Team

Gustavo oversees the creative team, driving strategic thinking and creative problem solving across the firm. Having worked with agencies around the globe—from Argentina to New York City to Southeast Asia—he’s developed a habit of looking at challenges from myriad perspectives. His clients at Pyramid have included Cascade Public Media, Seattle Public Utilities, Meals on Wheels People, and Central Washington University. The work he’s led in collaboration with clients and teammates has won international awards for creativity and results, including five Cannes Lions.

Alex oversees the strategic planning of technology systems, computer system deployment, and the management of Pyramid’s facilities. He also provides day-to-day technical and office support and coordinates staff training—all of which helps the Pyramid team produce outstanding results for clients. 

Barbara led Pyramid's Conservation and Sustainability practice group for eight years. Barbara specializes in helping people and communities find creative paths to achieve their aspirations. She matches her skills as a strategist, facilitator, and issue framer with extensive experience in national, state, and local political and legislative campaigns and deep issue expertise in natural resources and environmental policy. Her clients include the University of Washington College of the Environment, the Center for Large Landscape Conservation, Earthjustice, and the Wilderness Society. Before joining Pyramid, Barbara was executive director of the regional salmon recovery organization Long Live the Kings, deputy director of the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, and legislative assistant on the environment to U.S. Senator Joseph Lieberman.

Marcus brings over 15 years of experience in advocacy and politics. He assists clients on engagement strategies, the legislative process, elections and issue-positioning in the public arena. A recognized expert on tech and labor, he co-founded the nation’s first union dedicated to representing high-technology workers and spent five years overseas directing negotiations and political efforts on behalf of national unions on four continents. He has testified before the U.S. Congress. Marcus has been widely quoted in the media by the New York Times, NPR, The Seattle Times, network TV and in foreign publications. His opinion pieces on the future of work have been published in The Seattle Times, Crosscut and the Korean Labor Institute. He recently served on the Innovation and Jobs Policy Committee for the Biden presidential campaign. 

Adanna is the daughter of immigrants, migrant farmworkers and Latinx community advocates. She carries this lineage with her through all of her work, and is dedicated to advancing equity for Black, Indigenous and people of color. She is a strategic communicator with a background in philanthropy and community organizing. Highly organized and relationship-oriented, Adanna supports her clients in realizing their vision and goals. Her clients include Group Health Foundation, Black Future Co-op Fund, Water Foundation, and others. Adanna serves on Pyramid’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Decolonization team.

Alicia is a member of the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe, and Pyramid’s newest intern. Currently a full-time student, she is studying Tribal Governance, Business Management and Coast Salish Art. She is a current member of the American Indian Business Leaders Club and Treasurer of the Northwest Indian College Scholarship Club. Her past experiences with the American Indian Higher Education Consortium brought to light the importance of representation and inclusion of Native voices driving her passion for political science.

Kate is a queer digital strategist with a storytelling background. They are a careful listener, invested in helping clients tell their stories and connect with their communities online. They draw from a range experience in creating digital spaces for progressive change-makers, with an emphasis on equity-focused healthcare. Their recent clients include Byrd Barr Place, Pacific Hospital PDA, Black Future Co-op Fund, and Friendship House. 

John founded Pyramid based on his belief that a company could be successful working only for good causes. He specializes in communications work and high-level strategic and fundraising campaigns and initiatives that benefit from his political expertise. His recent clients include the Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nations, the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, Earthjustice, Cascade Public Media, and Pearl Jam’s Vitalogy Foundation. 

Lizzie partners with clients to bring intention and clarity to every step of the communications process—from shaping the strategy to crafting the story and making sure the right people see it at the right time. Her work is focused on the climate crisis and the environment, and some of her recent clients have included the Washington Department of Ecology’s Office of the Chehalis Basin, Marine Discovery Center, Water Foundation, and the Puyallup Tribe of Indians. Before joining Pyramid, she worked in journalism and environmental advocacy, where she translated complex environmental science and policy into language that ignites curiosity and inspires action. Lizzie is currently pursuing a Masters of Public Administration at the University of Washington Evans School of Public Policy & Governance, with a focus on environmental policy.

Temryss comes from a long lineage of Lummi fisher people. As a tribal member of the Lummi Nation, Temryss advocates for Indigenous visibility, tribal engagement and reciprocity. Her work in global football, media, and academia has guided her career from being a defender on the soccer pitch to a strategist in communications, defending tribal sovereignty and Native lifeways. At Pyramid, Temryss leads multi-disciplinary project teams in delivering strategic insight and partnership to advance Native-led initiatives that support tribes and Native organizations in telling their stories to accomplish their goals. Some of her current clients include Lummi Nation, Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation, and the Native American Rights Fund. Temryss holds a master’s degree in American Indian Studies from University of California, Los Angeles, and is a board member of The Chief Seattle Club.

As a project manager, Lauren oversees the day-to-day work and contributes to strategy,  content development, and planning. Her determination and commitment to mission-driven work fuels the success of her projects across the firm. Her recent clients include the Water Foundation, Impact Alamance, Earthjustice, and the Sheri and Les Biller Family Foundation. Lauren also holds a Master of Public Administration degree from the University of Washington’s Evans School of Public Policy and Governance. 

A reporter by training, Chris loves collaborating with clients to identify the “lead” of their stories. What’s the heart of their work, and how do we best share it? He works with clients focused on a range of issues, including Seattle Theatre Group, Seattle JazzED, Earthjustice, Ploughshares Fund, the Burke Museum, and Cascade Public Media. He’s placed client stories with The New York Times, The Washington Post, USA Today, CNN and NPR, as well as local outlets across the country. 

Vivian is an experienced communications professional, known for her collaborative style in building partnerships and engaging communities. She is an independent theatre producer and co-founding member of the Hansberry Project, and produces television programs on arts and heritage for 4Culture. She previously served as the director of marketing and communications for the Seattle Theatre Group, and managed all marketing and communications activities for Seattle’s historic Paramount, Moore, and Neptune Theatres. She was a primary spokesperson and representative to the Africa Contemporary Arts Consortium, a national initiative to promote African artists interpreting contemporary life through traditional, popular, or contemporary forms. She has served as director of communications for Mayor Paul Schell and as an interim executive director of the Seattle Parks-operated Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center. Vivian is a Leadership Tomorrow alum and graduate of the Alki Foundation Political Involvement Institute.

Ellie is passionate about amplifying the voices of communities across Washington state. She collaborates with grassroots organizations on strategy, creative, digital, and traditional media. Her primary client is the Washington Community Alliance, a statewide coalition of organizations of color that are demanding racial and economic justice together. Prior to joining Pyramid, Ellie built communications and sales resources for Microsoft.

Majestik is a Seattle-born artist with a passion for youth empowerment and youth-led advocacy. He currently heads research for multiple projects, and develops content and creative products that serve client goals. He's inspired by his peers and is committed to capacity-building to strengthen their voices and apply pressure to oppressive systems. His recent clients include the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, King County Stormwater Services, Black Lives Matter Seattle-King County, and the Black Future Co-Op Fund.

Kira is on a perpetual search for clear communication solutions. She views the field of design as a multimedia opportunity to improve systems and clarify the complex. Her drive to help others began with a decade-long career in healthcare as a Registered Nurse. At Pyramid, her clients include Arts Corps, the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, Philanthropy Northwest, and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation.

Ruby is an enrolled member of the Quileute Nation. Indigenous ways of knowing are foundational to her belief that storytelling and communications play an essential role in creating positive change. She’s passionate about centering Native voices and supporting Native-led projects for clients such as the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, Seattle Indian Health Board, and Lummi Nation.

In addition to serving as Pyramid’s managing partner, Anne leads strategic planning efforts, provides organizational and leadership development support, and works across issue areas to help our clients define and maximize their impact. She brings deep listening and an interdisciplinary approach to her clients, which have included W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the University of Washington School of Public Health, and the Burke Museum.

Alex has an infectious passion for fueling the success of clients and co-workers. She develops multi-disciplinary content and strategies for clients including Crosscut, the Museum of Flight, and Path with Art. Before coming to Pyramid, Alex worked for Pearl Jam's Vitalogy Foundation—creating internal systems and developing messaging and cross-channel content focused on the areas of homelessness, the environment, arts, and education.