Family Law CASA of King County Announces Lisa H. Chin, PhD, from Valtas Group, as Interim Executive Director

Family Law CASA of King County recently announced Lisa H. Chin, PhD, from Valtas Group, as Interim Executive Director to steward the organization for the next 6 to 9 months. ​Working with the Board and Staff of Family Law CASA, Dr. Chin will focus her efforts on achieving fiscal year 2020 goals and meeting the needs of […]

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I am on a Non-Profit Board, Now What?!?

You made it! You have found the right non-profit organization and joined the board. The next question I hear most often is, “Now what do I do?” The answer to that question is both simple and complex. We are going to explore your responsibilities and the ramifications of your new role.  Continue your investigations In the first 90 days […]

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How Much Cash Should a Nonprofit Have in Reserves?

An 84-year-old resident of Longview passed away this year, leaving $750,000 of her estate to three local non-profits. ​Relying on these types of unexpected donations is one way to build up your organization’s reserves, but you can’t count on these generous gifts. Case in point is the Anacortes-based conservation nonprofit Pacific Biodiversity Institute, which just closed its doors […]

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Valtas Group Expands Consulting Team: Lisa H. Chin

Bellevue, WA — Valtas Group is pleased to announce that Lisa H. Chin has joined our consulting team.  ​​Lisa is a senior executive leader with 20+ years of expertise driving breakthrough results for highly innovative and mission-focused businesses and organizations including Amazon, Social Venture Partners, Year Up, Boys & Girls Club and Bellevue College.   She is experienced in vision […]

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How to Join a Non-Profit Board – Part 3

You have found the non-profit board you want to join – now what?!? There are still several steps you should take to ensure the right fit for you and for them. ​​Here are five best practices to help you on your way. 1)  Continue your due diligence. 2)  Request and review at least 3 months of […]

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Valtas Group Expands Consulting Team: Kathleen Lendvay

Bellevue, WA — Valtas Group is pleased to announce that Kathleen Lendvay has joined our consulting team.  She recently led global operations at Splash.  In this role on the senior executive team, Kathleen led technology, human resources, legal and risk management, partner and vendor management, and operations across six countries. ​​​Prior to her work at Splash, Kathleen worked in internal […]

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Rainier Valley Food Bank Names Gloria Hatcher-Mays as Executive Director

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Gloria Hatcher-Mays as the new Executive Director of Rainier Valley Food Bank. ​Gloria previously served as Executive Director of the Pike Market Senior Center & Downtown Foodbank. She also served in the Seattle Mayor’s office and Human Services Department, managing the successful implementation of strategic initiatives and […]

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Cascadia Art Museum Names Leigh Ann Gilmer Executive Director

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Leigh Ann Gilmer as the new Executive Director of Cascadia Art Museum. ​Leigh Ann began her career at the Museum of Northern Arizona and has since held leadership roles at the Museum of Glass and Seattle University before her tenure at the Museum of Pop Culture and Conservation […]

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Kellie Morrill Selected as the New Executive Director at Tiny Trees Preschool

​It was recently announced that Kellie Morrill was selected as the new Executive Director at Tiny Trees Preschool, a very unique organization making an impact in the community. Building upon her role as a Campus Director and Executive Director at Educare within Puget Sound Educational Service District (PSESD), Kellie brings extensive experience and passion for building high-quality early learning opportunities […]

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Center for Advanced Manufacturing Puget Sound (CAMPS) Names Kirk Davis Executive Director

​We are pleased to announce the appointment of Kirk Davis as the new Executive Director of the Center for Advanced Manufacturing Puget Sound (CAMPS) effective May 1, 2019. ​Kirk’s diverse background, including serving the small business community, manufacturing, banking and finance, and community integration, make him an excellent fit for the CAMPS organization. Kirk will […]

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