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.

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 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.