatre and Portland Ballet in Maine.

United Way of King County is by far one of my favorite organizations in the non-profit giving space. The magnitude in which this organization has the power to impact change within a community is encouraging and I’m proud to be a partner in the movement.

Bree Kame’enui is Senior Corporate Counsel at Weyerhaeuser. Kame’enui is a former Trustee of the King County Bar Association and former board member for the Friends of the Educational Opportunity Board within the Office of Minority & Diversity at the University of Washington. Kame’enui current serves as a volunteer with Amara and as a board member with Chief Seattle Club, Inc.

The changes our community, and world, need are big—and it’s going to take all of us. Giving young people a chance to plug into the community and eventually grow their giving and involvement is important for our future success.

My work on the board has given me a much deeper understanding of the needs of our community, the positive impact United Way of King County has and how much further we have to go, particularly regarding racial equity.

I truly appreciate and admire the work and leadership of United Way of King County. I look forward to leaning in and supporting the great work that is being done. I hope that I will bring the voice of those we all work together to serve, and hope to serve better, in our conversations and decisions.

The issues of homelessness, poverty and lack of educational opportunity are interconnected. United Way’s approach reflects this. The board is committed to making sure we meet people’s immediate needs and change the systems that cause these issues in the first place.

United Way of King County is uniquely situated to make a difference in our community. I am proud of United Way’s positive impact and ability to change lives.

We love United Way because the organization embodies our idea of community. We believe that a society which acknowledges interconnectivity as a value and protects the health and happiness of community members as such is where we want to live. We are proud that United Way is committed to that work.

Frances Traisman is a seasoned business leader with deep experience in sales strategy, partnerships, and community engagement. As Senior Vice President of Sales for the Seattle Mariners, Frances oversees revenue generation, strategic initiatives, and fan experience development.

Big problems require big thinking. I am a relentless optimist when it comes to addressing the issues facing our communities, and I am inspired by United Way’s vision to create communities where we all thrive. In my work as a journalist, I am passionate about pursuing truth and telling stories that inform and empower our communities.

Blair is a nationally recognized leader whose executive experience spans the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. He has served in past leadership roles at Starbucks Coffee Company, Accenture, and Price Waterhouse Coopers, as well as at prominent nonprofits such as My Brother’s Keeper Alliance and the Los Angeles Urban League. Taylor was active on the United Way of King County’s Board of Directors from 2016-2020, including as Chair in 2016-2017. He is thrilled to be back to lead our next chapter.

Dr. Cushinberry brings more than 30 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, higher education, and grassroots community work. Most recently, she served as CEO of Hopelink, where she led efforts to support over 64,000 low-income residents annually in King County. Dr. Cushinberry’s passion for community, equity, and impact makes her the right leader to guide us through this important transition.

Nadia works cross-org, with staff and volunteers alike, to advance racial equity. With her background, running our board training program for people of color and leading internal efforts to undo institutionalized racism, she embodies what it means to LIVE UNITED.

Anna is a proud lifelong Seattleite and has spent nearly two decades building support for nonprofits in human services, healthcare, and the arts. She is passionate about creating healthy communities where everyone has the opportunity to live their best lives.

Regina grew up in San Diego, went to high school in Alabama, served as a speechwriting intern for First Lady Hilary Rodham Clinton’s office and led YWCAs in Norfolk, VA and Spokane before being appointed by Governor Jay Inslee to the Washington State Women’s Commission. She brings to United Way more than 20 years of experience in leading nonprofit organizations, empowering staff, developing donor bases and forging community partnerships.

“As CFO, I’m honored to be part of a mission-driven team that turns compassion into impact. I bring 30 years of financial leadership to a place where we are not just balancing budgets, but changing lives.”

Born in Puerto Rico, Edwin grew up in a bilingual household that values education, culture, and dedication. He has committed his 20-year career to socio-economic justice, believing that everyone deserves the opportunity to pursue an enriched life. As a leader at United Way, he values the compassionate and talented people he works with every day to make the world a better place.