Janet Richards

Janet Richards, PMP, has extensive experience in leadership and community engagement across various organizations. Currently serving as a Board Member for both Together Center and Hopelink, Janet focuses on advancing community support and self-sufficiency initiatives. As the Founder and Executive Director of Redmond Has Hope, Janet facilitates timely assistance for individuals in need. Previous roles include Human Services Commissioner for the City of Redmond, where strategic advising was based on equity-driven approaches, and Senior Consultant positions at Bridge Partners and Microsoft Corporation, emphasizing community enablement and project management. Janet's educational background includes core coursework for an MBA in Organizational Development at Queens University of Charlotte and a Bachelor's Degree in Theology and Management Information Systems from Ambassador University.