Board of Directors & Advisory Council

Michelle Flowers-Taylor, Ed.D., is an award-winning impact media maker whose mission is to leverage the powerful intersection of media and social justice to help achieve equity and economic empowerment for people from underserved populations. Dr. Flowers-Taylor has also fought long and hard for the empowerment of women and girls of color. She completed her doctoral research on the strategies that academically high achieving African American female college students developed to be successful. She parlayed her dissertation research at Loyola Marymount University into practical application by raising $1.1 million to launch the Institute of Engineering Community and Cultural Competence (IEC3) at the University of Southern California’s (USC) Viterbi School of Engineering.

Julia Montagnet serves as the Treasurer of the Stanley Ann Dunham Scholarship Fund, bringing a wealth of financial expertise and a passion for empowering young women through education. With a strong background in financial management, Julia currently holds the role of Finance Manager at Camp Solomon Schechter, where she oversees budgeting, financial reporting, and strategic planning. Her dedication to fiscal responsibility and her commitment to supporting meaningful causes make her an invaluable asset to our organization. Julia’s leadership ensures that the Stanley Ann Dunham Scholarship Fund continues to thrive, enabling us to provide life-changing opportunities for young women pursuing higher education.

Isac Goiea has over 15 years of experience in finance. He has dedicated his career to fostering financial growth and community engagement. A proud Washington state native, he is passionate about giving back and actively volunteering in his local communities. Isac had the privilege of serving on various boards and business groups that focus on supporting the LGBTQ community, working to create inclusive spaces and opportunities for all.

Sonya Sanders is a 33 year State of Washington employee. She has worked with juveniles and adults in the criminal justice system, mental and behavioral health clients and disabled and elderly clients in long term care. She is an active member of First AME Church of Seattle and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated. Sonya holds a Bachelor degree in Psychology, and a Master’s degree in Sociology from Prairie View A & M University. She is currently working on a doctorate degree in Strategic leadership from Liberty University. Sonya is married and has one son.

Cathryne Jordan is a dedicated advocate for equity and inclusion in education, bringing a wealth of expertise to her role as a Board Member of the Stanley Ann Dunham Scholarship Fund. Currently serving as the Assistant Director of the Office of Inclusive Excellence at the University of Washington College of Engineering, Cathryne works tirelessly to foster diversity and create opportunities for underrepresented communities in STEM fields. She is also a doctoral candidate at the University of Washington, focusing on Education, Policy, and Leadership, where her research and passion for equitable access to education align seamlessly with the mission of the scholarship fund. Cathryne’s commitment to empowering young women and her visionary leadership make her an invaluable asset to our organization as we work to create a brighter future for the next generation of leaders.