
Executive Board

Bindu Sutaria
President
Managing Director, Global Head of Marketing
Parametric

Britni Babington
Vice President
Vice President, Relationship Manager
Washington Trust Bank

Amy Barnes
Treasurer
CEO
Firebrand Wealth Management

Audrey Ford
Secretary
Head of Transformation & Strategic Programs
Darigold

Elizabeth Sholander
Immediate Past President
Senior Vice President, Senior Credit Administrator
Columbia Bank
Board Members

Jennifer Anker
Senior Wealth Advisor
Mariner Wealth Advisors

Julia Atalla
Co-founder, Executive/Leadership Coach
The MJJM Group

Shea Hamilton
Senior Budget Advisor
Office of Financial Management

Maneesha Lall
Chief of Staff, Director
Microsoft Corporation

Scott Poepping
Principal
Meridan Capital

Sally Revell
Head of Product Marketing
Google

Katie Sluss
Senior Litigation Counsel
TikTok Inc.

Kirsten Smith
Leadership and Communications Coach
True Warrior Way
Professional Team

Deborah Frockt
Executive Director
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Deb’s nonprofit career spans human services, education and the arts. In addition to executive roles, Deb has led development, marketing, communication, outreach and community building, and government affairs efforts for social impact organizations ranging in size from $1.5M to $10M. She began her professional life as a playwright and new play dramaturg. That deep work in communication and collaboration continues to inspire her leadership style. Deb holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in English, creative writing and theatre studies. Deb and her husband have two grown sons. In her free time, she enjoys baking, yoga, hiking, the beach and road trips.

Lindie Gardner
Program Director
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Lindie is committed to social and environmental justice, anti-racism, and amplifying the voices of individuals and communities who are disproportionately impacted by systemic injustice. She has a certificate in community leadership and a bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Colorado. Lindie moved to Seattle from Boulder, Colorado in 2014 and can usually be found outside enjoying the beauty of the Pacific Northwest — running on trails, reading books, and camping with her dog.

Cheri Jensen
Development Director
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Cheri brings more than a decade of experience in development, storytelling and strategic leadership to WWIN. With a strong passion for mission-driven work, she is committed to advancing organizations that uplift communities, celebrate diversity and empower women. As a first-generation college graduate with a degree in Advertising Design from North Park University, Cheri understands firsthand the impact of education and opportunity. She is especially inspired by the transformative work WWIN does to support Washington women access the resources they need to thrive in college and beyond. Outside of work, Cheri enjoys exploring the outdoors with her family, cooking, reading and tending to her garden.

Gail Lapasin
Community Engagement Consultant
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Gail specializes in nonprofit fund development and strategy. Her expertise is establishing fundraising infrastructure encompassing partnership programs, individual and corporate giving, communications, marketing and special events. Gail earned a bachelor’s in business administration from Western Michigan University and is certified by The Fund Raising School from The Center of Philanthropy at Indiana University. A native of Michigan, the Pacific Northwest is her home where she and her husband have raised their family. You can often find Gail on the golf course, yoga mat, bike and anywhere near the mountains or the water.

Luana Ma
Finance and Operations Director
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Luana brings over 10 years of management experience in non-profit backend operations with a passion for education and helping others. Born and raised in Seattle, Luana is a first-generation college grad and is a Washington State University alum with bachelor’s degrees in psychology and sociology and a minor in criminal justice. She is absolutely thrilled to join WWIN as many of our Scholar’s stories and backgrounds remind her of her own journey and experiences. Luana lives in Puyallup with her fiancée, two daughters and two kittens. In her free time, she loves being by the water, traveling, cooking and spending quality time with her family.

Sandy Ton
Administrative Coordinator
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Sandy brings 12 years of experience in small business management and a genuine passion for helping others. With a background in supporting diverse industries, Sandy specializes in streamlining operations and helping businesses grow. Her expertise is backed by a degree in Accounting and a bachelor’s in economics, allowing her to offer both strategic insight and practical solutions. Sandy is driven by a deep desire to support others in realizing their visions and goals. Born and raised in Seattle, she loves exploring the outdoors, traveling, practicing yoga, creating art and sharing these passions with her son.

Juliet Sandell
Program Coordinator
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Juliet entered the nonprofit sector through LGBTQ+ and animal rights organizations and has turned her passion for social justice into profession through nonprofit work ever since. She is excited to make an impact with WWIN. Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, she earned her bachelor’s degree in zoology, with minors in Spanish and nonprofit studies, at North Carolina State University before moving to Seattle in 2019. In her free time, she enjoys sewing, baking vegan treats, and camping throughout the beautiful Pacific Northwest.