About us

Board of Directors

Torie/Ian (They/Them) -Treasurer

Torie is a queer AuDHD person who is enthusiastic about finding connection and building community where you are. They enjoy their life in Marysville with their husband, sister, three dogs, two cats, and a pigeon. In their free time, they collect various crafting hobbies, play TTRPGs, and skate with Strawberry City Roller Derby!

Shannon (She/Her)- Social Media Coordinator

Shannon grew up in Marysville and graduated from the International School of Communications at Marysville Getchell High School. Shannon received a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at Western Washington University in Bellingham. Shannon currently resides in Marysville with her family.

In addition to being a member of the Queer community, Shannon is disabled and a Stage IV Colorectal Cancer Survivor.

Isabel is a queer woman dedicated to creating spaces where the LGBTQIA2S+ community can truly belong, connect, and feel safe throughout Marysville and the greater Marysville-Tulalip area. She brings her experience as a cybersecurity professional to her board member role and, when not advocating for the community, enjoys hiking trails, traveling, acting, and making sawdust with her woodworking projects and theater prop builds.

Emily is dedicated to fostering community and connection. Alongside her roles as a mother and lifelong cat enthusiast, she has worked as a teacher, dance instructor, and charity organizer. Her work with diverse groups informs her commitment to creating inclusive, collaborative environments that support meaningful, cohesive community engagement.

Cassie (They/Them) - President

Cassie is excited to connect and build community with local queer folx and allies! Cassie is a queer and disabled music therapist, music teacher, foster cat mom, and dreamer. They believe that through love and hope, we can move towards liberation.

Cassie is lying on the floor kissing their sister's black cat with catnip on the floor

Kari (She/Her) - Vice President

Kari is a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community. She has worked in healthcare for the past 25 years and currently manages a healthcare clinic located in Marysville. When not volunteering for Pride events, Kari enjoys the outdoors with her dog Finley and wife Shelby.

Yana (They/Them) - Secretary

Yana is pleased to serve as Secretary for Marysville Pride and to be a part of this city's first pride organization. Yana is a multiply disabled and queer actor, voice actor, singer, composer, writer, and baking enthusiast who likes warm hugs and hot coffee. They believe that joy and community are powerful forms of resistance and hope to build those spaces with you all. Together.