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
Our mission is to inform, connect, and engage the public to strengthen the civic health of our region. It’s our vision that, along with natural wonder, innovative business and vibrant culture, the Puget Sound region is defined by informed people engaged with their leaders in effective democracy.
What We Stand For
Passionate Non-Partisanship
Civic dialogue that reflects our community’s diverse political ideologies, cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Infusing diversity, equity, and inclusion into every aspect of our organization, from strategic planning to programming.
Leader Access + Accountability
Active exchange of ideas that foster accountability and engagement between residents, experts and policymakers.
Respectful Conversation
Lively and respectful forums that cultivate open and civil debate.
Connection + Collaboration
Partnerships that bring together people and ideas to address critical issues.
Our Staff and Board Members
- Jeff Carter, Program Specialist
- 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
- Sean La Marr, Hope For The Warriors
- Michael McIntyre, Hubbell Communications
- Denice Tokunaga, Seyfarth Shaw
- Jillian Youngblood, Civic Genius
Honorary Board Members
- Kay Gabriel, Weyerhaeuser (retired)
- Maria McDaniel, City of Seattle