Getting **it Done - Krista Rillo
Working for the past seven years with Community for Youth, Krista directs endless energy toward creating innovative ways to build the Steps Ahead mentoring program at Chief Sealth High School.
 

Making Room at the Table - Bob Santos
Known by his numerous mentees and many others as "Uncle Bob", we are thrilled to recognize his leadership, innovation in generating resources to build housing, health care and other social services, and belief in the power of reaching out to the next generation.

Outstanding Alumni Board Member - Dan Brady
Dan's passion for politics was evident even in his years of service as a board member in the early 90s. Over the past 15 years he's worked for elected officials, candidates for public office and party organizations in the state of Washington, leading up to his current work managing Mike McGavick’s U.S. Senate race.

SWVOTY (Seattle Works Volunteer of the Year) - Laura Pilcher
A Team Works Captain and a weekly volunteer at ROOTS Young Adult Shelter, Laura has won the hearts of her teammates and nonprofits across town thanks to her enthusiasm, commitment and work ethic.

SWOOTY (Seattle Works Organization of the Year) - KEXP
Not only does KEXP deliver top-notch radio and a host of station-related volunteer opportunities, they're harnessing their influence to build community through their Community Partnerships Program. Each month a different nonprofit is highlighted on air and receives the proceeds of a show at High Dive featuring live music and a broadcast of KEXP's Audioasis program.

Getting **it Done - Genevieve Aguilar
Genevieve exudes a warmth and dedication that inspires us all to take action on the issues that are closest to our hearts. For Genevieve, this means working tirelessly in the areas of LGBT rights, immigration issues and reproductive choice.
 

Making Room at the Table - Mike Flynn
Who could be more fitting as the inaugural winner of "Making Room at the Table" than the originator of our region's 40 Under 40 Awards? As the publisher of the Puget Sound Business Journal and as a volunteer, Mike is an advocate who welcomes the energy, ideas and innovations of the next generation. 

Outstanding Alumni Board Member - Deborah Barge
Throughout Deborah's time as a volunteer and board member with Seattle Works, she has chaired numerous events and activities. Now as an alumni board member and auction consultant, Deborah continues to give generously of her time and resources.

SWVOTY (Seattle Works Volunteer of the Year) - Fred Northup
Fred is a local artist whose talents include filmmaking, writing comedy and music. Seattle Works' emcee extraordinaire, Fred has entertained and educated audiences at Emerald Swank, Seattle Works Day and even this very awards breakfast.

Chris Ackerley

Christopher Ackerley is a co-founder of Ackerley Partners, LLC.  Prior to founding Ackerley Partners in 2002, he was President of The Ackerley Group where he oversaw the daily operations of the national media and entertainment company.  Mr. Ackerley is involved with many civic and community organizations.  He currently serves on the board of governors of the Business Alliance for the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, the World Trade Center of Seattle, Pacific Science Center, Downtown Seattle Association and the First Tee of Seattle.  In addition, he serves as Vice-President of the Ginger and Barry Ackerley Foundation.  He is a member of the Northwest Chapter of the Young Presidents’ Organization and in 2001, Chris was recognized by the Puget Sound Business Journal as one of the region’s most influential “40 under 40” business leaders.