STAFF

As a lean organization, we utilize the strengths and capacity of a few individuals to manage our fundraising, events, camps, and programming.

**Lauren Frost** Operations Manager *lauren@thegoodtimesproject.org*
Camp Nickname: **Tofu**
After three years supporting fundraising efforts and overseeing events for The Goodtimes Project, Lauren is excited to serve as the first Operation Manager for the organization. She will work to provide the support needed to ensure the organization and its employees are ready for whatever comes our way, so we can continue to offer excellence to our community. Outside of work, Lauren loves cooking, listening to music, and caring for her houseplants.

Tanya Krohn
Adult & Family Program Manager tanya@thegoodtimesproject.org

Camp Nickname: Cooper

After 11 summers as the youth camp director, Tanya has transitioned to managing our adult and family programming, including Kayak Camp, the Avid Alums Program, our Bereaved Community, and the You & Me Retreat. She continues to use her knowledge of programming, logistics, and partnerships to help fulfill Goodtimes’ mission for young adults, parents, and families. Tanya loves international travel, laughing, and bargain shopping.

**Mark Schmor**
Volunteer & Community Engagement Program Manager
*mark@thegoodtimesproject.org*
Camp Nickname: **S’mores**
Mark manages all aspects of the volunteer experience, oversees single-day programming throughout the year, and is responsible for leading Club Goodtimes, a year-round program designed to deepen engagement and connection for adolescents and teens in the Goodtimes community. He also collaborates with the Program Manager for Youth Camps in the leadership of Camp Goodtimes. Mark loves all things related to sports, is a bit of a movie buff, and loves to read anything and everything.

**Leah Morin**
Development Manager
*leah@thegoodtimesproject.org*
Camp Nickname: **Jello**
After graduating from Suffolk University with a degree in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics, Leah transitioned to the Seattle area and joins The Goodtimes Project as the Development Manager. With nonprofit experience in development, she aims to center the Goodtimes mission in her work while coordinating fundraising efforts. In her free time, Leah loves to sew, read, and take her cat for walks outside.

**Nicole Sotkiewicz**
Development Director
*nicole@thegoodtimesproject.org*
Camp Nickname: **Poppins**
Nicole comes to The Goodtimes Project with a previous connection to its mission, having served as a camp volunteer in the past. Her time at Camp Goodtimes left a lasting impression and helped shape her commitment to nonprofit work centered on connection, care, and community. With years of experience leading mission-driven organizations and building strong community partnerships, Nicole brings a thoughtful, relationship-centered approach to development and fundraising. Outside of work, Nicole enjoys adventuring with her husband, daughter, and golden retriever.

**Avari Tawater-Tiedemann**
Youth Camps Program Manager
*avari@thegoodtimesproject.org*
Camp Nickname: **Magnolia**
Avari earned her degree in Global Studies and Human Rights from Georgia State University. With over eight years of experience in leading innovative youth programs, she is dedicated to making learning enjoyable, inclusive, and adventurous. Whether she is coaching staff, teaching lifeguarding, designing camp programs, or cheering on participants, Avari's greatest joy comes from bringing people together and creating welcoming spaces for growth. In her free time, she can often be found exploring the outdoors with her dog, Penny.

Board

Our Board of Directors governs the strategic vision of our organization and sees to the needs and support of its employees and constituents. The members of our Board represent a diverse group of community leaders throughout Western Washington and Alaska. Members are long-time camp volunteers, alumni campers, and camper parents, while others bring business acumen and outside perspectives. Together they are united behind the mission.

**Alex Davidson**
Board Vice President
*alex@thegoodtimesproject.org*
Camp Nickname: **Pickle Juice (PJ)**
Alex was introduced to the magic of Camp Goodtimes while on active treatment. From the time he was eight, he was hooked on camp and the Goodtimes Project. Having been a camper at Goodtimes and Kayak camp, an LIT, a counselor, and helping with other Goodtimes projects, he is eager to continue spreading hope, joy, and love in the pediatric cancer community. As a professional fundraiser and his prior board experience, Alex aims to bring his breadth of knowledge to the board.

**Marc Sasala**
Board Treasurer
*marc@thegoodtimesproject.org*
Marc has been a Finance Leader at Amazon since 2017, leading teams supporting Amazon Fresh, Amazon Style, Amazon Go, and Amazon Pharmacy. Before that, he had Accounting and Finance Leadership roles at Ernst & Young, Abercrombie & Fitch, JCPenney, and Lands' End. He also serves as Treasurer of the Board of Directors for Latona School Associates, a non-profit elementary school aftercare program. His brother Patrick passed away of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) in 1999 at the age of 18, and Marc has since been a volunteer and fundraiser for various organizations fighting pediatric cancer. He attended his first Goodtimes Gala in 2022 and is excited to serve on the Board of this amazing organization starting in 2024. Marc lives in Seattle, and enjoys keeping up with his two daughters, who currently love swimming, ballet, soccer, basketball, and singing. He occasionally partakes in trivia and karaoke, with varying levels of success.

**Wendy Wood**
Board Secretary
*wendy@thegoodtimesproject.org*
Wendy is a nonprofit fundraising professional working with nonprofits throughout the greater Puget Sound region. After attending Camp Goodtimes and other camps as a child and watching her brother beat cancer, Wendy is passionate about the healing power of camp and creating space for everyone in the family to experience that joy and healing! In her spare time, Wendy loves to travel, be creative, and explore parks and beaches with her two dogs. She is looking forward to joining The Goodtimes Project board and being part of an organization bringing joy and comfort to families facing cancer.

**Stephanie Cole**
*stephanie@thegoodtimesproject.org*
Stephanie Cole is a leader with 26 years of experience in healthcare and a passion for bringing people together and making a difference in the communities she serves. Throughout her career, she has worked in technology and leadership roles focused on reducing providers’ administrative burden, simplifying complex systems, and making patient care more accessible.
Stephanie is a cancer survivor and has experienced firsthand how much connection, community, and support can mean during a difficult time. She is excited to be part of The Goodtimes Project and to help provide children with opportunities to reconnect with a world beyond their diagnosis, build friendships, try new things, and create lasting memories.
Outside of work, Stephanie enjoys traveling, spending time with her family, and making the most of every opportunity to create new memories.

**Riley Coyle**
*riley@thegoodtimesproject.org*
Riley has worked in the pediatric hematology / oncology community for the last 10 years. She currently works as a Certified Child Life Specialist at Seattle Children’s Hospital in the Cancer and Blood Disorder Clinics, where she supports the kids we serve in a clinical setting. She feels ecstatic to be on the board to share real examples of our campers’ journey and bring that perspective to camp and other programming! Outside of camp she loves spending time with her family, including her two perfect step-daughters and doggo, as well as getting outside in the Pacific Northwest beauty.

**Kari Ferguson** *kari@thegoodtimesprojet.org*
Kari was first introduced to Camp Goodtimes when her son was diagnosed with cancer in 2015. Since 2015, both of her kids have been attending camp and participating in other activities associated with the Goodtimes Project. Kari brings to the board experience with pediatric cancer and working with school age children and families as an Intermediate School Principal. Kari is passionate about supporting kids with opportunities to find joy after a cancer diagnosis because she knows first hand that diagnosis is just the beginning of a family's battle against cancer.

**Jeremy Freise**
*jeremy@thegoodtimesproject.org*
The father of three campers, Jeremy has seen firsthand the life changing impact of The Goodtimes Project. He is thrilled to join the board to help this amazing organization further its mission. Jeremy has spent 25+ years in the asset management industry working with nonprofits, healthcare organizations and pension funds on their investment portfolios. Outside of work, Jeremy likes to get outside (fish, hike, ski), watch his kids thrive in their various sports/activities and walk the family’s 2 dogs that all three of his kids and his wife swore they would take care of.

**Annette Gregorich**
*annette@thegoodtimesproject.org*
Annette is a Human Resources executive with expertise leading business and people strategies in dynamic, high-growth environments. Annette was the Program Director for Camp Goodtimes in the mid-1980’s in the first few years of its existence. She is both excited and honored to be leading The Goodtimes Project Board to engage once again in all the good work supporting families facing the challenges of childhood cancer. Annette and her husband Adam live in Lake Tapps with their twins, Alex & Aurora.

Jonathan Kaczmarek
jonathan@thegoodtimesproject.org

Jonathan is a finance and business strategy professional with over two decades of experience spanning the wine industry, real estate, investments and non-profit sectors. He currently serves as Co-President of Rocky Pond Winery, where he oversees strategic planning and financial reporting across the company's various wine and real estate entities. Jonathan was introduced to The Goodtimes Project when his son attended Camp Goodtimes for the first time in 2024. He is looking forward to contributing to the Board to help other families find joy after a cancer diagnosis. Outside of work, Jonathan enjoys traveling, biking, hiking, camping, snowboarding, golf, and calls Seattle home.