Executive Director Reflections

Dear LT Community:

The past few weeks have been a whirlwind as we've recruited for the LT'26 class. Thank you to our alumni who joined us at six recruitment events across Puget Sound, and to our LT'24 alumni who gave inspiring testimonials during our information sessions. See photos below!

As we wrap up recruitment season, here's one final ask: Have you nominated candidates for LT'26? It's not too late to submit a few last-minute nominations. If you've already nominated candidates, please take the extra step—reach out and encourage them to apply. Share your LT story and what make this experience and our community special. These personal touches truly make a difference!

Connecting with alumni from across the decades—from the 1980s to today—has re-energized me for the work ahead. Though we are navigating uncertain times, I know we are stronger together. By lifting each other up, we can build a brighter tomorrow.

In community,

Bindiya Patel

Executive Director

As an LT alum, you know how to use our aligned values and shared leadership tools to dig deep into difficult challenges. You also know the power of the LT community coming together to hold space for one another.

We invite you to do both at a Virtual Town Hall for the LT community this Wednesday, April 2, from 3:30-4:45p.m.

During this virtual gathering, we will provide a brief intro to a framework for moving forward from adrienne maree brown and then create space for small groups to work their way through the framework. We hope to see you there!

Alumni Support Makes All the Difference in Our Recruitment Efforts

It has been a joy to connect with 100+ LT alumni while recruiting for the next cohort. A big thank you to our dedicated alumni who made these gatherings possible!

Private Sector Happy Hour and Recruitment Event

Many thanks to Davis Wright Tremaine for hosting this event, and to our incredible alumni working in the private sector for attending and bringing candidates.

Queer Alumni and Allies Happy Hour and Recruitment Event

What a special evening! Thank you to Brady Walkinshaw, LT'12 and Noisy Creek for hosting and sponsoring. It was wonderful to connect with so many alumni and potential candidates!

Arts and Culture Recruitment Event

Many thanks to Brian Carter, LT'18 and Kate Nagle-Caraluzzo, LT'24 who made this event possible. Special thanks to Town Hall Seattle for hosting and to 4Culture for sponsoring!

BIPOC Networking and Recruitment Event

What a great night! We extend our gratitude to board member Trey Chenier, LT'20 and Perkins Coie for hosting. It was wonderful to reconnect with our BIPOC community and meet potential LT-ers!

Olympia Lunch and Recruitment Event

Special thanks to Michaela Doelman, LT'22, Marcus Glasper, LT'20, and Joshua Johnston, LT'18 for organizing this lunch. We are also grateful for WSECU for sponsoring this event.

Tacoma Happy Hour and Recruitment Event

Thank you to our Tacoma alumni who showed up (despite the wild weather forecast!) for an evening of connection and community.

Annual Report

Explore the impact Leadership Tomorrow is making in our community! Read our Annual Report, celebrating LT's 40th anniversary and highlighting our inspiring alumni who are driving change.

LT'25 Class Highlights

Curious about what this year's class is learning? Check out their reflections from recent Possibility Days:

Alumni Community Updates: Grapevine

Discover how LT alumni are advancing in their careers and partnering to build a more resilient Puget Sound region. If you have an update to share, email Megan.

LT'87: Rep. Frank Chopp recently passed away. Read about his legacy here.

LT'98: Lolo Arevalo recently joined the Board of Director for the Pacific Northwest (PNW) Chapter of the National Association of Latino Healthcare Executives (NALHE).

LT'11: Bernadette Merikle recently passed away. Donate to her GoFundMe here.

LT'12: Liz Kellison joined The Global Center for Gender Equality Advisory Board.

LT'12: Jen Martin’s book, The Creative Way Forward, has been recently recognized with two awards:

🏆Axiom Business Book Awards – Top award in the Personal Development category

🏆 American Book Fest – Top award in the General Self-Help category

LT'12: Jennifer Sik was named to the 2025 Forbes "Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State" list.

LT'16: In honor of Women's History Month, Julie Pham published a list of 500+ leadership books written by women.

LT'17: Joy Langley started a new position as Director of Growth at RIVA Solutions.

LT'19: Robb Schmitt was promoted to Director at West Monroe.

LT'22: Linda Lowry recently joined Seattle Means Business Magazine as the new Managing Editor.

LT’24: Chika Monu was promoted to Principal Program Manager, Strategic Transformation Office at Smartsheet.

LT'24: Delmas Whittaker was promoted to Chief Operations Officer, Maritime Division at Port of Seattle.

LT'25: Paul Buckley was promoted to Vice President, Chief Workforce Experience Officer at Fred Hutch.

LT'25: Nicholas Vann recently joined the joined the Board of Directors for Asian and Pacific Islander Americans in Historic Preservation (APIAHiP). The organization works nationally but is based in Seattle.

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