Washington State Business and Professional Women’s (WSBPW) Foundation transforms workplaces by strengthening the capacity of organizations and businesses to create work environments that are inclusive and value the skills and contributions of working women. A Successful Workplace, as defined by WSBPW Foundation, is one that practices and embraces work-life balance, equity and diversity.
2018 – 2019 Officers
Officers
Chair: Mike Healy: foundation_chair@bpwwafoundation.org
Assistant Chair: Loren Lee: foundation_assistant@bpwwafoundation.org
Secretary: Sue Suwiwattanakul: foundation_secretary@bpwwafoundation.org
Treasurer: Barbara Luddon: foundation_treasurer@bpwwafoundation.org
Board Members
Mike Healy
Kay Bradley Kampsen
Diane Lam
Loren Lee
Jacqueline Petrick-Lee
Susan Lipston
Debbie Feist
Barbara Luddon
Virginia Murphy
Terry Ray
Jesica Sartel
Nancy Sorensen
Sue Suwiwattanakul
Judy Keyt
Georgia Riggleman
WSBPW Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) research and education organization. The work of WSBPW Foundation supports workforce development programs and workplace policies that recognize the diverse needs of working women, communities and businesses. There are two foundations that the BPW/WA Federation is linked with: Washington State BPW (WSBPW) Foundation and BPW/USA Foundation. Both foundations are dedicated to helping
women meet their educational needs by way of scholarships and through research, knowledge, and policy.
Vision
To partner to create successful workplaces for women, their families and employers.
Mission
The primary objective of the Washington State Business & Professional Women’s Foundation is to provide scholarships for women’s education and training.
History
The legacy of Business and Professional Women began in 1919. Although the organization has transformed over time, the legacy and vision remain intact.
