Get to know other GSBA members, expand your referral base, share your skills and learn new ones by getting involved with one of GSBA's several dedicated and highly-talented volunteer committees.


Charter: Identify, qualify, recommend and provide access to an array of education and training courses and programs designed to enhance the business management capability of GSBA members and business owners.

Co-Chairs:
Lori Dugdale (Antioch University)
Email: ldugdale@antiochseattle.edu

Meetings:
First Wednesdays Monthly
10:30 am to Noon
GSBA Office - 400 E Pine, Suite 322 - Seattle


Charter: Position the organization as an advocate and credible resource of valuable information to influence issues, pubic policies, programs and services that advance the mission of GSBA.

Chair:
Michael Ford
Email: michaelxford@johnlscott.com

Meetings:
First Monday of the Month
6:00 to 7:30 pm
GSBA Office - 400 E Pine, Suite 322 - Seattle


Charter: Create a business directory that stands for excellence, proven products/services, loyalty and is effective in bringing business to its membership.

Chair:
Karin Nilsson (Nilsson Financial Network)
Email: Nilssonk@financialnetwork.com

Meetings:
TBA (Seasonally September through May)
GSBA Office - 400 E Pine, Suite 322 - Seattle


Charter: Create, care for and maintain a brand identity of excellence, vision, leadership, advocacy and community partnerships through an internal and external marketing and PR plan.

Co-Chairs:
Jerome Bader, GSBA Director of Marketing and External Relations
Email: Jerome@thegsba.org
Amy Burdick (Seattle Storm), Board Member Chair
Email: ABurdick@Sonics-Storm.com

Meetings:
First Tuesdays Monthly
8:00 to 9:30 am
GSBA Office - 400 E Pine, Suite 322 - Seattle


Charter: Deliver excellent member benefits by understanding the needs of constituents (members), creating a welcoming environment and building lasting relationships that foster brand loyalty.

Chair:
Mark Rosen (Etherea Salon)
Email: ethereasalon@aol.com

Meetings:
Last Monday of the Month
5:30 to 7:00 pm
GSBA Office - 400 E Pine, Suite 322 - Seattle


Charter: Invest in the education of a diverse group of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and allied students who have the capacity and vision to be the next generation of leaders shaping a better future for all.

Co-Chairs:
Kirsten Weiss (Safeco Insurance), Board Member Chair
Email: kirwei@safeco.com Gary Collins Email: gary.l.collins@comcast.net

Meetings:
Second Mondays Monthly (except July)
6:00 to 8:00 pm
GSBA Office - 400 E Pine, Suite 322 - Seattle


Charter: Manage the GSBA Scholarship Fund by overseeing the investment funds, developing financial policies and creating a strong development plan, which will ensure a sustainable scholarship program.

Chair:
Joy Wood (Wells Fargo Home Mortgage), Board Member Chair
Email: JOY.WOOD@wellsfargo.com

Meetings:
Third Thursdays Monthly (Except August & December)
Noon to 1:15 pm
GSBA Office - 400 E Pine, Suite 322 - Seattle


Charter: Deliver programming that has a reputation for excellence, provides valuable information and meets the needs of the membership by developing a variety of forums.

Chair:
Rachael Brister (Three Dollar Bill Cinema), Board Member Chair
Email: Rachael@seattlequeerfilm.org

Meetings:
First Wednesdays Monthly
Noon to 1:30 pm
GSBA Office - 400 E Pine, Suite 322 - Seattle


Monthly program with a guest speaker on topics ranging from business development to civic issues

After hours mixer networking and socializing

After hours networking and social opportunity for GSBA women members to gather, support each other and get more involved with GSBA


Charter: Create a successful event that showcases GSBA Restaurants and Caterers, and incorporates a fundraising auction to raise funds for the scholarship program.

Co-Chairs:
Kellie Johnson, Board Member Co-chair
Email: krjrae@comcast.net
Scott Carnz
Email: lpcarnz@comcast.net

Meetings:
Last Tuesday of the month
5:30pm Dinner, 6pm Meeting
GSBA Office - 400 E Pine, Suite 322 - Seattle

Recognizes excellence, leadership and philanthropy in the business and nonprofit community

Promotes and celebrates leadership development, role modeling and philanthropy of the business community by awarding scholarships to undergraduate students in Washington State

Connects us to our constituency and distributes the Guide during Pride weekend events

Promotes member businesses to the at-large community

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