Alexandria’s political career began as a child with advocacy when she showed up to testify at the State Legislature at age 9. As her organizational and advocacy skills developed, Alexandria took an interest in large-scale protests and community organization. That path led her to public policy and positions as a Legislative Director in the Oregon State Legislature for both state Representative Jules Walter and state Senator Chris Gorsek. Here, she found a passion for both political strategy and coalition management. Through her time at the legislature, Alexandria has championed policy aimed at combatting youth substance use, the rising cost of living, unfair retirement practices, and healthcare inequities. Her ability to move complex legislation through a complicated system, while translating policy for broad audiences, has made her a successful and trusted part of policy discussions. Alexandria’s ability to manage large coalitions has also been key to her success in passing policy and advocating for people.

When not acting in a policy capacity, Alexandria has also supported over ten campaigns with communications services, including messaging, op-ed and editorial writing, and other persuasive content in support of various candidates and issues.

Alexandria has a BS in Urban and Public Affairs from Portland State University, exemplifying her early interest in community-focused policy. During her college years, Alexandria interned for Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici and worked with high school students from her alma mater school to run voter registration drives, which she says kept her close to home and engaged with local community members.

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Marissa’s political career began when she served as a Legislative Aide and Policy Advisor in the Oregon State Legislature. Since that time, her work has evolved into a successful consultancy career. Her ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and align organizational objectives with governmental policies has been instrumental in securing support for high-impact programs across various sectors.

Some of Marissa’s key achievements to date include expanding the KEEP program to support over 5,000 foster families statewide; consistently increasing therapeutic foster care capacity each biennium, doubling this resource since 2018; founding and leading Home Share Oregon, an innovative housing program; and creating and convening the Sober Inner Portland Coalition to expand treatment and recovery housing services.

Marissa earned a BA in Political Science from Portland State University, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. Prior to PSU, Marissa served as Student Body President at Portland Community College, demonstrating early leadership skills that have defined her career.

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In her time with S360, Alyson has worked closely with education, environmental, social justice, housing, transportation and tech organizations. Notably, she has written work that has been featured in publications including The Hill, LA Times, CalMatters, SF Chronicle, The Portland Tribune, The Oregonian, Tacoma News Tribune, The Olympian and the Spokane Review. Her work has helped pass statewide funding for early childhood education, youth criminal justice reform, and comprehensive affordable housing policies.

Alyson cut her teeth in policy communications as the Marketing and Communications Strategist for 1000 Friends of Oregon. Here her work supported the passage of the 2017 transportation package with robust funding for transit, pedestrian, e-vehicles, and bikes. She also delivered successful communications support and plans for pro-housing and affordable housing bills, and land use policies that protect farms and forests.

Previously, she served both the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry and Oregon Public Broadcasting as a corporate fundraiser. Alyson drove millions of dollars in investments to both organizations through innovative sponsorships, cross-promotional outreach programs, event strategies, and comprehensive media plans.

Alyson knows the West. A sixth-generation San Franciscan, Alyson moved to Portland as a child then attended the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington. Alyson earned her degree at Southern Oregon University and lives in Portland with her husband, son, rescue dog and six chickens.

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A passionate advocate for child welfare and public education, Karen manages a wide range of projects, from directing voter campaigns to crafting policy at the state and federal level to implementing grassroots efforts and conducting media outreach. She was instrumental in the creation of the Washington Department of Children, Youth and Families to better serve the state’s most vulnerable young people; has helped local school districts across Washington pass bonds and levies to improve the lives of schoolchildren; lead efforts to secure crucial funding for birth to five education and expansions of STEM and CTE programs; and championed statewide campaigns to advance equity in business practices.

Before joining S360, Karen worked at two other consulting firms and as deputy state director for Sen. Patty Murray, where she oversaw outreach with constituents and helped develop legislative responses, appropriations requests and grant support for Washington communities. During the Clinton administration, she worked as a member of the White House advance team on trips by officials to the Pacific Northwest. She has served on the boards of the Municipal League of King County, EarthCorps, Washington Wilderness Coalition and the Wilderness Volunteer Corps.

A native of Rochester, N.Y., Karen holds a master’s degree in educational policy analysis from Stanford University and a B.A. in sociology from William Smith College. In 2024, she continued her education completing a 6-course certificate program in Strategic Change Management from Cornell University’s School of Business. An avid trail-runner, downhill skier and stand-up paddleboarder, Karen lives in Seattle with her husband, Colin, and their two sons. She can frequently be found pacing the sidelines of her sons’ soccer tournaments.

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