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Karen Daubert, Executive DirectorKaren has been the Executive Director of Seattle Parks Foundation since it’s doors first opened in August 2001. She has over 15 years experience in parks policy, advocacy, and funding issues. Karen worked as an attorney for the King County Prosecutor's Office where she focused on property acquisition, parks, and real estate. She was appointed to several citywide boards and commissions, including the Seattle Planning Commission, the Seattle Board of Parks Commissioners and the Pro Parks 2000 Oversight and Campaign Committees. Karen co-chaired the 2008 Parks and Green Spaces Levy Campaign, founded and chaired a citywide advocacy group, Friends of Street Ends, and was a founding board member and vice president of the Central Area Development Association. She was appointed by the Governor and currently serves on the State Recreation and Conservation Funding Board (RCFB). She received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Washington and a law degree from Seattle University. Phone (206) 332-9900 x 11 |
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Becca Aue, Program DirectorBecca came to Seattle Parks Foundation in 2010 and oversees the Neighborhood Parks and Green Connections Programs and the Foundation’s advocacy initiatives. Becca has more than ten years experience working in the public, non-profit and consulting sectors with a focus on a building a green transportation system and pedestrian-friendly communities. Becca’s expertise lies in project management, government and community relations, coalition-building and policy development. She was the Project Manager for a variety of local and regional transportation initiatives – including the Southeast Seattle Transportation Study and the Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan – and has worked with partners across the state to develop better bicycle, transit and pedestrian systems. Becca received her Masters of Public Administration with a focus on environmental policy from the University of Washington, and holds a Bachelor’s of Arts from University of Virginia in Anthropology and Religious Studies. A native of Virginia who has been living in Seattle since 1996, Becca is currently a proud resident of Columbia City. When not at work Becca can be found playing with her two young girls at parks all over Seattle, exploring the wilderness, telemark skiing or riding her bike around town. Phone (206) 332-9900 x 12 |
| Lydia Bassett, Deputy Director Lydia manages and provides strategic direction for our communications and development teams. Previously at Humanities Washington she served as Associate Director and Program Director. Her nonprofit experience has focused on fundraising, public-private partnerships, and public programs with an emphasis on accessibility to underserved populations. Lydia attended Swarthmore College and graduated with a BA in Communication from the University of Washington. Lydia also attended the Pacific Northwest Nonprofit Leadership Institute and received a fundraising certificate from Bellevue Community College. Lydia enjoys running, biking, and swimming in Seattle’s green and blue spaces. She lives with her family in Ballard not far from Salmon Bay Park. Phone (206) 332-9900 x 15 |
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Valerie Normand, Communications and Technology ManagerValerie combines her love of the outdoors with a background in the public, private, and nonprofit worlds, to keep communications and IT operations flowing smoothly at the Parks Foundation. Originally from Louisiana, she earned her Bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts from Louisiana State University before moving to the Northwest for an MS in Environmental Management from Western Washington University. Prior to joining the Parks Foundation team, she spent four years in the outdoor gear industry, nine years in North Cascades National Park as a ranger, and worked with international exchange students to facilitate enriching professional experiences in the western US. Valerie is drawn to Seattle's signature parks like Seward Park where she can run, bike, and otherwise find refuge in the old growth forests and views of the nearby mountains. Phone (206) 332-9900 x 17Valerie(at)seattleparksfoundation.org |
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Jessica Shawver, Program Manager Jessica has ten years of experience working with nonprofits. She currently manages the Bench, Tree, and Yellow Swing Donation Program as well as our Waterway 18 restoration project. She received her degree in Environmental Science from the University of Idaho and enjoys exploring our park system, hiking wildlands, and reading great books. Phone (206) 332-9900 x 18Jessica(at)seattleparksfoundation.org
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Jennifer Silva, Senior Development OfficerJennifer is part of the Development team, working to create and implement the strategy for raising funds for our projects, programs, and general operations. Her particular areas of focus include grantwriting, editing, and database management. Jennifer has worked exclusively in the nonprofit sector, and her previous experience includes positions at Duke University, Shelter Network, and the University of Pennsylvania. Jennifer is on the Program Committee for the Puget Sound Grantwriters Association and a member of the Hutch Kids Child Care Center Board of Directors. Out of the office, Jennifer can be found playing soccer, trying a new recipe with her husband, or climbing a jungle gym with her 3-year-old son. Phone (206) 332-9900 x 14Jennifer(at)seattleparksfoundation.org |
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Greta Wilson, Office and Development AssistantGreta is part of the Development team, and offers support to the entire staff at Seattle Parks Foundation. She has three years experience working in development in the arts, and looks forward to growing with the Foundation. Born and raised in New England, she graduated from Williams College with degrees in English and Theatre. While at Williams she co-founded a theatre company, the Satori Group, with whom she moved to Seattle in the winter of 2007. She has been working in the non-profit and arts communities ever since. When not in the office Greta spends her days in and around parks and water, and her nights working in the theatre and supporting local art. Phone (206) 332-9900 x 10Greta(at)seattleparksfoundation.org |
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David Traylor, Finance ManagerDavid brings a diverse background to his role as Finance Manager for the Parks Foundation. With a keen eye on the numbers and healthy sense of humor, he keeps all operations running smoothly and within budget. Before his move to the Northwest, David earned a BA in Environmental Design from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, and Master's degrees in Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning from the University of Michigan. In addition to his accounting duties, David has worked as a visual artist on paintings, sculptures and installations, and as a landscape architect designing gardens, parks, arboretums and city neighborhoods. When not juggling the books, you may catch a glimpse of David running a local trail to train for his next half marathon, or collaborating with other designers on several art projects around Seattle. Phone (206) 332-9900 x 19David(at)seattleparksfoundation.org
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