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.
What We Stand For
Passionate Non-Partisanship
Civic dialogue that reflects our community’s diverse political ideologies, cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Leader Access and 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 and Collaboration
Partnerships that bring together people and ideas to address critical issues.
Our Board Members
- Suzanne Walsh (President), Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
- Justo Gonzalez (Past President), Stokes Lawrence LLP
- Karin Huelsbeck (Past President), Virginia Mason Foundation
- Josh Drake (Vice President), Camber Collective
- Lisa Verhovek (Vice President), Uncommon, Inc.
- Nathan Hambley (Secretary), Uber
- Steve Hill (Teasurer)
- Betsy Robertson, American Red Cross NW Region
- Brian Surratt, City of Seattle
- Chance Hunt, The Seattle Public Library
- Chris Mefford, Community Attributes
- Dan Brady, Attorney at Law
- Janet Kelly, Puget Sound Energy
- Joaquin Hernandez, B.E. Meyers & Company
- Kathryn Neal, Microsoft
- Kay Gabriel, Weyerhaeuser (retired)
- Larry Costich, Schwabe Williamson & Wyatt
- Lisa Thompson, King 5 Television
- Maria McDaniel
- Mendy Droke, King County
- Mike Mattmiller, City of Seattle
- Monique Cohen, King County Prosecuting Attorney’s
- Nora Tabler, Tabler Coaching
- Patrick Lamb, Lamb Hanson Lamb Appraisal Association
- Sarah Studer, Impact Hub Seattle
- Scott Forslund, Providence
- Tony Wisen, Davis Wright Tremaine
Our Staff
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Diane Douglas
Diane is CityClub’s Executive Director. She leads strategic planning, fund development and supervises the management of operations and programs. Diane is a writer and kayaker and serves on the boards…...
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Allie Lindsay Johnson
Allie develops CityClub’s programs, maintains relationships with partnership organizations and generally makes sure the trains run on time. She enjoys rummaging through antique stores, her ferry commutes, and wearing boots…...
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Jenny Ott
Jenny champions our work to sponsors, corporate members and organizational funders, raising participation and financial support for CityClub’s programs. Jenny is an enthusiastic open-water swimmer and avid reader who treasures…...
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Jeff Carter
Jeff manages the Civic Boot Camp program, coordinating with local partners to provide informative and exciting day-long civic engagement programs throughout Puget Sound. Jeff loves outdoor adventures in the sea…...
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Everett Lawson
Everett manages the branding, website and marketing initiatives for Seattle CityClub programs, focusing on fostering brand advocates and expanding Seattle CityClub’s audience. He spends the weekends deejaying at nightclubs around Seattle and…...
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Brianna Brown
Brianna is the voice you’ll hear if you give us a call. She is responsible for much of the leg work around our events and stays on top of general…...
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Laura Orella
Laura works on direct fundraising campaigns, membership acquisition and retention, and donor stewardship. When not at work, she enjoys backpacking, cooking, and practicing yoga....
