Strategy and communications with an equity & inclusion lens
Opening day for the University Link light rail extension, Capitol Hill Station - March 19, 2016
L-R: former Seattle Mayor Ed Murray, King County Executive Dow Constantine,
and University of Washington - Tacoma Chancellor Dr. Sheila Edwards Lange
AWARD-WINNING LEADER & STRATEGIC COMMUNICATOR
Known for her keen instinct for grasping the big picture, distilling nuances, and identifying opportunities for co-creating win/win solutions, Kimberly Reason, Principal & Founder of DEI Strategies, LLC, brings a multi-dimensional range of executive leadership, strategic communications, equity and social justice, community engagement, and program design expertise to her work --- a versatile skills set that uniquely positions her to collaborate effectively with an array of clients, partners and stakeholders to help plan and deliver organizational goals and equity initiatives.
COMMUNITY, GOVERNMENT & CORPORATE EXPERIENCE
With 30 years of experience in nonprofit organizations dedicated to advancing racial and social justice, regional and city government, and the corporate sector, Kimberly has a sustained record of effectively leading strategy and communications, leadership development, and project management for community organizations, government agencies, and a Fortune 500 Company. She has served as senior executive and spokesperson for Sound Transit, the Central Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority; the Seattle City Council; Macy's, Inc.'s Northwest division; and the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle, among other organizations, with veteran program and equitable engagement experience in nonprofit human services and legal advocacy; transportation and environmental planning, design and construction of mega-infrastructure transportation projects; equitable transit-oriented development; and government relations. Click here for background on Kimberly's community work.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Anthem Award (Bronze) for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for Research Projects or Publications, 2024
The Lens Reflected: Race, Gender & Topics in Documentary’s Streaming Age
Anthem Award (Silver) for Purpose & Mission-Driven Work, 2023
Celebration of Excellence - Leadership Team Award, 2001
Macy's, The Bon Marché
Appreciation, Mayor's Commission on Children & Youth, 1993
Leader of Tomorrow, Ebony magazine, 1992
"Kimberly proved a superlative and versatile leader who was instrumental in advancing the Urban League's mission. She worked as easily and effectively with high-profile public elected officials and board members as she did with community advocates and program staff --- a true and trusted partner on whom I could always count to get the job done."
R.Y. WOODHOUSE, PH.D., FORMER PRESIDENT & CEO
URBAN LEAGUE OF METROPOLITAN SEATTLE
