Originally from Seattle, Bonnie took a circuitous path to the accounting profession. After graduating with degrees in Computer Science and Management from M.I.T., her early career was spent designing custom databases and accounting systems. From there, she went on to own and operate her own café and subsequently held positions as a Controller for an upscale restaurant and a Finance Manager for a small nonprofit. She recently earned her Washington State CPA License and has also completed certificates in both Non-Profit Management and Accounting at the University of Washington.
Bonnie has over fifteen years of board leadership experience at a wide variety of nonprofits, including educational, arts, and social service organizations. She is particularly passionate about equitable access to instrumental music education and was a long-time board member of Seattle Music Partners. In addition to her countless hours of board service, Bonnie has also volunteered as a flute tutor in the Seattle Public Schools, a homework helper for the Seattle Public Libraries, and a tax preparer with the United Way Free Tax Prep program.
A classical music geek, Bonnie is an avid chamber music, symphony and opera fan. In her free time, she also enjoys hiking, cooking, puzzles of all kinds, and occasionally playing the piano. More than anything, she loves spending time with her family, which often means trips to Montréal and New York, where her two grown sons now live.
Fun Fact: Bonnie is a bit of a weather junkie and likes storm watching and tracking hurricanes.