Meet The Team

Program Director

Matilda Jurdal Thulin

Matilda was born and raised in Sweden but moved permanently to the US two years ago. Matilda has a bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Sciences and has prior experience in the social worker field as both Governmental Case Manager and Group Home Assistant for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 

Matilda started her role as BISNF's Program Coordinator in August 2021. As of recent she is now the Program Director.

Program Assistant

Angelica Wakid

Angelica was born and raised on Bainbridge Island and has a background in childcare and being a teacher’s assistant at the Madrona Waldorf School in Winslow. Angelica has a bachelor's degree in Human Services and also has experience working with individuals with both physical and intellectual disabilities at Easter Seals camp and within foster care in Seattle.

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Angelica started her role as BISNF's Program Assistant in September 2021.

President

Jessie Carver

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Treasurer

Rob Carver

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Board Member

Lori Marten

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Board Member

Monique Fox

Monique Fox live in Poulsbo with her husband Ron and her son David. Monique's daughter, Victoria is currently attending graduate school in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.  Monique grew up on the East coast but have called Poulsbo home for more than 25 years now. David has been a participant at BISNF for almost ten years so Monique has seen the organization change and grow.

In addition to Monique's role as a parent of an adult with special needs she bring a variety of work and leadership experiences to the table. She is currently working as a Middle School Math Instructor for NK Schools. Prior to that Monique was a Resource Room Special Educator at NK High School.  Monique has also worked as a contractor for Developmental Disabilities and for Holly Ridge Center, our local Birth to Three provider.

Board Member

Annalisa Sanchez

Annalisa joined the BISNF board in summer of 2022. She currently serves as the Associate Principal of Woodward Middle School and the Social, Emotional, Learning Coordinator of Bainbridge Island School District.

Annalisa is a former Special Education teacher and brings the social, emotional, behavioral well-being lense to supporting our Stephen’s House members. 

Board Member

Shane Miramontez

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