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Leadership // Convention Sales & Services // Public Affairs // Membership

Tourism Development // Public Relations // Marketing // Operations/Office Management

Leadership Team

  • A smiling woman with long gray hair and glasses stands in front of a building. She is wearing a black turtleneck and a necklace, with a black blazer. The words

    Tammy Canavan

    President & CEO

    Phone 206.461.5833

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  • Kelly Saling Headshot

    Kelly Saling

    Senior Vice President / Chief Sales Officer

    Phone 206.461.5802

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  • Michael Woody

    Michael Woody

    Senior Vice President / Chief Communications Officer

    Phone 206.461.5808

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  • Stephanie Byington

    Stephanie Byington

    Chief Marketing Officer

    Phone 206.461.5809

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  • A smiling man with a bald head, wearing a light blue shirt, is in the foreground. A blurred cityscape with buildings, greenery, and a river is visible in the background.

    Scott Bly

    Chief Financial Officer

    Phone 206.461.5837

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Convention Sales & Services

  • Kelly Saling Headshot

    Kelly Saling

    Senior Vice President / Chief Sales Officer

    Phone 206.461.5802

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  • A person with a beard is smiling, wearing a blue blazer and white shirt, standing in front of lush green plants in a bright location.

    Peter Andersen

    Senior Director, Convention Strategy

    Phone 206.6461.5819

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  • A man with a beard, wearing a suit and a light-colored shirt, is smiling in an indoor setting with large windows. Lush green plants are visible in the background, creating a bright and natural atmosphere.

    Chris Connelly

    Senior Director of Sales

    Phone 206.461.5814

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  • A smiling man with short hair and a beard, wearing a blue checked blazer and a white shirt. The background features lush green plants and soft natural lighting.

    Troy Anderson

    Senior Director of Sales

    Phone 206.461.5823

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  • A woman with long brown hair smiles at the camera. She is wearing a black top and hoop earrings. The background features a blurred, muted interior with greenery.

    Alison LaFollette, CMP

    Director, Mid-Atlantic Region

    Phone 410.535.7500

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  • A woman with long brown hair and a big smile is wearing a red blouse and a silver necklace. The background is softly blurred with colorful lights, suggesting an indoor setting.

    Anita Cerana

    National Account Director – Local & Key Accounts

    Phone 206.461.5855

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  • A smiling person with short brown hair is standing outdoors. They are wearing a black blazer and a pink top. The background features a blurred view of the Space Needle and a cityscape.

    Anne Cleveland

    National Account Director

    Phone 206.461.5832

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  • Smiling man with short hair and a beard wearing a blue suit and checkered shirt, standing outdoors with greenery in the background.

    Brock Bradley

    National Account Director

    Phone 206.461.5846

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  • A woman with shoulder-length hair smiles at the camera. She is wearing a beige blazer over a maroon top with white polka dots. The background is a softly focused indoor setting with bright lights and blurred signs.

    Cari Burton

    National Account Director

    Phone 206.461.5843

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  • A woman wearing a gray blazer and black top smiles at the camera. She stands in an indoor setting with large potted plants and natural light in the background.

    Crisanta Callejo

    Executive Meetings Manager

    Phone 206.461.5838

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  • Smiling person with glasses and shoulder-length dark hair, wearing a black and gray sweater, stands in front of a lush, green plant background.

    Eun Kleinheksel

    Senior Manager, Sales Operations

    Phone 206.461.5857

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  • A person with long, wavy hair smiles, wearing a black blazer and white shirt, standing outdoors. The background is slightly blurred, with greenery and a concrete wall.

    Jacqueline Bennifield

    National Account Manager

    Phone 206.461.5883

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  • John Puglisi

    John Puglisi

    National Account Director, Mid-Atlantic Region

    Phone (703) 975-7949

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  • A person is smiling while standing in an indoor setting. They are wearing a black jacket over a maroon shirt. The background features blurred greenery and concrete structures.

    Jordan Hathaway

    National Account Manager

    Phone 206.461.5886

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  • A person with a beard and wavy hair wearing a blue blazer over a checkered shirt stands indoors. The background includes large windows and green plants, creating a natural, relaxed atmosphere.

    Matthew Greenham

    Destination Manager

    Phone 206.461.5887

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  • A person wearing a dark suit with a colorful bow tie stands indoors with plants and a concrete wall in the background, smiling at the camera.

    Mike Claravall

    National Account Director – Midwest

    Phone 206-461-5826

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  • A woman with shoulder-length brown hair smiles warmly at the camera. She is wearing a black and white patterned blouse. The background features soft-focus greenery indoors, suggesting a modern, bright environment.

    Katie Bender

    National Account Director, Midwest - Great Lakes Region

    Phone 206.461.5827

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  • A person with shoulder-length dark hair and a bright smile is wearing a white scarf with black polka dots and a black top. The background is softly blurred, suggesting an indoor setting with warm lighting.

    Sue Yoo

    National Account Director

    Phone 206.461.5828

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  • A woman with short blonde hair and a blue patterned blouse smiles at the camera. The background is softly blurred, suggesting a bustling indoor setting with warm lighting.

    Susan Hutton

    National Account Director

    Phone 206.461.5810

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  • Smiling person with long dark hair and glasses, wearing a light brown sweater, standing in front of greenery indoors.

    Kris La Fata

    Director, Destination Services and Events

    Phone 206.461.5877

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  • A woman with long red hair smiles warmly at the camera. She is wearing a white eyelet blouse and a gray cardigan. The background is a bright, modern interior with large windows and greenery.

    Kiana Shaw

    Senior Manager, Destination and Convention Services

    Phone 206.461.5850

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  • A person with short brown hair smiles while wearing a gray blazer and white shirt. They are indoors with greenery and a window in the background.

    Haley Follett

    Destination and Convention Services Manager

    Phone 206.461.5877

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  • A person with braided hair smiles warmly in a bustling indoor setting. They are wearing a blue cardigan over a striped top, and colorful lights are blurred in the background, suggesting a lively atmosphere.

    Sonya Howard

    Destination and Convention Services Manager

    Phone 206.461.5848

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  • Paula Cintron

    Paula Cintron

    Destination and Convention Services Specialist

    Phone 206.461.5824

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  • A woman with long brown hair smiles while standing in an outdoor setting with greenery in the background. She is wearing a black blazer over a grey top.

    Jillian Celich

    Event Manager

    Phone 206.461.5869

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  • A person with long dark hair and bangs smiles at the camera. They are wearing a gray top and a silver necklace. The background is blurred with greenery visible, suggesting an outdoor or garden setting.

    Samiha Hossain

    Events Coordinator

    Phone 206.461.5896

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  • A young person with short blonde hair, wearing a white headband and a light pink dress over a white blouse, smiles in an indoor garden setting with lush green plants in the background.

    Amber Colvin

    Sales Systems Specialist

    Phone 206.461.5856

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  • A woman with shoulder-length dark hair smiles while wearing a checkered blazer and a white top. She stands in front of green plants, creating a natural, serene background.

    Fiona Siao

    Senior Conventions Coordinator

    Phone 206.461.5820

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  • A person wearing a maroon blazer and white blouse stands smiling in front of a background filled with lush green plants.

    Ligaya Peterson

    Senior Sales and Marketing Operations Coordinator

    Phone 206.461.5845

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  • A person with long dark hair and glasses smiles while wearing a purple sweater. They stand in front of lush green plants, with natural light streaming in from a window.

    Marielle Jardiel

    Senior Conventions Coordinator

    Phone 206.461.5861

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  • Gaby Bautista Ramos

    Gaby Bautista Ramos

    Conventions Coordinator

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  • A person with long dark hair, wearing a checked blazer and hoop earrings, is smiling in a brightly lit indoor setting with plants and large windows in the background.

    Cheena Canete

    Conventions Coordinator

    Phone 206.461.5830

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  • A smiling person with long curly hair and orange glasses is wearing a plaid blazer and white shirt. They are in a bright indoor space with plants in the background.

    Melissa Wood

    Conventions Coordinator

    Phone 206.461.5859

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Public Affairs

  • Michael Woody

    Michael Woody

    Senior Vice President, Community Engagement And Public Affairs

    Phone 206.461.5808

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  • A person with long curly hair and glasses smiles at the camera. They are wearing a black top. The background features lush green plants and natural light.

    Bobbie Nickel

    Public Affairs Manager

    Phone 206.461.5890

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  • A person with shoulder-length dark hair and a friendly smile is wearing a black blazer over a red and white patterned top. They are standing indoors with a blurred background of vertical wooden panels and greenery.

    Diana Chen

    Director of Research

    Phone 206.461.5879

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  • A person in a business suit smiles warmly at the camera, standing indoors with a backdrop of green plants and large windows.

    Corey Hodder

    Coordinator, Community Engagement and Public Affairs

    Phone 206.461.5860

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Membership

  • A person in glasses and a navy blazer smiles warmly. They stand against a backdrop of lush green plants in a bright, sunlit space.

    Mark Salanga

    Senior Manager, Memberships and Strategic Sponsorships

    Phone 206.461.5822

    Email
  • A woman with long brown hair and a white top, wearing a black blazer, smiles at the camera. She stands indoors in a market setting with colorful blurred lights and stalls in the background.

    Claire Lindros

    Project Manager, Memberships and Strategic Sponsorships

    Phone 206.461.5822

    Email
  • A person with curly hair in a bun, wearing a black turtleneck and a gold necklace, smiles while standing indoors with a blurred background of greenery and glass walls.

    Madi McNamara

    Membership Development Manager

    Phone 206.461.8300

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  • A person with short dark hair and a mustache smiles at the camera. They are wearing a blue checkered shirt. The background features green plants and soft, natural light.

    Sage Dahring

    Membership Development Manager

    Phone 206-461-5893

    Email
  • A person in a business suit smiles warmly at the camera, standing indoors with a backdrop of green plants and large windows.

    Corey Hodder

    Coordinator, Community Engagement and Public Affairs

    Phone 206.461.5860

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  • A man with short gray hair and a beard is smiling while wearing a navy jacket over a white shirt. The background is softly blurred with warm lighting, suggesting an indoor setting like a market or café.

    Rudd Schupp

    Senior Manager, Destination Experience

    Phone 206.461.5885

    Email
  • A man with a gray beard and waxed mustache, wearing glasses and a black hat, smiles in an indoor setting with blurred lights in the background. He is wearing a black jacket with a name tag.

    James Weaver

    Destination Ambassador

    Phone 206.461.5840

    Email
  • A smiling man with short gray hair and a beard stands in a bright indoor setting with plants in the background. He is wearing a dark jacket with a small logo on the chest.

    Kent Sadow

    Destination Ambassador

    Phone 206.461.5862

    Email
  • Smiling woman with curly brown hair wearing red glasses and a black turtleneck, standing indoors with blurred greenery in the background.

    Lorna Davis

    Destination Ambassador

    Phone 206.4661.5865

    Email
  • Elderly person with a white beard and light blue shirt, wearing a name tag, smiles at the camera. The background shows greenery and a softly lit indoor area.

    LLoyd Adalist

    Destination Ambassador

    Phone 206.461.5888

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Tourism Development

  • A woman with shoulder-length brown hair smiles warmly. She is wearing a houndstooth blazer and a white blouse. The background is blurred, featuring a large, dark green structure.

    Liz Johnson

    Senior Director, Tourism Development

    Phone 206.461.5816

    Email
  • A person with wavy, shoulder-length hair smiles at the camera. They are wearing a gray blazer over an orange top. The background features greenery and blurred foliage.

    Caitlyn Shearer

    Manager, Tourism Development

    Phone 206.461.5815

    Email
  • A man with short dark hair and a beard, wearing a blue patterned shirt and a grey blazer, smiles at the camera. The background is softly blurred with warm lighting, suggesting an indoor location.

    Sam Castillo

    Manager, Tourism Development

    Phone 206.461.5889

    Email
  • A person with long dark hair, wearing a white blazer and beige top, smiles at the camera. The background features indoor plants and modern decor, suggesting a professional setting.

    Shawana Lee

    Manager, Tourism Development

    Phone 206.461.5890

    Email
  • A person with long dark hair smiles while standing outdoors. They are wearing a black blazer over a patterned blouse. Green foliage is visible in the background.

    Roxana Petranek

    Coordinator, Tourism Development

    Phone 206.461.5813

    Email
  • A person with long dark hair smiles warmly at the camera. They are wearing a white blouse and a beige coat. The background is softly blurred, with indoor plants and bright natural lighting creating a serene atmosphere.

    Sierra Reutimann

    Tourism Development Specialist

    Phone 206.461.5821

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Public Relations

  • Smiling woman with long blonde hair wearing a light gray blouse stands indoors. The background is softly blurred, featuring colorful lights and people in a bustling environment.

    Kau'ilani Robinson

    Senior Director of Communications and Public Relations

    Phone 206.461.5839

    Email
  • A woman with auburn hair wearing a red top smiles at the camera. She is standing in front of a background filled with lush green plants.

    Cory O'Born

    Public Relations Manager - Leisure

    Phone 206.461.5805

    Email
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    Jared Dionne

    Senior Manager of Corporate Communications

    Phone 206.461.5807

    Email
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    Sydney Martinez

    Public Relations Manager

    Phone 206.461.5852

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  • Sierra Takushi

    Sierra Takushi

    Public Relations Specialist

    Phone 206.461.5895

    Email
  • A person with curly brown hair, wearing a dark shirt and gray jacket, smiles at the camera. They stand in an indoor setting with large windows, plants, and soft natural light.

    Ruby Dworkin

    Public Relations Coordinator

    Phone 206.461.5836

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Marketing Team

  • Stephanie Byington

    Stephanie Byington

    Chief Marketing Officer

    Phone 206.461.5809

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  • A bald man with a gray beard smiles while wearing glasses and a plaid jacket. The background is softly blurred, suggesting an indoor setting with warm lighting.

    David Newman

    Creative Director

    Phone 206.461.5873

    Email
  • A woman with long dark hair smiles warmly. She is wearing a purple top and a necklace. The background is softly blurred, featuring indoor lighting and indistinct shapes that suggest a market or store setting.

    Kristin Gillespie

    Director, Marketing

    Phone 206.461.5849

    Email
  • A woman with long brown hair, wearing a black patterned blouse, smiles while standing indoors. The background is softly blurred with colorful lights and a warm atmosphere.

    Brittany Carchano

    Senior Marketing Manager

    Phone 206.461.5884

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  • A person smiles while standing in front of a lush, green plant background. They are wearing a light pink cardigan and have long, dark hair.

    Jacky Danyluk

    Marketing Manager - Leisure

    Phone 206.461.5842

    Email
  • A person with curly hair smiles warmly. They wear a brown jacket, gold hoop earrings, and a gold chain necklace. The background features blurred greenery and concrete.

    Margaux Helm

    Marketing Manager - Meetings

    Phone 206.461.5871

    Email
  • Chloe DiSabatino

    Chloe DiSabatino

    Graphic Designer

    Phone 206.461.5834

    Email
  • Tarin Erickson

    Tarin Erickson

    Graphic Designer

    Phone 206.461.5841

    Email
  • Serena Connell

    Serena Connell

    Junior Graphic Designer

    Phone 206.461.5803

    Email
  • A person with long dark hair smiles softly, wearing a navy blue, polka-dotted, short-sleeve sweater. They are indoors with a backdrop of green plants and large windows.

    Jennifer Wang

    Social Media Specialist

    Phone 206.461.5851

    Email
  • A person with long dark hair wearing a black top smiles at the camera. The background is blurred, featuring plants and large windows that suggest an indoor setting.

    Mahima Seema

    Project Coordinator

    Phone 206.461.5844

    Email
  • A smiling person with long blonde hair wearing a black shirt with white stripes stands indoors. The background features green plants and large windows, creating a bright and natural atmosphere.

    Sawyer DeLille

    Marketing Coordinator

    Phone 206.461.5890

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Operations / Office Management Team

  • A smiling man with a bald head, wearing a light blue shirt, is in the foreground. A blurred cityscape with buildings, greenery, and a river is visible in the background.

    Scott Bly

    Chief Financial Officer

    Phone 206.461.5837

    Email
  • A woman with shoulder-length brown hair smiles warmly, wearing a dark green blouse. She stands in a softly lit indoor setting with blurred lights in the background.

    Heather Moreno

    Senior Director, Systems & Operations

    Phone 206.461.5847

    Email
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    Prisca Brandenberg

    People Operations Manager

    Phone 206.461.5898

    Email
  • A person in a suit and tie smiles at the camera while standing on a city street. The background features blurred greenery and buildings.

    Matthew McCullough

    Accounting Manager

    Phone 206.461.5872

    Email
  • A person with short hair smiling while wearing a black quilted jacket. The background features indoor plants and blurred elements.

    Adam Ehrlich

    Staff Accountant - AP

    Phone 206.461.5867

    Email
  • Miriam Demanarig

    Miriam Demanarig

    Staff Accountant - AR

    Phone 206.461.5817

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  • Smiling person wearing a blue shirt stands in an indoor setting with greenery in the background.

    Nate Barmore

    IT Support and Operations Specialist

    Phone 206.461.5804

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  • A woman with curly hair and glasses is smiling at the camera. She is wearing a teal sweater and standing in front of a wooden structure with plants.

    Rhonda Bright

    Executive Assistant to President & CEO

    Phone 206.461.5881

    Email
  • A woman with long brown hair smiles while wearing a dark cardigan and a colorful top. She stands indoors with greenery and large windows in the background.

    Lindsay Batman

    Office Coordinator

    Phone 206.461.5875

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