2023-2024 LSJI COUNCIL
GRETCHEN M. KRAMPF, M.S.O.D., PCC | LSJI COUNCIL PRESIDENT | Cohort I, Orcas Island
Gretchen is a process consultant, executive coach and principal in Process Experts, LLC, a strategic consulting firm that integrates people, process and technology. Through leadership coaching and community development, she works with corporations, non-profits and community organizations to build resiliency, leadership, and create higher levels of engagement. Her clients include San Juan County government, non-profit organizations and Salish Sea businesses.
As Chair of LSJI in 2005, she led the establishment of LSJI as an independent 501(c)(3) and she’s held the role of President seven times over the past nineteen years. She has been a key contributor to developing foundational LSJI curriculum and lead faculty for all opening Cohort “Use of Self” retreats, weaving the MBTI, Leadership Storytelling and Facilitation Skills into the culture.
Gretchen is the founder of IsleWork LLC, a creative Collaboratory (Thrive San Juan Islands and Orcas Green Drinks), building connections and capacity through the social arts, participatory leadership and community engagement. She has served on numerous boards, including San Juan County Ag Guild, OrcaSong Institute and NewStories. She is married to Paul King (Cohort IV, Orcas Island) and is the mother of three adult children and five grand-girls.
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JENNIFER FAY RICE, M.B.A. | LSJI COUNCIL SECRETARY | Cohort XII, San Juan Island+Program Director 2016-2017
Jennifer is a lifelong learner and serves where there is a need in her community. As a Program Director for LSJI, she developed curriculum and coordinated the learning through a five-month learning experience and continues to contribute on social media for LSJI.
She earned her MBA in 2021 and has a degree in Psychology, which she’s put to good use while teaching, a role that all of her positions required. Her diversity of achievements includes having her art featured at Island Studios in Friday Harbor; 30 years of business experience consulting in healthcare and training, property management, and as a national sales manager in the Pacific Northwest coffee industry. She still sees clients as a consultant and has worked as a contractor developing curriculum for HR departments onboarding education. Jennifer is currently open to full time remote contractor opportunities.
Jennifer loves to welcome people, bridging gaps to serve and help others learn. She’s been a Sea Scout leader, Girls Scout co-leader, swim parent, homeschool co-op teacher, and wellness workshop teacher in health professional offices. She has a son in college, a daughter in Chiropractic college and lives with her husband of 30 years, Eric Rice. They both decided to move to San Juan County for their children’s education and she fully embraces island living with open arms, serving in many different areas. Jennifer and her husband can be found traveling and hiking with friends and family in their spare time.
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STEVE HUSHEBECK, B.S., FINANCE | LSJI COUNCIL TREASURER | Cohort VI, San Juan Island
Steve is a San Juan Island resident since 2003 and is an elected member of The Friday Harbor Town Council. He serves on the boards of both the San Juan Chamber of Commerce and the San Juan County Economic Development Council. Steve has been the lead for the LSJI Governance Challenge Day curriculum, providing leadership and knowledge about local government members and activities. He has also participated on the San Juan County Solid Waste Advisory Committee and the Town of Friday Harbor Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, along with other local initiatives, committees, and numerous volunteer positions.
Formerly employed as the Regional Marketing Director for Conoco-Phillips Corporation. Retired from Conoco Phillips in 2007.
Steve enjoys most outdoor activities, including fishing, skiing, bicycling, and hiking. Gardening and landscaping are twin passions. He and his wife Jean have two adult daughters and a grandson. They are also dog enthusiasts.
KATHERINE BRYANT INGHAM, M.A. Theology & Culture | Cohort, Lopez Island
Katherine is the Events and Programs Manager at the Washington Women’s Foundation. She grew up in Portland, OR and lives full-time on Lopez Island. Before joining the WaWF in 2022, Katherine was the Director of the Lopez Food Share, a locally sourced and community-led food bank on Lopez Island. She has a B.A. in Speech Communication from Whitworth University, a M.A. in Theology & Culture from Fuller Theological Seminary and recently completed a Certificate in Nonprofit Management from the University of Washington. Katherine is active in the Lopez Island community, sitting on several boards, including as President of the Catherine Washburn Medical Association. In her free time, she enjoys boating around the islands with her husband and Mini Aussie, running long miles with friends, practicing hospitality, and is working toward Ordination in the Episcopal Church.
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TARA ANDERSON, BA Economics | Cohort XV, Orcas Island
Tara is a small business owner with a big commitment to the community. A graduate of Leadership San Juan Island Cohort 15, she began volunteering with LISJI in 2019. Tara has a background in economics, management and finance. During her career Tara has served in leadership positions with local government, led multiple large organizations, and nonprofits. Tara recently made the decision to focus all her time on her business and family. She currently operates two beloved restaurants in Eastsound in partnership with her husband. They have two children attending Orcas Island High School. Tara is an Army Veteran, dedicated community volunteer, and enjoys farming oysters in her spare time.
LEE TAYLOR | Cohort, San Juan Island | Program Director 2014-2016
Lee Taylor retired from a 35-year career with the National Park Service in 2021 and returned to San Juan Island, where she served as the Superintendent of San Juan Island National Historical Park from 2011-2015. Lee was a participant in Cohort X, and assisted with instruction and coordination of the program the following two years. She has chosen San Juan Island as her permanent home after a nomadic career that took her to 11 national parks in five states.
In 2015 Lee moved to Olympic National Park in the role of Deputy Superintendent and, later, Superintendent. In this leadership role, Lee was responsible for the operation of a complex National Park comprising 938,000 acres and managed a staff of 120 permanent and 300 seasonal employees. Lee has extensive experience developing and leading teams, building partnerships, cultivating shared vision, resolving conflict, and leading with humility.
Despite her retirement from public service, Lee continues to contribute to the community through volunteer work with the San Juan Community Theatre, Lime Kiln State Park, and work for the Friday Harbor Film Festival. She also serves on the Board of Directors for Northwest Youth Corps.