Leadership
For over 50 years, Columbia Industries has focused on developing the employment skills of people with disabilities (our clients). CI is lead by a capable staff, and governed by an all-volunteer Board of Directors.
Leadership Team
- Brian McDermott, President and CEO
- Marie Lathim, Administrative Officer
- Michael Dunlop, Chief Financial Officer
- Jeff Thompson, Director of Operations
- Justin Crume, Director of Client Services
2020-2021 Board of Directors
Executive Board
- Chair, Bob Rosselli, CBC Foundation (retired)
- Vice Chair, Eric Van Winkle
- Treasurer, Mark Brault, CEO/CPA
- Secretary, Sandra Gladstone
Board Members
- G. Charley Bowers, Rettig, Forgette, Iller, Bowers LLP
- Kathleen Lawrence, LMFT
- Joel Ockey, Cornerstone Wealth Strategies
- Theresa Buckendorf, Apollo Mechanical Contractors
- Debbie Cox, Kadlec
- Bob Hightower, Apollo Mechanical Contractors (retired)
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We are excited to announce our partnership with HAPO Community Credit Union as part of KAPP-KVEW Local News Project Community initiative! HAPO believes in supporting causes that help families thrive through all stages of life.![]()
During the month of March, HAPO is collecting personal hygiene products and toiletries to be donated to our Empowerment Place clients. Stop by any Tri-Cities HAPO location and look for the donation box. All products will be given to individuals in need of immediate assistance in our community. #tricities #makingadifference #hapocreditunion
Did you catch our Polar Plunge video compilation? We are down to the final days of accepting donations to Team CI, and we are just $500 short of our goal! Make a donation today and help us raise money to support Special Olympics of Washington! impact.sowa.org/team/336511
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