Jessica Beach

Director for Health Equity and Cultural Competency | Molina Healthcare of Washington

Ms. Jessica Beach is the Director for Health Equity and Cultural Competency for Molina Healthcare of Washington where she uses her expertise in community health  to work with communities, providers and community based  or organizations to advance equity and address the health disparities that impact communities. Ms. Beach works collaboratively with communities and healthcare providers to support access to high quality, equitable care, services and resources to support the unique needs of Molina birthing members, and their families, across Washington.

Prior to her time at Molina, Ms. Beach worked for the State of Arizona’s Early Childhood Development and Health Board as the Regional Director for the White Mountain Apache Tribe. In this role, she collaborated with local leaders to expand access to high-quality, culturally responsive, early childhood development and health resources. Additionally, Ms. Beach facilitated the coordination and collaboration of various early childhood development and health organizations, agencies, and community partners both regionally and statewide.

Ms. Beach holds a Master of Public Health from the University of Arizona and a Master of Public Administration from Arizona State University.

Carl Borg

Housing and Homeless Program Manager | Kitsap County

Carl is the Housing and Homeless Program Manager with Kitsap County Dept. of Human Services and former CEO of United Way of Kitsap County. Carl helped launch the Imagination Library program in Kitsap County in 2022, which now serves more than 3,000 children. Carl brings his advocacy, public relations experience and humor to support Imagination Library of Washington efforts. "United Way of Kitsap County had such a great response in bringing Dolly Parton's Imagination Library to Kitsap children, and I want to help others have the same experience."

Jodi DeCesari

Executive Director | Okanogan County Child Development Association

Jodi DeCesari has nearly 30 years of experience working in health and social services, including in hospitals, nursing homes, community mental health, workforce development, and education. She is currently the Executive Director of Okanogan County Child Development Association, which provides early learning programs, including Head Start, ECEAP, and home visiting programs. OCCDA has been an Imagination Library Program Partner since 2019.  She serves as the president of the Washington State Head Start and ECEAP Association, is on the Okanogan CHI Leadership Council, and is a member of Okanogan Behavioral HealthCare’s Community Advisory Committee. Jodi is passionate about building community and programs to support our youngest learners and their families. "I love the Imagination Library, and I am passionate about the program, young children, and increasing literacy skills."

Heather Gallagher

Senior Program Manager/State Managing Director of ABCD Dental | Arcora Foundation

Heather has dedicated her career to improving the health and well-being of young children and families. She oversees Arcora Foundation’s access programs and public-private partnerships, including Access to Baby and Child Dentistry (ABCD), which connects young Medicaid-insured children with dental care in their communities; and DentistLink, a dental referral service for people struggling to access care. Heather joined Arcora Foundation in 2021 as ABCD Managing Director. She started her journey with ABCD as both a participant and later a local program coordinator in Spokane. In addition to ABCD, Heather has managed multiple programs with a focus on early supports for children and families. "Dolly Parton's Imagination Library plays a crucial role in promoting literacy and inspiring young minds. Literacy is foundational for a child's cognitive development and can help them make informed decisions about their health later in life”

Susan Grisham

Assistant to the City Manager | City of Olympia

Susan is the Assistant to the City Manager at City of Olympia, bringing her strengths in communications, organization and problem resolution to supporting the Imagination Library of Washington. "From a young age, I've had a passion for books and the power they have to expand an individual's world. I am excited to merge my experience in both the public and private sectors to inspire a future generation of readers." Fun fact...Susan's dog is also named Dolly Parton! Dolly is a Vizsla (cousin of the Weimaraner), typically used for duck hunting, but the only thing Susan's Dolly hunts for is hugs.

Alexis Rolloff

Chief Innovation and Strategy Officer | GEHA (Government Employees Health Association)

Alexis Rolloff is the Chief Innovation and Strategy Officer at Government Employees Health Association, Inc. (pronounced G.E.H.A), a nonprofit member association that provides medical and dental benefits to more than 2 million federal employees and retirees, military retirees and their families. In this role, Rolloff leads G.E.H.A's strategy function and sets the innovation roadmap for the enterprise, spearheading initiatives to drive transformation as well as fostering a culture of innovation among G.E.H.A teams. As G.E.H.A's innovation leader, she manages G.E.H.A Ventures as a strategic instrument to bring innovative solutions to G.E.H.A's 2 million members.

Rolloff’s 25 years of health care domain experience bring expertise in corporate innovation, strategic planning, marketing and product development, and regulatory affairs. Alexis holds a degree in Genetics from the University of California and accreditations from Stanford University in Strategy and Organizations as well as Strategic Decision and Risk Management. Alexis has also been certified as an Information Privacy Professional by the International Association of Privacy Professionals. Her work has been recognized by Innovation Leader and Forrester Research. Alexis is active in her local community, where she enjoys volunteering with her daughters at the Oregon Food Bank and serves as an Associate Board Member with Girls on the Run Greater Oregon.

David St. John

Advisor | Alert Giving of the Pacific Northwest

David is an accomplished aerospace engineer and program leader with extensive experience in aircraft design and certification, having worked at Atkins Global and Collins Aerospace. Most recently, he was part of the team behind Blue Origin’s New Shepard suborbital rocket system, contributing to its first human spaceflight.

Now active in the nonprofit sector, David applies his program leadership expertise to philanthropy and social impact initiatives. As an Advisor for Alert Giving of the Pacific Northwest, he partners with local, national, and international charities to identify funding needs and allocate resources in alignment with its philanthropic mission. Passionate about fostering opportunities in STEM, education, and community development, David is committed to leveraging his corporate experience to drive meaningful change in the nonprofit space.

Brittany Williams

Executive Director | United Way of Snohomish County

Brittany Williams is a seasoned marketing and communications professional with over 15 years of experience in creating impactful strategies that drive organizational growth and foster community engagement. Currently serving as the Executive Director of United Way of Snohomish County, Brittany is dedicated to advancing equity through collaborative solutions that create lasting, positive change in the community. A passionate advocate for early literacy, she played a pivotal role in expanding The Imagination Library into Snohomish County, enrolling over 9,000 children in just five months through strong community partnerships and media outreach. Brittany is deeply committed to ensuring all children, regardless of their background, have access to quality early learning resources. She holds a Master of Public Relations from the University of Denver.