Lanie J. McMullin, MFA, has worked building viable and vital communities in both the private and public sector for over 30 years. Currently executive director of economic development with the City of Everett, McMullin is responsible for coordinating and overseeing efforts to revitalize, redevelop and advance Everett's economic viability.
McMullin is a sought-after expert and public speaker on the creation of healthy communities, the role of cultural arts in economic development and becoming a change maker.
Second Featured Speaker
Counting Ripples of Successful Community Work
Debra Hansen
Director, WSU Stevens County Extension
Community and Economic Development
Debra Hansen designs and offers classes and workshops to local small farmers, entrepreneurs, nonprofits and small businesses, but finds most enjoyment out of helping leaders understand their role in building and sustaining abundant, resilient communities. Debra helped create and develop Ripple Effect Mapping - an evaluation tool to explore the effects of complex community programs.
