Join the Coalition
The Public Coalition is a way for community members to get involved in C3’s work. It is open to folks from workforce groups, community organizations, schools, local governments, businesses, and frontline community members like job seekers, apprentices, students, and elders. Coalition Members work together to shape C3's strategic direction and provide support for programs and initiatives that increase equal access to green careers. The Coalition is a space for members to connect, network, and gain access to valuable resources, training, and other opportunities. It meets twice a year and is free to join. To learn more about the benefits of joining the Public Coalition, reach out to us through the interest form.
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Executive Steering Committee
The Executive Steering Committee is the governing body of C3. It is made up of representatives from government agencies, academia, labor unions, community-based organizations, employers, and training programs. The Executive Steering Committee leads the charge in shaping inclusive workforce development initiatives, developing funding strategies, and connecting with communities throughout King County and the surrounding region. The Committee works directly with members of our Public Coalition to ensure resources are directed where they’re needed most. Read more about our members and partner organizations here.
Adam Powers
Adam Powers is an accomplished energy expert, educator, and data management specialist with a profound commitment to sustainable community development. As Executive Director of Key Tech Labs and Digital Business Center & Coop, Adam leads projects that bring emerging technologies to under-resourced communities, focusing on AI, technical support, and privacy-enhancing solutions for local businesses. Through Key Tech Labs, he empowers youth and adults alike, teaching them to leverage technology for self-sufficiency and community growth.
Raphael Jackson
Raphael Jackson is an award-winning professional with 8+ years of experience driving multimillion-dollar revenue growth and leading economic development projects. His expertise covers community development, operational efficiency, and building strong teams and revenue systems. Committed to innovation and mentorship, he focuses on achieving goals and empowering future leaders.
Karina Martija-Harris
Karina's professional journey began at the California Maritime Academy, where she excelled both academically and in leadership roles. Whether managing sports teams, serving as a resident assistant, or holding student government positions, Karina demonstrated a talent for bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds and helping them access the resources they needed to thrive.
Moji Igun
An international keynote speaker and certified TRUE Zero Waste Advisor, Moji Igun (she/her) founded Blue Daisi Consulting to make it easier for small businesses to practice the world they want to see on a small scale.
Jazzmin Fragiacomo
Jazzmin Fragiacomo is a committed environmental activist with roots in community organizing around local housing and environmental issues. Recently, she graduated from the University of Washington with a Master's of Marine and Environmental Affairs where she focused her studies on environmental policy, renewable energy, environmental justice, and community engagement. Jazzmin works as both an environmental and community engagement consultant, and as a yoga teacher striving to foster the connection between environmental stewardship and community and personal health.
Steve Abercrombie
Steve Abercrombie leads the Sustainable Building Science Technology program at South Seattle College. He focuses on workforce development for green jobs and finding opportunities to create learning through service to frontline communities. Steve currently is a co-investigator for the Pacific Northwest Building Training and Assessment Center, a joint partnership between the UW, South Seattle College, and the Northwest Indian College.
Fynniecko (Niecko) Glover
Fynniecko Glover Jr. is a dedicated community development professional with extensive experience in workforce development, economic empowerment, and environmental policy. Currently serving as a Community Outreach Coordinator at the Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County, he specializes in connecting diverse communities with employment opportunities and sustainable career pathways.
Marie Kurose
Executive Steering Committee Co-Chair
Marie calls on decades of policy expertise, collaboration, and strategic partnerships across government, community, and philanthropy.
Frank Staten
Frank Staten is an environmentalist dedicated to planet protection and sustainable change. He focuses on raising awareness and driving community action, collaborating on grassroots and policy initiatives. He believes in empowered communities for a sustainable future, sharing his journey and projects to foster collective efforts.
Gus Williams
Training and Program Innovation Subcommittee Chair
Gus Williams is the Climate & Workforce Development Advisor at the City of Seattle, Office of Sustainability and Environment. As a strategic advisor and thought leader, Gus plays a crucial role in shaping the build-out of the Climate & Equitable Economy & Workforce priority policy for the city.
Michael Carter
Executive Steering Committee Co-Chair; Funding and Long-Term Planning Subcommittee Chair
Michael Carter serves as Climate and Workforce Manager at King County’s Executive Climate Office (ECO). His work centers on connecting communities affected by climate change with living wage employment opportunities linked to clean energy deployment and climate.
Robert Brown
Outreach, Recruitment, and Resource Building Subcommittee Chair
Robert Brown III (he/him) is the Workforce Development Program Manager and Data Analyst for Maritime and Green Jobs. Robert oversees the design, implementation, and management of training programs that prepare individuals for careers in the maritime and green sectors.
Tiffany Sevilla
Tiffany Sevilla is a program manager with Greenprint Partners, where she braids community and environmental benefits into public infrastructure. Previously, she managed maritime and green jobs workforce development programs for youth and underemployed populations throughout King County, and in particular in the Duwamish Valley. She is an environmental engineer by training, but these days she's enjoying learning more about art and languages.
Reggie Battle
Reginald Battle, Director of Workforce Development for the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle has served at different capacities in King, Pierce, Snohomish, Skagit and Whatcom Counties over the past 30 years. Throughout this journey, I am still passionate about helping children, youth, and families find and access resources to improve their daily living situations.
Meilani Lanier-Kamaha'o
Fiscal Sponsor Representative, Sustainable Seattle
Bryan Green
Fiscal Sponsor Representative, Sustainable Seattle
Bryan currently serves as the Program Manager at Sustainable Seattle where he focuses on supporting grassroots organizations that provide resources to and build resiliency in local BIPOC communities. He has a background in a variety of industries, most recently in healthcare where he cultivated a mindset centered on authentic empathy and compassion which he brings to his current work.