Executive Director Reflections

Dear LT Community:

As we near the end of the year, I'm reflecting on the power and importance of community. Cultivating community is central to who I am and has been since childhood. I grew up in a tight-knit Indian immigrant family in Iowa. Even though my parents were thousands of miles away from where they grew up in India and in Kenya and even though there weren’t a lot of Indian people in Iowa in the 1980s, they taught me how to create and sustain community.

My mom can create a connection anywhere. On a trip to Yellowstone in 1983, my mom used a Yellow Pages from our motel room to look up other Patels in this tiny town in Wyoming so we could swap stories and enjoy a cup of proper Indian tea.

These moments taught me that community has the power to uplift and sustain you. As the calendar year winds down, I invite you to consider how you can lean into your communities for support and energy—and how you can support others in turn.

Thank you for being a vital part of our community. Together, we can build a brighter tomorrow.

In community,

Bindiya Patel

P.S. If you think it's important to cultivate a community of leaders who can work collectively to shape a more inclusive future, please donate to LT. All gifts made through the end of the year will be matched, up to $12,500!

Cross-Sector Collaboration: Town Hall Seattle and LTHJ Global Partnership

Building cross-sector relationships is what makes Leadership Tomorrow so special—and impactful. Lindsey T. H. Jackson, LT’24, Lead Executive Officer of LTHJ Global and

Kate Nagle-Caraluzzo, LT’24, Executive Director of Town Hall Seattle might never have crossed paths if it weren’t for Leadership Tomorrow. This connection sparked a powerful collaboration, which Kate announced in a recent blog post:

I’m thrilled to introduce you to our newest curator here at Town Hall Seattle, Lindsey T.H. Jackson. Lindsey and I first met through Leadership Tomorrow, a program dedicated to catalyzing leaders across sectors. Inside of 30 minutes, I could see that Lindsey is a person who knows exactly what she wants — and what she hopes the world can be.

Lindsey’s authenticity and leadership are truly inspiring. That’s why I’m so proud that Town Hall is partnering with LTHJ Global to present Lindsey’s Unlearning series. This series isn’t just about hearing ideas — it’s about experiencing real conversations that challenge us. Each event brings together thought leaders to dive deep into today’s most pressing topics like racism, misogyny, and ableism, leaving space for big questions and even bigger dreams.

To launch the series at Town Hall Seattle, Lindsey was joined by an inspiring panel of speakers including Dr. Moya Bailey, Fleur Larsen, and LT board member Amelia Ransom. Together, they explored Misogynoir: The Intersection of Misogyny and Anti-Blackness. There are three more opportunities to participate. Mark your calendar for:

Wednesday, February 12, 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 9, 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 18, 7:30 p.m.

LT Alumni Bonus: Use promo code LEADERSHIP to receive $5 off your ticket.

For over 40 years, Leadership Tomorrow has equipped leaders with deep regional knowledge, cross-sector relationships, and effective leadership skills to build a more resilient and equitable community for all.

In these polarized times, our mission is more vital than ever. Your donation today sustains our Flagship Program and alumni programming while investing in the collective wellbeing of our region. All gifts made through the end of the year will be matched, up to $12,500.

Thank you for supporting LT! We can't do this important work without you.

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We are excited to kick off 2025 with a workshop that will inspire you to think about respect in new ways. Join Dr. Julie Pham, LT'16, the author of the Amazon Bestseller 7 Forms of Respect: A Guide to Transforming Your Communication and Relationships at Work, for this fast-paced, practical, and interactive workshop.

You’ve heard of the “Golden Rule.” Dr. Julie Pham will introduce you to the “Rubber Band Rule” of respect. This is a rare opportunity to experience a 7 Forms of Respect workshop, which are usually reserved for CuriosityBased's organizational clients.

Time and Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 4-5:15 p.m. PST

Location: Zoom

Tickets: $15-$50

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'92: Sherilyn Anderson was named one of Puget Sound Journal's honorees for its Directors of the Year program. Learn more here.

LT'98: Liahann Bannerman was promoted to Senior Director Equitable Philanthropy at United Way of King County.

LT'00: Bonnie Glenn was appointed by Mayor Harrell to serve as Interim Director of the Office of Police Accountability (OPA).

LT'08: Jacquie Estep started a new position as Program/Project Manager III at King County.

LT'12: Tracy Hilliard launched a new business and is the Co-Founder and Co-Executive Director of Lift Every Voice Evaluation, Research & Strategy.

LT'14: Gabe Grant was appointed by Mayor Harrell to serve as a Council member on the Pike Place Market Preservation and Development Authority.

LT'15: Mark Ruffo started a new position as Chief Advancement Officer at California Academy of Sciences.

LT'15: Jeff Tobin started a new position as Business Unit Leader - Commercial at Gray.

LT'15: Ash Vasudeva joined ConnectED as President and CEO.

LT'18: Kimberly Kearns started a new position as Delivery Director, Software Engineering Solutions at TRC Companies, Inc.

LT'18: Melanie Roberts started a new position as Executive Director at Washington State Academy of Sciences.

LT'18: Adam Rohde started a new venture as Principal & Founder at Rohde Consulting Group, LLC.

LT'19: Trevor Gooby was promoted to Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at Seattle Mariners.

LT'19: Carrie Morgan was promoted to Senior Manager, People Analytics at PwC.

LT'19: Kathleen Richardson joined Youth Guidance as the Development Director.

LT'20: Martha Mickelson joined JPMorgan Chase as Community Engagement Manager, Vice President.

LT'21: Trevor Lovell joined EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc, PBC as Associate General Counsel.

LT'24: J Borusky joined the Arts Advisory Committee for 4Culture.

LT'24: John Henry was appointed Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer for UNCF.

LT'24: Mallory Webster was promoted to partner at Perkins Coie.

LT'25: Dr. Jameelah Cage was promoted to Director of Relational Policing at Seattle Police Department.

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