Meet the EGH Board

As a Realtor, Roger works with individuals who have a home and most likely a community. Roger joined the Board of Directors at EGH to work on the other side and help an organization that provides direct services to women who don’t have homes at the moment and need a supportive place to access services. 

As Head of People, Culture & Engagement Excellence at Darigold Marie-Claude was recently the recipient of the Puget Sound Business Journal‘s Women of Influence Awards, which honors the top female business and civic leaders. She joined EGH’s Board of Directors as she likes to contribute to causes that positively impact people in her community.

An authentic and wise facilitator, consultant and coach, Rahel thrives on helping individuals, teams and organizations reach their passion and potential. She creates an environment of growth and excellence where business and people transform.

Erin is a Northwest native. She’s been an actress, restaurant owner and farmer. For the last 9 years she’s been a partner in The Actors Group, representing actors for film and television. Erin has been volunteering at the front desk for over 2 years and was drawn to board service by a desire to help support the continued growth and success of Elizabeth Gregory Home and the difference it makes in clients’ lives.

Jay is a trial attorney and attorney investigator for employees in whistleblower, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims. Jay joined the EGH Board of Directors as his concern for his neighbors who are experiencing homeless has grown.

Adam has been the voice and face of the morning traffic anchor on KCPQ 13 and KNKX-FM for almost two decades and moonlights as a film critic. His background in radio engineering and IT lets him combine the artistic and scientific parts of his brain. He is looking to make a bigger positive impact in the community. 

Michelle Gregoire is a deputy prosecuting attorney with King County where she tries cases ranging from child abuse to murder. Michelle joined the Board of EGH to help the homeless population of greater Seattle, including homeless women who all to often are the victims of the crimes she prosecutes.

Tammy is an Executive Vice President at First Sound Bank. Tammy joined the board of EGH to assist and support women who are at risk due to their homelessness, to meet their basic needs every day in a safe environment.

Jillian is a finance executive with over 15 years’ experience analyzing, communicating, and forecasting financial results. Through Symetra’s community engagement program, she learned about EGH and was inspired by the stories of the women that it has served.  Jillian joined the Board of Directors at EGH because she believes that its values of Respect, Inclusion, Community, and Empathy are critical to making a positive impact on people’s lives.

Pam is a creative director with more than 20 years experience building and supporting brands for corporate, media, and nonprofit clients. Pam is moved by our clients and our mission, and motivated to shine a light on the beautiful work done here.

Miriam Okot-Okidi is a Clinical Relationship Manager at Premera Blue Cross and a dedicated EGH volunteer. Miriam joined the Board of Directors at EGH to help women who are in vulnerable situations.

A former high school English teacher and is currently an ordained minister, Pastor Sue leads the congregation of the University Lutheran Church. She joined EGH’s Board of Directors to help carry forward the churches mission of serving the most vulnerable members of the community, women who are homeless.

As a native North Westerner, Charlie has spent his professional life as a real estate developer and property manager providing homes for people. Serving on the EGH Board of Directors allows him to make an impact on the lives of people experiencing homelessness.