Olympic College

Recasner

The Olympic College Board of Trustees announced that Dr. Chantae Recasner has formally accepted the board's offer to serve as the 16th president of Olympic College. Recasner is expected to begin her role on May 18.

“We are thrilled that Dr. Recasner has accepted the offer to be President of Olympic College,” Board of Trustees Chair Harriette Bryant said. “Her expertise and experience leading Seattle Central College will be invaluable in her new role.”

Recasner brings more than 20 years of higher education experience and leadership, including roles as tenured faculty, dean of instruction, and vice president of instruction. She has served K-12 and higher education in various roles with a commitment to growing stronger, more equitable communities. In 2024, she was appointed interim president of Seattle Central College by the Seattle Colleges District Chancellor and Board of Trustees, a role she continues to serve in today.

She holds a doctor of philosophy (PhD) in Education from the University of Cincinnati (2009), a master of business in Operational Excellence from Ohio State University (2017), and two master of arts degrees from Ohio State University (2003) in Teaching & Learning and African and African American Studies. She earned her bachelor of arts in English from Loyola University New Orleans in 2001.

Gensler

Fanning

Gensler has promoted David Fanning to principal. As Gensler's Global Critical Facilities leader and principal, Fanning is focused on guiding the growth of the Critical Facilities practice to meet client demand as they expand into new markets across the globe. He brings 20+ years of experience working with the world's largest tech companies, helping to build and operate their data center portfolios, and has led strategic client infrastructure initiatives across North America, Asia, LATAM, and EMEA.

Alair Homes

Alair Homes has expanded its presence in the Pacific Northwest with the launch of Alair Seattle, bringing the company's collaborative approach to custom homebuilding to one of the most architecturally dynamic cities in the United States.

The new location is led by Jed Drenguis, owner and partner of Alair Seattle, who joins the Alair network under the regional leadership of Stacy Eakman, regional partner for Washington and partner at Alair Kirkland. The addition strengthens Alair's growing presence in Washington state, where the company has steadily built a reputation for custom homes and strong partnerships with architects, designers and skilled trades throughout the region.

“I'm incredibly proud to have been invited to join the Alair network and to introduce the brand to Seattle,” Drenguis said. “This is a city that values design, artistry, and the experience of living in a home that feels connected to its surroundings. My goal is to build homes that reflect that spirit while creating a collaborative process where clients, architects, designers, and trades work together in a transparent and meaningful way. Being part of Alair allows us to bring that approach to the market while learning from an incredible community of builders across North America.”

Founded in 2007, Alair Homes is a privately held custom home building and renovation company with an expanding network of independently owned and operated franchises across Canada and the United States.

Affinius Capital

Parsons

Based here in Seattle, John Parsons has had a long career in data centers, with prior stints at CBRE, Amazon Web Services and Goodman. Now he's joining Affinius Capital, which is based in San Antonio, but will keep his local perch. He'll now direct the national data-center development group for Affinius, which has about $61 billion under management. Carrington Brown of Affinius said in the press release, “John brings deep experience and a proven track record in data-center development and strategic execution.” Parsons added, “As demand for data centers continues to accelerate, albeit within constraining infrastructure environments, I look forward to helping expand on the development pipeline creatively.”

MKA

Markham

Brian Markham has joined the Magnusson Klemencic Associates (MKA) team as principal. Markham has 25 years of experience leading complex arts and cultural building projects around the world, and intends to focus on expanding and elevating MKA's structural engineering practice. Throughout his career, Markham has partnered with renowned architects, museums, performing arts venues, and academic institutions to deliver highly technical, design-forward environments. He has guided multidisciplinary teams designing some of the most demanding cultural facilities in the world.

City of Tacoma

The Tacoma City Council is looking to fill two at-large positions on its Events and Recognitions Committee (CERC).

CERC serves as an advisory and action committee on city-hosted events, special events funding, and recognition programs. Members are responsible for planning, reviewing and evaluating events to receive grant funding and services, as well as engaging the community in its planning efforts for the City of Destiny Awards and the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration.

The 11-member committee is made up of Tacoma residents, with representatives from each of its five council districts, in addition to at-large positions.

Applications must be submitted by noon on April 13 at http://tacoma.gov/cbcapplication. Questions on the application process may be directed to Elizabeth Wing in the City Clerk’s Office at servetacoma@tacoma.gov or (253) 591-5178.

CTI

CTI, an AV integration and events provider based in St. Louis, Missouri, has acquired Streamline Solutions of Seattle.

CTI provides audiovisual, IT and UCC solutions, including engineering, design, installation and integration, maintenance and service. It serves customers in the U.S. from 47 locations nationwide, in the U.K., and worldwide through the PSNI Global Alliance.

“For CTI, the best part of acquisitions is the people who join our team,” says John Laughlin, CEO of CTI. “Streamline Solutions is a perfect example: over the years, the team has built a reputation for excellence in commercial AV installations in Seattle. They’re a fantastic match for the culture that drives CTI, and I look forward to the depth their team will add to our Seattle office.”

CTI has served clients in the corporate, education, higher-ed, healthcare, house of worship, government, sports and broadcast markets since 1988.

Liberty Bank

Ryning

Liberty Bank announced the appointment of Jason Ryning to its Board of Directors. Ryning brings more than two decades of legal and strategic expertise in financial services and technology, further strengthening the bank's commitment to sound governance and innovation.

Ryning currently serves as general counsel at Increase, a banking technology infrastructure company. Since joining the company in 2021, he has provided strategic legal guidance supporting the development of modern banking technology solutions.

Prior to Increase, Ryning spent four and a half years at Stripe, where he led the product, commercial, operations and privacy legal teams. His work focused on building and launching compliant financial services products across global regulatory frameworks. Earlier in his career, Ryning spent a decade at Microsoft advising on technology and business matters worldwide.

Ryning holds a degree in international economics from the University of Washington and a Juris Doctor from Gonzaga University.

King County

King County Exec. Girmay Zahilay has appointed Dr. Susan McLaughlin to serve as the director of the King County Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS). McLaughlin currently serves as the department's acting director.

McLaughlin will lead the department tasked with providing affordable homes for people experiencing homelessness, coordinating publicly funded mental health and substance use disorder treatment, promoting youth mental health, stabilizing immigrant and refugees in the region, supporting residents who have intellectual and developmental disabilities to participate fully in community life, and strengthening the human services workforce.

A licensed clinical psychologist, McLaughlin has more than two decades of experience across clinical care, research and public sector leadership. Her career has focused on improving systems that serve individuals experiencing mental health and substance use challenges, with an emphasis on access, coordination, and outcomes.

McLaughlin previously served as the founding executive director and chief executive officer of HealthierHere, where she led regional efforts to improve health equity through the Accountable Community of Health. She also served as director of the University of Washington Medicine Behavioral Health Institute at Harborview Medical Center, advancing work in clinical innovation, workforce development, and research to strengthen behavioral health systems.

Dorsey & Whitney

Ansari

Cyrus Ansari has joined Dorsey & Whitney LLP as a partner in the Technology Commerce group in Seattle, the international law firm announced.

He advises technology companies on transactions and product strategies that drive innovation and protect their IP and data. Ansari brings extensive experience in tech-transactions and IP litigation, spanning early-stage ventures to global organizations, including Fortune 100 companies across cloud computing and AI, software as a service (SaaS), digital media and interactive entertainment, and blockchain and fintech sectors.

Ansari joins Dorsey from Perkins Coie LLP. He received his J.D. from New York University School of Law and his B.A. from the University of Washington.

Carbon Robotics

Carbon Robotics, an agriculture AI and robotics company, announced the appointment of Kevan Krysler as chief financial officer. Krysler's appointment comes as the firm surpassed $100 million in annual revenue for its fiscal year ending Jan. 31, 2026.

“I'm very excited to have an industry veteran like Kevan join Carbon Robotics,” said Paul Mikesell, founder and CEO. “He really gels with our culture and brings public company financial and executive experience to round out our team. This is indicative of Carbon Robotics pushing forward and evolving our leadership to match our rapidly increasing maturity in the market.”

Krysler has customers in 15 countries worldwide, with a sizable presence in North America, Europe, and Australia and New Zealand.

Carbon Robotics uses AI and robotics to reduce costs and increase yields.

Heal Cancer Care for Pets

Heal Cancer Care for Pets has opened a new veterinary oncology clinic in Seattle’s Interbay neighborhood, expanding access to specialized cancer treatment for dogs and cats. The independent practice, located within the Interbay Retail Center at 1642 W. Armory Way, Suite 102, is led by Dr. Nick Szigetvari, one of fewer than 500 board?certified veterinary oncologists worldwide, and is dedicated exclusively to pet cancer care.

The practice provides comprehensive diagnostics, chemotherapy, targeted therapies, palliative care, and coordinated treatment planning with primary care veterinarians, emphasizing a supportive and personalized approach.

As a locally owned practice with a singular focus on oncology, Heal Cancer Care for Pets operates under the philosophy “Rooted in Science. Guided by Care.” The clinic is now accepting new patients and referrals. More can be found at http://www.healpetcancer.com or by calling (206) 888-4325.

Olson Kundig

Kocay

Guarino

Clune

Kleeschulte

Corr

Mann

Olson Kundig has promoted the following members of its team to architectural designer II: Dylan Corr, Daniel Kleeschulte, Gabrielle Clune, Billy Guarino, Milena Kocay and Kendall Mann.

Integrus Architecture

Vanderhorst

Sachs

Integrus Architecture recently promoted Seattle-based Loretta Sachs and Amy Vanderhorst to the role of principal.

Sachs has been with Integrus for 23 years. She has a Bachelor of Architecture from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. She focuses on K-12 educational design, equity and diversity initiatives, and supporting an inclusive culture in Integrus and its professional communities.

Vanderhorst has been with Integrus for 20 years. She has a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Detroit Mercy. She is a leader in K-12 educational design, working with project teams, clients, communities, and the people who use the learning environments the firm creates.

MAKERS

Sharp

MAKERS promoted Chad Sharp to associate 1. Sharp works in the Seattle office, specializing in strategic planning, integrated solutions and graphic communication. He has a background in architectural design and professional interests in climate resiliency, emerging technologies and the advancement of high-quality infrastructure.

Weber Thompson

Mayne

Weber Thompson has promoted Principal Todd Mayne to director of operations and construction. Mayne has worked at Weber Thompson for the last 20 years. As a senior project manager, he specialized in construction administration and quality assurance. With direct oversight of more than $1.5 billion in projects under construction, his work included eight high-rise multifamily towers and two workplace mass-timber projects. In his new role, Mayne will focus on risk management, service delivery, documentation quality and efficiency, and construction typology application.

Berger Partnership

Houlihan

Hatch

Berger Partnership has hired Erin Hatch as marketing director. Hatch brings nearly two decades of experience in professional services marketing across the Seattle region with experience in strategy, communications, and business development with a focus on aligning marketing efforts with firm values and long-term goals. She has served as Seattle chapter president for the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS), and currently serves as co-chair of the 2026 SMPS Pacific Regional Conference.

Berger Partnership also hired landscape designer Riley Houlihan. Houlihan works across design disciplines and organizes communities at various scales. He focuses on forming regenerative connections between people and place. Houlihan is pursuing a concurrent dual Master of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, with a focus on urban design, at the University of Washington.

USAFacts

Woodman

USAFacts, the nonpartisan government-data organization founded by former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer, has appointed Lauren Woodman as its next president. Woodman is a technology and data executive with more than 25 years of experience leading teams and initiatives at the intersection of technology, development and education. As USAFacts expands its use of technologies to analyze and present federal, state and local government data, Woodman's experience will help guide the organization's next phase of growth. She becomes the second president in the organization's 10-year history.

Woodman previously held leadership roles at NetHope, Microsoft and most recently served as chief executive of DataKind, a nonprofit that applies data science and AI to social challenges. Her work has focused on data modernization, digital governance, and the ethical deployment of emerging technologies.

USAFacts was launched in 2017 by Ballmer to make government financial and performance data more accessible to the public.

CarePartners Senior Living

Seattle-based CarePartners Senior Living, a provider of independent living, assisted living and memory care services in Washington state and Arizona, has announced an expansion of its executive leadership team with the appointment of Shawn Tacey as chief executive officer and Shilpa Patel as chief operating officer.

Tacey previously served as lead business counsel for the organization.

“For more than 15 years, Shawn's leadership has been instrumental in shaping the culture and operational standards that define CarePartners,” said Bill Moore, founder, managing member and chairman of the Management Committee of Round Lake, owner of CarePartners Management Group. “With an unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional care, Shawn brings the experience necessary to lead our continued growth in the Pacific Northwest, the Desert Southwest and beyond.”

Patel is a veteran of the industry with extensive experience at Merrill Gardens.

“Shilpa leads with the clarity and high standards required for our success,” said Tacey.

CarePartners Senior Living was established in 1998.

Washington Patriot Construction

Powell

Florance

Washington Patriot Construction (WA Patriot), a Gig Harbor based general contractor, has promoted Zerah Florance to director of Preconstruction and Alex Powell to senior project manager and assistant operations manager.

Florance was the first employee hired to WA Patriot in 2010 and has been managing constructions projects for 16 years with over a decade leading design-build preconstruction efforts. Florance holds a DBIA professional designation and is a LEED Accredited Professional. Notable projects include Tool Gauge Expansion, University of Puget Sound Athletics and Aquatics Center, and the almost complete Helpline House on Bainbridge Island.

Powell joined WA Patriot as project engineer and later became a project manager. Notable design-build projects he's led include the Gig Harbor 7 Seas Waterfront Taproom and the Gig Harbor Peninsula Food Bank. In 2025, Powell shifted his focus to managing federal projects for the AYKO-WA Patriot Joint Venture, while also overseeing work with Tacoma Public Schools.