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Our People

Our people are the backbone of our organization. Together we address the urgent needs of our community as we work to build a more equitable future for all.

Leadership

Board

Staff

Leadership

Dr. Angela Griffin, Chief Executive Officer

As Byrd Barr Place’s CEO, Dr. Angela Griffin leads the organization in its pursuits to build an equitable Washington through innovative programs and advocacy. Angela is a relationship-builder with 30+ years of experience working with communities of color to advance racial justice in the social service and education sectors. Her commitment to trauma-informed practice has led to improved services for youth and better outcomes for populations whom society marginalizes. Most recently, Angela served as CEO of Launch in Seattle, a nonprofit dedicated to ensuring equitable access to the highest quality learning and care.

To further her dedication to supporting community well-being, Angela actively engages in volunteerism and public service. She is on several boards and advisory committees, including the Washington State Board of Education, Pathwaves WA, and the Woodland Park Zoo, among others. She holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership from Seattle University. Family is important to Angela, and she prioritizes spending time with her children and grandchildren. She also enjoys traveling internationally, cooking a variety of cultural foods, and reading.

Tiffany Kelly-Gray, Director of Strategic Initiatives

Tiffany Kelly-Gray leads Byrd Barr Place's prosperity work as Director of Strategic Initiatives, partnering with the CEO and executive team to move bold, community-centered strategies from vision to execution. She oversees cross-departmental initiatives spanning resource development, stakeholder engagement, advocacy, and data-driven program design all grounded in Byrd Barr Place's commitment to racial and economic justice for Black Washingtonians.

A dedicated changemaker, Tiffany brings extensive leadership experience in finance, banking, equity and inclusion, small business management, and UX design. She draws on her queer, Black-lived experience and small business owner lens to build structures and partnerships that reflect the real needs of the communities she serves. She sits on the boards of Bertschi School, The Northwest School, and The Central Area Collaborative. Outside of work, she's happiest in the forest, beside a river, with a bourbon neat
and a good book.

Wendy Armour, Director of Advancement

A Washington native from Pasco and raised primarily in Seattle, Wendy Armour earned a degree in Business Management from Grambling State University. She has over 35 years of professional experience, including pharmaceutical sales and nonprofit leadership.

Wendy is passionate about mentoring young women and girls through life-skills and STEM-focused programs, empowering them to embrace their potential. She also volunteers with the Children’s Institute for Learning Differences, the National Black MBA Association, and other youth and women’s organizations, working to diversify the STEM workforce. In her free time, Wendy enjoys spending time with her loving husband and son.