Audrey baker | Executive Director

As Executive Director of the Washington State Leadership Board (WSLB), Audrey leads the organization’s mission to cultivate the next generation of leaders across Washington State, focusing on strategic vision, operational excellence, and sustainable growth. Since joining WSLB over three years ago, Audrey has served in multiple leadership roles, including Programs Director and Director of Operations & Development, before stepping into her current role in May 2023.

Audrey holds a Bachelor of Arts from The Evergreen State College, where her studies deepened her commitment to education and community building. Her commitment to creating a pipeline of capable, inspired, and ethical leaders to carry Washington forward is central to her work with the WSLB.

Before joining WSLB, Audrey was Office Manager in the Office of former Lt. Governor Cyrus Habib, overseeing key office functions and supporting statewide initiatives. She also worked under chief budget writer Representative Timm Ormsby, gaining valuable experience and insight into the legislative process and state budget planning. Earlier in her career, she honed her operational skills as an Office Manager at a medical clinic, bringing a versatile background to her leadership journey.

Growing up in Ellensburg, WA, Audrey blends her love for community with a spirited approach to life. Outside of work, she enjoys playing the fiddle and exploring the outdoors with her dog, Sunny.

Phone: +1(564) 999-7308

Email: Audrey.Baker@wslb.wa.gov

Grace Ramos-Cartagena | Operations Manager

Grace is a diversity advocate dedicated to eliminating access barriers to education. Grace began her professional career in higher education, where she had the privilege of developing initiatives that analyzed and improved the retention rates for historically marginalized students. Through her work with students, Grace discovered her passion for equity and belonging.

Grace views education as a catalyst for change – ‘when you know better, you do better.’ Grace completed her AA at South Puget Sound Community College, after graduating she enrolled at The Evergreen State College where she completed her BA in Organizational Leadership and her MPA in Public Policy.

In her role as Operations Manager, Grace acts as a liaison to the Department of Enterprise Services, WaTech, and other agencies that provide operational services to our agency. She also takes the lead on any special projects WSLB gets involved in.

In her spare time, Grace can be found weight training, listening to podcasts, and hanging out with her family.

Phone: +1(564) 201-8264

Email: Grace.Ramos-Cartagena@wslb.wa.gov

Amy Ubungen| Director of Programming

Amy is a professional educator with 25+ years of experience teaching Spanish and leading study abroad programs. Amy began her teaching career in Florida, where she taught both middle and high school in diverse subjects including Spanish, mathematics, bilingual classes for English language learners, dropout prevention classes, international baccalaureate, and advanced classes for gifted learners.

Prior to her work with the Washington World Fellows program, Amy worked as a Spanish teacher and AVID instructor at Anacortes High School, where she served as Chair of the Spanish Department. She is fluent in Spanish and has an extensive knowledge of Spain, which has contributed to the success of the Washington World Fellows program since 2019. As the Director of Programming at the Washington State Leadership Board, Amy now leads the design and delivery of all WSLB programming.

Amy’s education includes a Masters degree in Teaching from Nova Southeastern University and a Bachelor’s degree in K-12 Education and Spanish.

Phone: +1(564) 999-7425

Email: Amy.Ubungen@wslb.wa.gov

Claire Muehleisen | Programs Manager

Claire is an artist, writer, photographer, and design expert. She graduated from The Evergreen State College with a Bachelor of Arts in 2018 and subsequently worked as the Artist in Residence at Arbutus Folk School in Olympia, Washington.

Prior to her work at the Washington State Leadership Board, Claire worked as the Social Media Marketing Manager for a local music production company, where she honed her administrative and media skillsets. Claire brings a deep passion and commitment to equitable development and anti-oppression work.

When she’s not working, Claire enjoys playing music in several local bands and continuing her personal artistic practices of ceramics, oil painting, and dance. It is rare to see her without her dogs, Pepper and Whimsy, by her side.

Phone: +1(360) 815-1342

Email: Claire.Muehleisen@wslb.wa.gov

Adrianne haunert | Programs coordinator

Adrianne joined the WSLB in January 2024 and oversees the Team S.A.M. and Boundless Washington programs. Her background is grounded in Program Administration.

Adrianne managed a men’s basketball team at Marian University in Indianapolis, where she worked as a graduate assistant in Sports Information and Event Management while she earned her M.S. in Athletic Administration from Indiana University (Bloomington). 

Her experience includes Youth Program Coordination for the 500 Festival in Indianapolis, Indiana, Low Ropes Coordinator/Program Staffer at CYO Camp Rancho Framasa, and Account Executive for Inlander in Spokane. 

Adrianne is a Golden Bear from Shelbyville, Indiana. A huge football fan, she enjoys reading, yoga/barre, the Indianapolis 500, cheering on her Teams (Colts and Hoosiers), crafting, and hiking.

Phone: +1(564) 206-9930

Email: Adrianne.Haunert@wslb.wa.gov