Leadership San Juan Islands celebrates graduation of Cohort XVII

April 24, 2026 | San Juan Islands, WA

||| FROM GRETCHEN KRAMPF for LEADERSHIP SAN JUAN ISLANDS |||

Leadership San Juan Islands proudly announces the graduation of Cohort XVII on April 24, 2026, marking another milestone in its mission to cultivate informed, connected, and engaged leaders across the islands.

We invite community members, alumni, and partners to join us at NOON at the Friday Harbor Grange for a celebratory Potluck Luncheon, followed by a ceremony honoring Cohort XVII and their accomplishments.

Amy Saxe-Eyler

Amy Saxe-Eyler, a graduate of Cohort X, will be the commencement speaker. Amy has served our communities as the Energy Savings and Member Services Manager at OPALCO, Executive Director of Wolf Hollow Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, and Development Director for the San Juan Island Library District. Today, she leads as CEO of the San Juan Island Community Foundation. At the heart of her work is a passion for people and building collaborative relationships that help address the evolving needs of her community. Amy believes the connections she formed through LSJI have played a pivotal role in her journey toward both personal and professional fulfillment.

This year’s cohort has brought together a diverse group of emerging and established leaders representing a wide range of sectors, including local government, education, business, healthcare, and nonprofit organizations. Over the course of the program, participants engaged in hands-on learning experiences, in-depth discussions, and community-based projects designed to deepen their understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities facing the San Juan Islands.

For more information about the program or to RSVP for the event, please visit www.lsji.org or contact us at hello@lsji.org.

About Leadership San Juan Islands

Leadership San Juan Islands is a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing skilled, informed, and connected leaders committed to the vitality and sustainability of the San Juan Islands community. Through experiential learning and cross-sector collaboration, the program empowers participants to lead with insight and purpose.