About Us
Seattle CityClub is a nonpartisan, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization improving the civic health of the Puget Sound region by providing programs that bridge politics, sectors, and generations to inform and engage residents and community leaders. Every year, Seattle CityClub programs serve over 4,000 Puget Sound residents in-person, and an additional 26,000 residents through social media and website content.
Our Mission
Seattle CityClub facilitates dynamic and inclusive civic engagement that informs, connects, and activates our region to strengthen civic health and effective democracy.
Our Vision
We envision a Puget Sound region defined by an engaged public navigating civic life with relevance, agency, and connection.
What We Stand For
Passionate Non-Partisanship
Civic dialogue that reflects our community.
Community of Belonging
Value and promote a wide range of political views, perspectives, and experiences.
Leader Access + Accountability
Active exchange of ideas on issues that foster accountability and engagement.
Respectful Conversation
Cultivate open and civil dialogue.
Connection and Collaboration
Bring together people and ideas to address critical issues.
Our Staff and Board Members
- Femi Adebayo, Microsoft
- Kim Becklund, Strategic Advisor/Transportation Sector and Partnership Facilitator (Secretary)
- Eric Berlinberg, Amazon
- Jaki Brophy, Compass Health
- Carla Carrell, Comcast
- Ajay Chakrapani, DigiSignals
- Michael Cheever, College Success Foundation
- Cameron Cloar-Zavaleta, Alaska Airlines
- Andrew Gabel, Lane Powell PC (Treasurer)
- Jill Jackson, Monument Advocacy (President)
- Julie Kang, Seattle University
- Cathy Jimenez, King County Metro
- Sean La Marr, Hope For The Warriors
- Brad Lane, Seattle City Attorney’s Office
- Michael McIntyre, Hubbell Communications
- Bobbie Nickel, Visit Seattle
- Denice Tokunaga, Seyfarth Shaw
- Jillian Youngblood, Civic Genius
Honorary Board Members
- Kay Gabriel, Weyerhaeuser (retired)
- Maria McDaniel, City of Seattle