Janica Lockhart

Janica Lockhart has a diverse work experience in various roles and industries. Janica began their career as a Reporting Intern at the Federal Way Mirror in 2002. Janica then worked as a Copy Editing Intern at the King County Journal in 2004. Lockhart continued at the King County Journal as a Copy Editor and Page Designer from 2005 to 2007. Janica worked as a Desk Resident at the Seattle Times from 2007 to 2008, where they also played a key role in the development of a special section called SE Living.

Lockhart joined the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges as a Research Intern in 2010. During their time there, they conducted data analysis and research reports on student support programs. Lockhart also worked at Highline Community College as a Communications Consultant in the Institutional Advancement department from 2008 to 2011. In this role, they created effective marketing materials and managed a successful marketing campaign focused on college alumni.

Lockhart worked at The Pew Charitable Trusts as a Pew Leadership Year Fellow in the Philanthropic Partnership Group from 2011 to 2012. In this position, they conducted research and wrote briefings, memos, and donor communications to strengthen relationships with external partners.

Lockhart's most recent work experience is at Akin, where they held multiple roles. Janica started as a Marketing Communications Manager in 2012, then transitioned to become the Manager of Communications and Annual Fund from 2013 to 2014. Lockhart was then promoted to the position of Director of Marketing and Communications from 2014 to 2017. Janica'sresponsibilities included managing marketing campaigns, communication strategies, and collaborating with staff at all levels of the organization. Finally, Lockhart served as the Senior Director of the President's Office from 2017 to 2020, where they played a key role in the development and implementation of the organization's strategic plan.

Currently, Lockhart holds the position of Chief Impact Officer at Akin, starting from January 2020. The summary highlights Lockhart's experience in strategic planning, marketing, communications, research, and media editing and design.

Janica Lockhart's education history includes:

- Nonprofit Executive Leadership Institute at the Evans School of Public Policy & Governance, University of Washington in 2018.

- Certificate in Digital Marketing from the University of Washington Professional & Continuing Education in 2016.

- Master of Public Administration (MPA) with a focus on Education Policy & Management from the University of Washington in 2009-2011.

- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Journalism with a minor in Electronic Media & Film from Eastern Washington University in 2003-2005.

- Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Journalism from Highline College in 2000-2002.