Marianne Picha, Owner and Coach

I have worked on all sides of independent schools. Ten years were spent in advancement (communications supporting admissions and development) in boarding and day schools, then I made a transition to the “core business” as a division head and assistant head for 16 years. I've worked in several Northwest independent schools including Lakeside School, University Prep, Seattle Girls' School and Seattle Country Day School. And I grew up the fourth of five kids in a house where being fast on your feet and having a good sense of humor was the order of the day. Skills that still serve me in this work!