Board of Directors
Ron Birum, Board Chairman
Ron has served on the Board since 2001. He became connected with Bridge through his membership on the Disability Awareness Committee of his church. Professionally, Ron has retired from his position as a senior computer consultant with PACCAR. He has used these professional skills to help Bridge develop a more integrated approach to processing our ministry information between the various computer programs and ministry departments. He is also a volunteer for the Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers of Bainbridge Island and enjoys participating in mission work. Ron brings a fresh new perspective to the work of the Board. Ron is a member of Rolling Bay Presbyterian Church, Bainbridge Island.
Frank Wallace, Vice Chair
Frank is a former VP of Business Operations with the Boeing Company and also served on the finance team of his church and as an elder, (Calvin Presbyterian, Shoreline), as a volunteer for the past two years at our mobility center and as a Board member for a number of other non-profits such as the Bellevue Boys and Girls Club, Fairfax City Volunteers, and the Junior Chamber of Commerce, during his career with Boeing. He brings a depth of experience to Bridge in Human Resource management and organizational development. We are excited to reap the benefits from his experience!
Daniel Coppin, Secretary/Treasurer
Dan joined the Board in 2006 and has served on the Finance Committee and Resource Development Committees. His current role is the new Secretary/Treasurer. He has served as a Sunday Celebration volunteer at Calvin Presbyterian Church for several years. Dan recently retired from CityBank of Lynnwood, Washington as Senior Vice President of Information Technology. He has a thirty year background in banking and data processing. He is a member and current Finance Elder of Calvin Presbyterian Church. He has served on the Boards of a variety of non-profit organizations, including the Shoreline Coalition of Churches and the American Institute of Banking.
Marion Cloutier, CPG, Guardianship Advisory Committee Chair
Marion returns to Bridge after serving as one of our staff as a Guardian Specialist since 2003. Marion holds a BASW from the University of Washington, School of Social Work and has over 16 years of experience as an advocate for persons with disabilities which includes 10 years as a Care Manager for Guardianship Services of Seattle. In 1991 she became a certified Guardian Ad Litem for King County Superior Court. Marion also managed her own business as a Professional Guardian and Care Manager specializing in “alternatives” to guardianship. Bridge and those seeking quality guardianship for their loved ones are so blessed to have her level of personal concern for people living with disabilities, her expertise with the legal system and her strong ethics and values that demand nothing but quality care for clients. Welcome back!
Ursula Wright, PhD, Guardianship Advisory Committee Member
Ursula joined the board summer of 2009. She is a Principal Ergonomist with Hampton Ergonomics. She is also an advocate for training and employment of people with disabilities, a volunteer mentor to college bound students and a member of the Christian Faith Center. In addition she has served as an Ergonomics consultant to Microsoft and previously employed in Ergonomics divisions with Boeing and General Motors.
Mike McDonald
Mike has served on the Board since its inception in 1987. Professionally, Mike worked for Boeing and several other companies doing computer work. Mike lives with a physical disability and uses a power wheel chair to aid his mobility. Mike’s solid support and faithfulness to the work of Bridge has been a strong encouragement to the Board and staff. In his quiet ways Mike provides insight and perspective that helps us stay focused on our mission. When asked why he thinks the ministry of Bridge is important he says: “With my own disability I know how difficult life can get for me and I have it easy compared to many other people. Bridge is a strong advocate in helping persons with disabilities and there are many people who need this support.” Mike is a member of Rosehill Presbyterian Church, Kirkland.
Volunteer Recruiting
We are always interested in conversation with those who are called to Leadership and wish to offer their time and talents in sustaining the Mission of Bridge Ministries. Supporting and participating with the governing Board of Directors as a Committee member, Ministry Advisor, or direct membership on the Board of Directors is a high calling. Contact Jack Staudt, Executive Director, to inquire about position requirements and qualifications.