City of Redmond, WA
Brooke Buckingham has a background in human services and program management. Currently working as a Human Services Manager at the City of Redmond since January 2006, Brooke is involved in planning, policy, collaboration, and project management. Brooke is also a graduate of Leadership Eastside, a leadership program that focuses on academic training in adaptive leadership philosophy and real-life project experience. Prior to their current role, Brooke served as a Program Manager at the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services from 1999 to 2005. Brooke holds a Bachelor’s Degree in English Language and Literature from Western Oregon University, earned between 1993 and 1997.
City of Redmond, WA
The City of Redmond is a progressive suburban community located on the Eastside of Lake Washington, within minutes of Seattle. With approximately 50,000 residents and the home of many large high tech corporations, our daytime population is in excess of 100,000. The City of Redmond currently encompasses approximately 17 square miles and has a balance of residential, commercial and park areas. The City prides itself for its high quality of life with good schools and healthy economic base. While maintaining a focus on quality living, the City of Redmond has also experienced consistent, exciting growth of both residential and business entities. Technology is central to the business population as well as both local and chain businesses. Recreational opportunities are abundant with various outdoor activities, such as skiing, biking, hiking and watersports, within an hours drive.