BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Carrie Dolwick, Board Chair

Carrie's experience includes researching and promoting enhanced economic development through emerging technologies, renewable energy, and sustainable development. She also brings her knowledge of public and business administration. Carrie currently works as a policy associate with the Northwest Energy Coalition. Her past experience includes an internship with the US DOE Seattle Regional Office, employment with NWSEED, researching state policy directives for the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), and leading the acquisition of DOE grant money for bio-diesel infrastructure development. Carrie holds an MPA from the Evans School of Public Administration at the University of Washington. She also holds a graduate level certificate in Environmental Management.

Tim Crosby, Vice Chair

Tim Crosby is focused on regional economic growth and vitality through energy and food system development. Alongside his work for Northwest SEED, Tim works on interrelated market, logistics, outreach, and policy issues supporting the growth of a vibrant local food system, including making the connections between climate change and the amount of energy used to grow and move the food we eat. Previously, Tim served on the Agriculture Technical Working Group for Washington State's Climate Advisory Team, the steering committee for the Washington Farm to School Connections Team, and as a member of the Seattle Schools Nutrition Advisory Council. Tim is a trustee for the Carolyn Foundation and spent 15 years as a professional photographer and graphic designer. Tim holds an MBA in Sustainable Business from Bainbridge Graduate Institute and lives in Edmonds, Washington with his wife, two daughters, and various pets.

Jay Arnold, Treasurer

Jay Arnold combines his interest in technology and public policy with work in renewable energy, sustainable development, and transportation policy. Through his consulting firm, WINtegrated Solutions, Mr. Arnold helps small businesses and organizations with interactive web site development, online advertising, and campaigns. Previously, Mr. Arnold worked at Microsoft as a project manager in Microsoft's MSN division, launching the MSN Premium product. He also led engineering teams working on Internet Explorer and Windows 95. Mr. Arnold holds a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Colorado, Boulder and also serves on the board of Futurewise (formerly 1000 Friends of Washington).

Don Andre, Secretary

Don is currently the Deputy Director of the Campion Foundation, which is focused on preserving wilderness in western North America, eliminating homelessness, and non-profit capacity building. Don served as Executive Director of Northwest SEED from mid-2004 through mid-2007. Prior to that he worked for over 20 years with Spokane Neighborhood Action Programs, where he designed, implemented, and administered a wide range of low-income housing and energy programs. While at SNAP, Don developed skills in non-profit finances, human resources, and operations while advocating for affordable housing and clean energy.

Don Hopps, Board Member

Dr. Hopps is a founder and Consulting Director for The Institute for Washington’s Future, a research and education center dedicated to the renewal of progressive values: community, equity, participation, and a sound environment. Formerly, he was the Director of its predecessor group, the Coalition for a Livable Washington, a group of environmental, labor, religious, and community organizations which came together in the early 1990s to resolve the clashes between local environmentalists and displaced timber workers.

Chris Thompson, Board Member

Chris is the Development Manager for the Initiative for Global Development, a network of business leaders working to reduce global poverty. He has six years of combined experience in non-profit fundraising and international development including three years as a volunteer in the Peace Corps in Niger, West Africa. He is an active member of the World Affairs Council's Young Professionals International Network, a fan of independent film and documentaries, and a supporter of the green energy movement.