Staff and Board

STAFF

Laurie Lynch, Executive Director (they/them/she/her) 
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Laurie Lynch is a queer artist, educator, and activist dedicated to youth empowerment. From developing original work to performing as Drag King Dan D Lite to facilitating youth and adult workshops, Laurie’s work is rooted in storytelling and human connection. With a background in theatre-making and arts activism, Laurie has spent their career creating spaces where young people can amplify their voices and drive meaningful change. Their commitment to theatre for social change has been a cornerstone of their work, using the arts as a platform for activism, dialogue, and community building. Passionate about cultivating inclusive, youth-centered spaces, Laurie remains committed to ensuring that all young people—especially those historically excluded—have access to creative opportunities that empower them to shape their communities and the world around them.

Lindsay Hastings, Director of Philanthropy (she/her)
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Lindsay has been a super fan of TeenTix for years - she's been a member of the Advisory Board, fundraising committee, and a proud monthly donor in TeenTix’s Honors Society. She joined as Director of Individual Giving to continue supporting teens as leaders, artists, and arts fans. She loves creating pathways for the giving community to be included in building a vibrant arts scene for the next generation. Lindsay believes in the power of the arts to inspire, transform, and unite communities, and is committed to ensuring that TeenTix continues to be a driving force in making the arts accessible to all. Outside of TeenTix, Lindsay enjoys hanging at the beach with the seals, baking pies, and seeing concerts. Lindsay grew up on Cheraw lands.

Donovan Olsen, Programs Manager (they/them)
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Donovan is a multi-hyphenate artist and arts administrator passionate about community-based programming and accessible art. Originally from Austin, Texas and with roots in New Orleans, Louisiana and Walla Walla, Washington, Donovan holds a BA in Theatre with a focus in Directing from Whitman College. They are honored to be part of the TeenTix team and to work with young people who will build and sustain the future of arts ecosystems. Prior to joining TeenTix, Donovan worked for Seattle Repertory Theatre’s Public Works for four years building multi-generational community and expanding access to long-term participatory theatre endeavors. In their free time, Donovan enjoys embroidering, baking, and befriending every cat they encounter. Donovan grew up on Jumanos and Comanche lands.

Maggie Nguyen, Marketing & Communications Manager (she/her)
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Maggie Nguyen is a creative storyteller and passionate advocate of amplifying youth voices and expanding access to the arts. She is ecstatic to join the TeenTix team as the new Marketing & Communications Manager. Before joining TeenTix, Maggie worked in nonprofit communications for organizations including Family Law CASA and the League of Women Voters of Georgia. Seattle’s vibrant arts scene played a key role in Maggie’s decision to move to the Pacific Northwest after graduating from the Georgia Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science in Literature, Media, and Communication. An avid museum-goer, she makes a point to visit at least one whenever she travels—though on her very first trip to Seattle, she visited three in a single weekend. It was then that she knew she wanted to be part of this artistic community. In her free time, Maggie enjoys playing piano, writing, and being the proud “meowmy” of a feisty feline trio. 

Janae Brooks, Teen Connectors Project Manager (she/her)
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Janae Brooks is a writer, archivist, and operator passionate about building systems for equitable futures. Her career has centered access and knowledge sharing across the arts, education, and social impact. She believes that better futures are rooted in youth accessibility to art, creativity, and expression. She is thrilled to support teens in creating their own artistic communities as the Teen Connectors Project Manager. Prior to joining TeenTix, Janae managed communications, publications, and projects for organizations like the University of Washington, Black in AI, and Freehold Theatre Lab/Studio. Janae grew up in Atlanta, GA, but has lived in Philadelphia, PA, Seoul, South Korea, and Cambridge, England. Outside of TeenTix, Janae can be found going to the movies, playing video games, knitting, and creating digital archives. 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

TeenTix is actively recruiting new leadership! Interested? Read more on our volunteer page here about joining a working committee to get to know our group, or reach out to [email protected] for more information.

OFFICERS

Ariel Glassman, President
Founder & CEO, Common Great

Cyrus Despres, Treasurer
Director of Planning & Business Intelligence, KEXP

Aaron Weisman, Secretary
Director of Legal Operations, AeroMech Inc

MEMBERS AT LARGE 

Holly Arsenault
Playwright

Katy Dolan
COO, Impactive

Robert A. Pearlman, MD, MPH
Professor Emeritus, UW Department of Medicine

Linda Perlstein
Senior Manager - Speechwriting and Editorial Content, Pivotal

Laura Valiente De Vega
Director, Valiente Management & Services LLC