Linda Hanson Associates provides expert consulting and training to nonprofit and advocacy organizations, bringing deep knowledge, passion and focus to every situation. We specialize in helping education, health, and human service organizations to excel, drawing on Linda's 25 years of experience working with nonprofit and government groups. With an energetic, yet thoughtful style, Linda and her team help clients reach the heart of an issue, think strategically and creatively, and lead their organizations with boldness and effectiveness.

501 Commons is a nonprofit organization offering nonprofit services throughout the western side of Washington. As a volunteer consultant and leadership coach I have guided organizations with a variety of nonprofit needs - strategic plan development, board/leadership training and development, executive director consulting, organization restructuring, and more.

Putting Unity into Community! WSCAI serves the educational, business, and networking needs of community associations (homeowners associations (HOAs), condominiums, co-ops and Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) for the entire state of Washington. WSCAI’s members include nearly 900 businesses and professional community association managers, and over 1,100 board members and homeowners representing tens of thousands of households. WSCAI is the third largest chapter of 64 nationally and internationally.

Third Sector Company fosters transitional leadership continuitysolutions for the Nonprofit Sectorincluding Charitable Organizations and Professional and Trade Associations. A variety of resources, education, and support are offered as you navigate the search for new executive leadership.https://thirdsectorcompany.com

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Linda Hanson Associates provides expert consulting and training to nonprofit and advocacy organizations, bringing deep knowledge, passion and focus to every situation. We specialize in helping education, health, and human service organizations to excel, drawing on Linda's 20 years of experience working with nonprofit and government groups. With an energetic, yet thoughtful style, Linda and her team help clients reach the heart of an issue, think strategically and creatively, and lead their organizations with boldness and effectiveness.

Facilitation/Consulting for this coalition which includes each state wide education organization in Washington. Member organizations include State Board of Education, Washington Association of School Administrators, Association of Washington Principals, Washington Education Association, Washington State PTA, Washington State School Directors Association, Washington Association for Curriculum and Development, and the Governors office.Learning First Alliance is a partnership with the goal of collaboration on issues affecting the state education community and how to ensure the students in the K12 public education system have every opportunity they deserve for success.

Linda Hanson has over 24 years experience in advocacy and leadership development with nonprofits. Linda Hanson Associates was formed in June 2007. Current ongoing clients include Network for Excellence in Washington Schools (NEWS), Learning First Alliance of Washington. Linda volunteers as a consultant for non profits through 501 Commons and works with several other nonprofits for one time projects.LHA provides exceptional representation for your organization or coalition both in the state legislature and community. Our solid relationship connections allow us access to elected officals, legislative staff, and stakeholders in a variety of areas. Please contact Linda Hanson to discuss how we will take your organization to the next level in meeting your legislative priorities, strategic vision, leadership development, and community outreach goals..

The Network for Excellence in Washington Schools (NEWS) is a statewide coalition of over 430 community groups, school districts and education associations fighting for full and ample funding of K-12 education as required by Article IX of our state Constitution. Our members represent students, parents, teachers, administrators and other citizens who are united in advocacy for public school funding.The case is known as McCleary vs State of Washington. NEWS prevailed in the trial court and the Supreme Court appeal. The Supreme Court Justices retained jurisdiction over the case which is unprecedented to hold the legislature's feet to the fire for keeping their own promise to have their new funding plan in full compliance by 2018.Last year, 2014, the Supreme Court found the state legislature in Contempt of Court for not following the court orders the past 6 years. In August 2015 the court issued a sanction order, unprecedented in our state. The order demands a penalty of $100K a day until the state adopts a plan to implement the funding promises they assured the court, and the one million children in our public schools. My role is the official representative for the NEWS organization providing a professional and informed public image around the state. • Serve as a liaison between NEWS and organizations representing education constituencies.• Represent NEWS at all legislative meetings on the issue of K12 education and funding. • Cultivate positive relationships with education organizations through consistent, two way communication.• Partner with education organizations to improve public awareness of education funding issues.As a member of the legal strategy team my viewpoint is the pulse of the legislature at any given time and helping the community understand the latest legal actions - what it all means in the big picture and on the ground. Confidentiality, discretion, approachability, and professionalism are key to this work.

 Facilitated strategic plan Created Executive Director succession planning timeline, onboarding Developed community trust after internal challenges Created and implemented new operational infrastructure• Staffing models, financial controls• Secured grants for operations and capital campaignAnd much more...

Association of 44 condo units with a seven member board of directors. Work to date includes: restatement of Declarations, Bylaws, revised House Rules and Regulations, creating budgets, facilitating construction defect issues from an original $6.5 million cost estimate to $500k without sacrificing the building integrity, working with reserve studies, encouraging and obtaining community support and engagement. Created an evaluation assessment for Community Managers. Participate as active member off CAI - Condominium Association Institute.

Children’s Campaign Fund is a non-partisan political action committee dedicated to electing legislators who will champion the health, well being, safety, and education of Washington's children.My work on this board of directors includes serving on the Endorsement/Political Strategy Committee and being a host/sponsor for fundraisers aimed at community awareness of CCF and electing Champions for Children.

Child advocate membership organization of 150,000 members.Worked with Education Partner Organizations• Washington State Board of Education • Office Superintendent of Public Instruction • Learning First Alliance - National and Washington State• Network for Excellence in Washington Schools - Executive Committee• Washington Learns Steering Committee Meetings• Washington State Board of Health Committees• Communities in Schools of Everett Board of Directors• Everett Public Schools Foundation - Board Directors • National PTA• National PTA Committees, July 2007-present• National Council of States, July 2005-June 2007Legislative Testimony Senate and HouseMedia – Guest editor Seattle Times, Seattle PIAssociated Press InterviewsGuest Author - Blue Avocado Newsletter Over 50 Professional / Community Affiliations