Sally is a dedicated educator and advocate for literacy and English language development. She currently serves as the English Language Development (ELD) specialist at Regal Elementary School, where she uses structured literacy approaches to support multilingual learners. Sally also represents English Language Learner perspectives on the Dyslexia Advisory Committee for the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and helps lead the Champions for Dyslexia Educator Group through the INW Dyslexia Alliance.

In addition to her school-based work, Sally is a consultant with OCDE Project GLAD and Preschool GLAD. She is also active in union leadership as a building representative and member of the Spokane Education Association’s certificated bargaining team. Across all her roles, Sally is committed to advancing inclusive, evidence-based literacy instruction and supporting educators and students alike.

Lisa is the Executive Director and Co-Founder of the INW Dyslexia Alliance, where she leads the organization's strategic direction, growth, and community impact. Since co-founding the Alliance in 2022, Lisa has helped build a regional organization dedicated to supporting, empowering, and advocating for individuals with dyslexia, their families, and professionals throughout the Inland Northwest.

Under her leadership, the Alliance has grown its regional presence, strengthened community and educational partnerships, expanded access to evidence-based literacy evaluations and intervention, and developed programs that advance dyslexia awareness, family education, and professional development. She has also led efforts to build sustainable funding and expand the Client Assistance Fund, helping more families access the services they need. Lisa is passionate about bringing people and resources together, turning ideas into action, and building programs and partnerships that create lasting impact.

Prior to the Alliance, Lisa founded Grace & Cakes, a nonprofit serving children in foster care, and held marketing roles at Quiznos, Western Union and Experian CheetahMail, specializing in digital strategy, analytics, and operational efficiency.

Lisa lives in the Spokane area with her husband, Drew, their three children, Lauten, Brady, and Taylor, and their dog, Scout. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time together as a family.

Lesli is a Professor and Chair of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Eastern Washington University. She teaches courses on child language and literacy development and assessment while also conducting research focused on early literacy development and community-based teaching and learning.

Lesli holds both a PhD and an MA in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Louisiana State University. Her expertise in language and literacy development, along with her commitment to mentoring future professionals, makes her a valuable addition to the INW Dyslexia Alliance Board. Lesli looks forward to applying her knowledge to expand the Alliance’s impact across the Inland Northwest.

Stacie brings more than two decades of nonprofit leadership, along with a parent’s first hand understanding of dyslexia, to the INW Dyslexia Alliance board. As the mother of a child with dyslexia, she knows how much early identification, informed advocacy, and the right support can change a student’s path.

Stacie is Program Director at Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Inland Northwest. There she helped restructure the program department and led the agency past a decade of declining membership to earn a 2025 Agency Growth Award. Before joining BBBS, she spent 17 years at Girl Scouts of Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho, most recently as Chief Membership Officer. 

A lifelong advocate for equitable youth development, Stacie has published a success journal for neurodivergent middle schoolers and is an active IEP advocate. She serves on the Mead School District Long Range Facilities Committee and is president of the Mt. Spokane High School Athletic Booster Club. The proud wife of a veteran and mother of four, she brings professional expertise and deeply personal purpose to everything she does. Away from work, you’ll find her cheering on her kids from the stands, relaxing at Priest Lake, baking and canning, or snuggling with her Mastiff.

Emmett is a student at Washington State University pursuing a degree in finance.

Having grown up with dyslexia, Emmett understands firsthand the challenges students with learning differences can face and the importance of having access to the right resources and support. His personal experiences have motivated him to advocate for individuals with dyslexia and help others navigate similar challenges.

Before joining the board, Emmett volunteered with the INW Dyslexia Alliance, helping raise awareness and supporting the organization's mission. As a board member, he hopes to expand outreach, strengthen support for students and families, and contribute to the organization’s continued growth.

Outside of school and his work with the Alliance, Emmett enjoys fishing and spending time outdoors.

Gina brings over two decades of dedicated special education experience, deep clinical training, and a vital dual perspective as both an educator and parent to the INW Dyslexia Alliance Board.

A special education teacher since 2003, Gina has spent the majority of her career in the resource room, driven by a lifelong passion for teaching students with dyslexia, autism, and other high-incidence learning disabilities how to read. She holds a Master’s of Education from the University of Washington with a specialized focus on literacy for high-incidence disabilities.

LETRS-trained and deeply rooted in the Science of Reading, Gina actively champions evidence-based best practices in the classroom, collaborates with colleagues to share research-backed instruction, and helps families bridge the gap between their concerns and effective school-based advocacy.

Gina’s commitment to dyslexia advocacy is deeply personal. Having navigated the school system both as a parent of a child with dyslexia and as an educator writing and implementing individualized IEPs, she understands the distinct challenges families face on both sides of the table.

Beyond the classroom, Gina has dedicated her life to community service and adaptive programs. Her extensive volunteer history includes serving on the board for Blue Waters Youth Ranch, instructing with Outdoors for All at Snoqualmie Pass, volunteered in hippotherapy at Eagle Mount, and serving as a foster parent for infants and toddlers in Spokane County. She currently serves as an assistant coach for Spokane Impact, a soccer team for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Lauren is a school psychologist with Spokane Public Schools, bringing more than 15 years of experience in public health, program development, and community engagement to her work in education. She holds an Educational Specialist degree in School Psychology from Gonzaga University and a Master of Public Health from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Her diverse professional background also includes extensive experience in marketing, communications, and organizational development, providing her with a unique perspective on building partnerships, improving systems, and supporting community-focused initiatives. She is passionate about expanding access to evidence-based educational interventions, supporting students with diverse learning needs, and strengthening the systems that help children and families succeed.

As a board member of the INW Dyslexia Alliance, Lauren is committed to leveraging her experience in education, public health, and community engagement to strengthen programs, expand access to resources, and support individuals with dyslexia and their families throughout the Inland Northwest.