Ken Alterman
President, CEO, Savers
Joining Savers as Vice President and General Manager in 2002, Ken Alterman was promoted to Executive Vice President within the year. In January of 2004, he assumed the role of President and in January of 2005 became President and CEO. Alterman’s ability to develop strategy, operationalize plans and effect positive change has facilitated Savers continued success and stable growth. Prior to Savers, Alterman built his career at PepsiCo and Procter & Gamble. In his 20 years with PepsiCo, Alterman held numerous positions of increasing responsibility in the operations and sales department, most recently as Market Unit General Manager for the Pepsi-Cola Bottling Group in Washington. Alterman serves on the boards of The Moyer Foundation, American Heart Association and Savers. Alterman holds a bachelor’s of science degree in chemical engineering from Clarkson University.

Herb Blackinton
CEO, Emerald City Graphics, Inc
Herb has worked in the Printing trade for 46 years here in Seattle. In 1996, he sold Emerald City Graphics to the publicly-held company, Consolidated Graphics, owner of 72 printing companies across the nation. Herb remains CEO of Consolidated Graphics (CGX). CGX has the largest and most technologically advanced sheet fed printing capabilities in North America, as well as web printing capabilities. Herb and his wife Janice make there home in DesMoines, WA. Where they enjoy their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Herb and his family are honored to part of the Moyer Foundation.

Brad Brotherton
President, Brotherton-Caddillac-Pontiac-GMC
Brad Brotherton became president of Brotherton, Cadillac, Pontiac, GMC, in 2005. He has spent his entire working life in the new vehicle retailing business.

During summers while attending high school and attending Washington State University Brad was a lot attendant, parts counterman, service writer, and sales consultant.

After completing Washington State University, Brad came into the automobile business full time working for three different dealerships, completing various G.M. training programs, and graduation from the National Auto Dealers school.

Brad joined Fredrick Cadillac as general manager and was instrumental in the name change to Brotherton and the move to Renton. He became the 4th generation Brotherton in the automobile business.

Brotherton Cadillac, Pontiac, GMC is dedicated to being a family business in the state of Washington now and for many years to come and take great pride in doing business the Brotherton Way.

Dr. Carver Gayton
Director, Northwest African Amercian Museum
Dr. Gayton’s career has involved him in various roles within the university, government and private sector. Currently the Director of the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle, Dr. Gayton was the previous Corporate Director of College and University Relations for The Boeing Company, in which time he created the award winning “school to career” program. In addition to an unparalleled professional career, Dr. Gayton has served on a wide variety of national, state and local boards.

Jacqueline L. Kotkins
Community Volunteer
Jackie Kotkins has been involved in volunteering her entire adult life. Her board service includes over twenty organizations, some of which include The Seattle Children’s Theatre, The Pacific Science Center, The Pacific Northwest Ballet, Epiphany School, Empty Space Theartre, UW School of Education Advisory Board, founding member and President of UW Dance Theatre, and The Moyer Foundation. Jackie has designed and chaired many events and has raised money for the Arts, Social Services, Health and Education. Jackie and husband Skip are the proud parents of Katie (23) and Joey (20).

Eddie Poplawski
Community Volunteer
Eddie Poplawski currently serves as the non-Executive Chairman of Anderson Daymon Worldwide. (ADW). ADW is Costco Wholesale’s in-house manufacturer’s rep firm. Eddie started working for ADW in 1993, became the company’s President in 1998 and served as the company’s CEO and sole owner from December 2001 through March 2005 when he successfully completed the sale of the company.

Prior to joining Anderson Daymon (1991-1993), Eddie was the General Manager of Cascade Cabinet Corporation in Woodinville, Washington which at the time was one of the largest manufacturers of modular kitchen and bathroom cabinets in the western United States.

From 1987 to 1990, Eddie worked as a real estate developer with Spieker Partners (now known as Equity Office Properties) in Menlo Park, California.

Eddie earned his undergraduate degrees (BA Economics and Human Biology) from Stanford University in 1981 and his MBA from Stanford’s Graduate School of Business in 1987.

Aside from his current role with Anderson Daymon, Eddie serves as a Board member on four privately held companies (Aegis Living – Redmond, Washington, Fast Water Heater - Kirkland, Washington, Fitness Anywhere - San Francisco, California and Front Porch Classics - Seattle, Washington) and two non-profit organizations (Bellevue Boys & Girls Club - Bellevue, Washington and The Moyer Foundation - Seattle, Washington).

Eddie makes his home in Bellevue, Washington where he enjoys spending his free time with his wife and three boys on baseball diamonds, soccer fields and basketball courts throughout the Puget Sound.

Bill Savoy
Former President, Vulcan Inc.
William Savoy is currently a consultant for the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, providing assistance with strategic planning, economic development and portfolio management. He also served in various capacities at Vulcan Inc., Paul Allen's organization, and its predecessor companies, from 1988 to September 2003. Most recently, he was the president of the portfolio and asset management division of Vulcan Inc., managing Vulcan's commercial real estate, hedge fund, treasury and other financial activities, and served as the president of both Vulcan Northwest and Vulcan Ventures.

From June 1989 until its sale in June 1990, Savoy was the president and chief executive officer of software company Layered, Inc., and was its chief financial officer from August 1988 to June 1989. Savoy is a director of Drugstore.Com and Bsquare Corp, both NASDAQ listed companies. He received a B.S. in computer science, accounting and finance from Atlantic Union College, South Lancaster, Mass.

David G. Roberts, MBA, CFP
Principal, Rainier Group
David G. Roberts is frequently quoted in business and trade publications because he brings clarity to the complex issues surrounding business and personal transition planning for owners of privately held companies.

David has assisted business owners with planning and case management at The Rainier Group for the past 15 years. An original member of The Rainier Group, David’s expertise is issues related to ownership and management, specifically business continuation and transitional strategies.

Prior to joining The Rainier Group, David was a senior project manager for Westinghouse Electric Corp. He received a B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Oregon State University and an M.B.A from the University of Washington. Dave is a Certified Financial Planner. Dave retains his license as a Professional Engineer. David is a member of the Board of Directors of the Alzheimer’s Association and is a member of Seattle Rotary.