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Other Professional Experience: Currently broker, Windermere Real  Estate. Previously, VP/branch manager, Banner Bank; executive director, Whatcom Symphony Orchestra; VP/branch manager, Washington Mutual.

Education: Bachelor’s degree, music education, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Master of Business Administration, University of Northern Colorado.

Community Service: I’ve been active in many community organizations, currently serving on the LAW Advocates board, Whatcom County Ethics Commission and Whatcom Community College Nursing Advisory Board. Last year I was president of the Whatcom County Association of Realtors. Awards: Finalist, 2014 Professional Business Woman of the Year, Whatcom Women in Business; 2016 Ambassador of the Year, Bellingham/Whatcom Chamber of Commerce.

Statement: We have serious issues facing our community; rapidly rising home prices and rents, a moratorium on wells, living-wage jobs being threatened and farmers are struggling with regulatory excesses.   Too often the struggles of renters, landowners, business owners and farmers are ignored.  It's time to listen, ask questions and change the conversation.

We need a fresh perspective and an open mind to find solutions to our complex challenges. As a longtime businesswoman, I’ve learned to seek both sides of an issue. It’s possible to protect our environment and water supply while still making it possible for businesses and farms to thrive.

I’m endorsed by respected elected officials, including Lynden Mayor Scott Korthuis, Ferndale Mayor Jon Mutchler, Everson Mayor John Perry, Nooksack Mayor Jim Ackerman and Sumas Mayor Bob Bromley. I’m supported by many community leaders, including Rich Appel, Lesa Boxx, Carmen Denson, Mimi (Osterdahl) Eggers, Dennis Hill, Kamyar Monsef, Jon Soine, Rick Sucee, Allison Trimble and Debbie Vander Veen.

Vowing to serve all county residents, I humbly ask for your vote.