Our Mission

Edmonds Pride’s Mission is to host events, create leadership opportunities, and provide education that supports, strengthens, and connects the LGBTQIA2S+ community in Edmonds, Washington.

Board of Directors

Rowan Soiset

Executive Director
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Rowan is an LGBTQIA+ advocate and community organizer who grew up in the City of Edmonds. He has been participating in community advocacy for over five years, getting his start in Highschool through Planned Parenthood's Teen Council program. Since then, Rowan has organized protests, provided education, and currently participates in multiple advocacy and advisory groups in Edmonds.
As the Director of Edmonds Pride, the founder of Edmonds Queer Youth Alliance, Rowan is a fierce advocate for his community. Throughout his work Rowan emphasizes community, respect, accessibility, and education.
Alex Campbell

Secretary
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Alex has worked in nonprofits for over a decade, and currently works as a mental health therapist specializing in work with queer youth and young adults.
As a member of the queer and disabled communities, Alex is particularly interested in intersectionality and accessibility as it relates to the Edmonds LGBTQIA2S+ community.
In her free time, Alex is an avid fiction reader, a hobbyist sculptor, and a gnome wizard.
Holly Monek-Anderson

Treasurer
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Holly came to Edmonds Pride through their longtime involvement with our partner, Under the Rainbow. They have two biological kids and several Rainbow kids.
Rachel Schrader

Board Member
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Rachel brings over 10 years of experience in the events industry, with a background in planning large-scale corporate events. She is excited to apply her skills to Edmonds Pride, helping create inclusive and meaningful gatherings that strengthen community connections. She is
passionate about creating welcoming spaces where LGBTQIA2S+ community members can connect and celebrate.
In her free time you can find Rachel hiking, boating, reading, and enjoying all the PNW has to offer.
Bré Durnin

Board Member
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Born and raised in Edmonds, Bré returned in 2024 after more than a decade living in Europe, drawn back by the community that has always been her home. A passionate advocate for DEIB, Bre joined the Pride Board to make a tangible local impact.

They work in Learning & Development, focusing on making knowledge accessible and easy to understand, and are also the front person for several local bands.

Bré lives in Edmonds with her spouse and three cats, and loves hiking, singing, visiting her favorite local cafés, and watching the sun set over the Salish Sea.
Ty Schroeder

Board Member
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Ty Schroeder is a local public advocate and queer performer. Working in local government by day and the drag scene by night, they are constantly trying to contribute to community fostering and improvement.
His focus of emphasis includes grassroots unification efforts, and he is honored to continue this mission through serving on the Edmonds Pride Board.
In their (limited) free time, you can usually find Ty urban adventuring across western Washington or across the lands of Faerûn.