Speakers
CEO, Amara
Fahren has been in the youth, community development, and expanded learning field for over 20 years. She was a Senior Program Officer for the Greater Tacoma Community Foundation and provided oversight of their investments in Out-of-School-Time and Social Emotional Learning initiatives...
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Senior Program Officer, Greater Tacoma Community Foundation
Megan Smedsrud joined the Greater Tacoma Community Foundation in 2019 as a Senior Impact Officer. In this role she supported the development of a city-wide afterschool program in Tacoma, oversees the Whole Child Portfolio, and is passionate about working at the intersection of philanthropy...
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Executive Director, Dylan Jude Harrell Community Center
With a decade of organized camping experience, Claire transitioned to the classroom, teaching Career and Technical Education courses at the High School Level. An opportunity arose to pursue a passion project & dream, aiding in her transition out of public education. As the founding...
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Assistant Director of External Affairs, Washington Student Achievement Council
Joel Anderson (he/him) is Assistant Director of External Affairs at the Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC) and supports the agency's state and federal legislative relations work. Prior to joining WSAC, he served as a legislative liaison for graduate and professional students...
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Kechi Amaefule is a radiant and relatable speaker, author and certified life coach who inspires others to continue striving for greatness despite life’s obstacles. Born in Seattle, WA and raised by her Nigerian parents, she was exposed to the idea that anything you want in this...
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