Darwyn Anderson

I believe my background and experience will be of value to SMA. As the Human Resources Director at Seattle Parks & Recreation, I am charged with the responsibility for establishing strategic direction regarding workforce development. Additionally, my 13 years with the City has taken me from a front line staff position, Seattle Office for Civil Rights, to my current Human Resources Director position. I believe my experiences will add value to the SMA board that will be very insightful in assisting the SMA to continue being the City of Seattle's leading professional development organization by promoting excellence and integrity in City management, and by being a champion for the value of public sector leadership. I look forward to serving each and every member of the SMA.

Aurora Mendoza

Aurora works for Seattle Public Utilities' Utility Systems Management Branch as a Strategic Advisor. Aurora has worked for the City for 13 years beginning in 1994 and was elected as board member in 2006. Aurora believes that SMA connects managers and leaders, provides the opportunity to exlore new ways of doing business and use these connections to identify practical, common-sense ways that we can keep City services operating at the highest levels of services.

Kathy Peterson

Kathy works for Seattle Public Utilities as a Business Process and Systems Analyst. Kathy has worked for the City for over eleven years spending the majority of her career managing special projects/programs and strategic planning for the Department of Executive Administration in the Purchasing and Contracting Services Division. Kathy was appointed to the SMA Board in the spring of 2007 to fill a vacated position. Working collaboratively, building relationships and focusing on continuous improvement are skills that Kathy believes ensure the success of City leadership. Through the programs and networking opportunities offered by SMA, Kathy believes that employees have the opportunity to enhance their professional and leadership goals.

Bobby Forch

I've had the honor of working for the City for eighteen years and I'm currently working for the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) as a Strategic Advisor in the Major Projects Division. In my current position I advise SDOT staff on issues related to business outreach efforts required for major contracts with Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Women and Minority-owned Business (WMBE) requirements. I also work directly on other social equity related initiatives sponsored by the City, especially on major SDOT projects such as the Viaduct Replacement Project. I attribute my leadership success at the City to building strong relationships, maintaining open-communication and forming partnerships that help us achieve our goals. I'm passionate about working collaboratively, about diversity and about managing for success. I look forward to putting my skills to work for SMA through a leadership role on the Board.

Denise Williams

I am currently the Administrative Services Director for the Legislative Department but have enjoyed a career of service in the City that began as an Administrative Assistant with the Office of Management and Budget in 1990. Other positions held include Classification and Compensation Analyst for City Personnel, HR Manager for the Engineering Department and stints as a Strategic Advisor in SDOT and SPU. In my current position I manage the Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Communications, and Administrative Support sections of the Legislative Department. The Department includes City Council, Central Staff, City Clerks Office and the Administrative Services Division.

I look forward to helping make "connections" with our professional workforce thru SMA Board membership.

Glenda Graham-Walton

I am currently the Executive Director for the Seattle Civil Service Commission. I have two tenures with the City, 1979-1991 and 1999 to present. My seven year break in service included working as a Community College instructor, corporate trainer and organization development consultant. During that time I also served two Interim Executive Directorships: one at Seattle Central Community College’s Institute for Training and Development and the other at Rotary Boys and Girls Club. My City work experience which includes consulting and employment at City Light, Personnel and the Ethics and Elections Commission, as well as my other professional experiences has allowed me to work with and gain an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of employees in almost every City department and occupation. I feel my experience and knowledge will be an asset and contribute to SMA’s efforts to advance leadership in the City and provide valuable services and lessons to SMA members.

Deb Schlenkerr

I am the Director of Computing Services in the Department of Information Technology and have worked for the City for three and a half years. Prior to joining the City I worked as a Technologies Consultant, IT Operations Director and Auditor with 25+ years of experience. I strive to provide the best possible service to my internal City customers through a focus on IT Service Management. I am an ACCIS (Association of Washington City and County Information System professionals) board member where I am responsible for assisting in conference planning. I joined SMA in order to meet other City employees and take advantage of the training and other programs provided. I look forward to serving SMA as a board member.

Marquinta Williams

Marquinta Williams joined SMA as the Executive Director in April 2008. A recent graduate of Tennessee State University, Marquinta received her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a Concentration in Marketing. She sees the work of SMA as a perfect fit for her interests and education and looks forward to assisting the Board with the planned growth and development of the organization. Marquinta's passion for marketing and event planning promises to be a key asset for the membership of SMA.