Experience

First Sound Bank

• Board Member

  • Jun 2021 - Present

  Seattle, Washington, United States



BELLEVUE POLICE FOUNDATION

• President and Executive Director

  • Mar 2021 - Present

  Bellevue, Washington, United States



Imagine Housing

• Chief Executive Officer

  • Dec 2016 - Mar 2021

  Kirkland, WA Imagine Housing is the leading affordable housing provider in East King County. We specialize in providing permanent apartment homes for low income seniors, veterans, families and people exiting homelessness. Our mission is to build welcoming communities where all people can live, work and play. More than just a roof overhead, Imagine Housing provides supportive services to our residents to help them maintain stable housing. When people have a safe and stable place to live, they have… Show more Imagine Housing is the leading affordable housing provider in East King County. We specialize in providing permanent apartment homes for low income seniors, veterans, families and people exiting homelessness. Our mission is to build welcoming communities where all people can live, work and play. More than just a roof overhead, Imagine Housing provides supportive services to our residents to help them maintain stable housing. When people have a safe and stable place to live, they have the best opportunities for themselves and their families to thrive. Show less



Angel Capital Association

• Director Strategic Partnerships

  • Mar 2012 - Dec 2016

  North America Largest trade association of accredited angel investors in the world. With members in all 50 United States and Canada, ACA members invest approximately $2B each year into innovative startups in technology, life sciences, clean energy, and consumer products. Produced annual International Innovation Showcase for emerging companies from universities, foreign trade offices, accelerators and local and federal government programs to drive investment from leading angel investors. Produced… Show more Largest trade association of accredited angel investors in the world. With members in all 50 United States and Canada, ACA members invest approximately $2B each year into innovative startups in technology, life sciences, clean energy, and consumer products. Produced annual International Innovation Showcase for emerging companies from universities, foreign trade offices, accelerators and local and federal government programs to drive investment from leading angel investors. Produced Angel Insights Webinar Series which brought renowned experts from Harvard, NASDAQ, and National Science Foundation to educate a worldwide audience of over 10,000 angel investors. Reorganized and strengthened the annual partner program, adding high value for ACA members. Show less



Imagine Housing

• Board Member

  • Jan 2014 - Sep 2016

  Kirkland, WA



Washington Technology Industry Association

• Board member

  • Jan 2003 - Jan 2013

  In addition to regular board duties, provide guidance and expertise to CEO and other board members regarding the needs of early stage technology companies. Serve on the Early Stage Technology Company Committee. Special projects include establishing and managing an annual member satisfaction measurement process, which has given the executives, staff and board an effective planning tool.



HomeSavvi

• Founder & CEO

  • Sep 2006 - May 2012

  HomeSavvi helps homeowners find the best remodeling resources in their area. Professionals can publish their portfolios, offer advice, and meet homeowners at our events.



Seraph Capital Forum

• Past President

  • Jan 2005 - Jan 2012

  Greater Seattle Area The first all woman angel investment group formed in the US.



Northwest Entrepreneur Network

• Board member

  • Jan 2004 - Jul 2010

  In addition to regular board duties, have held several committee leadership positions: • Chairperson, Entrepreneur University, 2007, 2008 • Business coach for Early Stage Investment Forum, 2006, 2007, 2008 • Steering committee member for First Look Forum 2010



NetReflector

• President, CEO, Board Member

  • Jan 2001 - Dec 2005

  Greater Seattle Area Online customer satisfaction measurement company providing customized SaaS solutions to Global 2000 companies. Offices in Seattle, UK and Moscow, Russia. Recruited by shareholders to turnaround company. Successfully reorganized company and achieved profitability within first 3 months. Achieved top line growth of 248% and consistent corporate profitability during early 2000s, after the dot com bust. Recognized for 4 consecutive years as a Deloitte & Touche Fast 50 and Deloitte Fast 500… Show more Online customer satisfaction measurement company providing customized SaaS solutions to Global 2000 companies. Offices in Seattle, UK and Moscow, Russia. Recruited by shareholders to turnaround company. Successfully reorganized company and achieved profitability within first 3 months. Achieved top line growth of 248% and consistent corporate profitability during early 2000s, after the dot com bust. Recognized for 4 consecutive years as a Deloitte & Touche Fast 50 and Deloitte Fast 500 winner. Executed sale of the company to Global Market Insite, Inc., in September 2005 which resulted in a positive return for company shareholders. Built new management team with COO, VP Marketing, VP Sales and CFO. Successfully recruited outside Board members. Developed and launched 2 new products that resulted in over $3 million in recurring revenues within six months after launch. Significant customer wins include Expedia, Adobe, Macromedia and Accenture. Show less



MIT Enterprise Forum, Seattle

• Past President and Chair, Board Member, Volunteer

  • Jan 1999 - Dec 2004

  Greater Seattle Area As Chairman and President, was responsible for overall management of $250,000 annual budget, 400 volunteers,14 events that attract over 4,000 attendees, outside services, treasury, and communication with the University. Increased event attendance and organization revenue by 10% over previous year. As Programs Chair, managed a volunteer committee of over 75 people who were responsible for producing 8 events. As a volunteer, held a variety of hands on roles with responsibilities for programming,… Show more As Chairman and President, was responsible for overall management of $250,000 annual budget, 400 volunteers,14 events that attract over 4,000 attendees, outside services, treasury, and communication with the University. Increased event attendance and organization revenue by 10% over previous year. As Programs Chair, managed a volunteer committee of over 75 people who were responsible for producing 8 events. As a volunteer, held a variety of hands on roles with responsibilities for programming, marketing and logistics, • Chair, Strategic Planning, Seattle Chapter 2004-2007 • Member, MITEF Global Planning Board, Cambridge, MA 2003 - 2004 • Chairman of the Board and President, Seattle Chapter 2002 - 2003 • Vice Chair and Vice President, Seattle Chapter 2001 -2002 • Programs Committee Chair, Seattle Chapter 2000 -2001 • Volunteer, Seattle Chapter, 1998 - 2008 Show less



SafeHarbor Technology Corporation

• VP Sales

  • 1999 - 2001

  As key member of the founding executive team, built and led the sales, client services and sales engineering functions in N. America and Europe. Developed strategies that grew annual revenue from startup to $5 million within 18 months. Established key customer accounts including Adobe Systems, The State of Washington, Washington Mutual Bank and WatchGuard Technologies. Established strategic alliances with international consulting firm Diamond Cluster Technology and industry leader Kana… Show more As key member of the founding executive team, built and led the sales, client services and sales engineering functions in N. America and Europe. Developed strategies that grew annual revenue from startup to $5 million within 18 months. Established key customer accounts including Adobe Systems, The State of Washington, Washington Mutual Bank and WatchGuard Technologies. Established strategic alliances with international consulting firm Diamond Cluster Technology and industry leader Kana Communications. Participated in VC pitches and board presentations. Show less



Data Dimensions

• Marketing

  • 1995 - 1997

  Established and managed corporate communications, public & investor relations, product marketing, international conferences and sales and licensee support. Developed strategy to upgrade corporate positioning to reflect premier international position which resulted in 138% revenue increase from corporate clients such as McDonalds, BankBoston, Aetna and Fidelity. Managed multiple vendors and annual budget of $1.5million. Participated on team that represented company to investment community during… Show more Established and managed corporate communications, public & investor relations, product marketing, international conferences and sales and licensee support. Developed strategy to upgrade corporate positioning to reflect premier international position which resulted in 138% revenue increase from corporate clients such as McDonalds, BankBoston, Aetna and Fidelity. Managed multiple vendors and annual budget of $1.5million. Participated on team that represented company to investment community during secondary public offering. Show less



Pitney Bowes Management Services/Ameriscribe Data Resources

• Senior Vice President, co-founder

  • May 1984 - Jun 1995

  Greater Boston Area



Xerox

• Territory Manager

  • 1979 - 1981

  Managed new business sales of office automation equipment and supplies to the SMB market in a four-county, 400 square-mile geographic territory in upstate NY. Achieved 110% of targeted sales revenue which qualified her as a Par Club Winner for high sales achievement.