CORINNE M. TOBECK 9513 Delphi Road SW • Olympia, WA 98512 • (360) 352-1835 Home • (360) 790-2829 Cell Phone

OBJECTIVE

Obtain appointment as Thurston County Commissioner, District 3.

EXPERIENCE

LEWIS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Board Liaison – 2007 to Present Represents the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) at many levels, addressing the public, working with committees, meeting with local, state and federal representatives and elected officials. Established and maintains relationships and communications between all levels of government, the Tribe and the community. Orchestrates, coordinates, and advises the BOCC on selected tasks and projects. Oversees the development of policies and procedures submitted to BOCC for approval. Provides support and advice to the BOCC and works with other elected officials and executive staff as a member of the executive management team. Worked to reactivate the Law & Justice Committee, formalized the Public Defender Program, helped establish the Transportation Strategy Council, and the Flood Authority. Track ongoing projects and legislation, respond to citizen concerns and complaints, and serve as the Board’s Public Information Officer. WEST OLYMPIA BUSINESS ASSOCIATION (WOBA) Executive Director – 2005 to 2007 Managed day-to-day operations of the Association. Answered to an 11-member Board of Directors. Promoted membership, budget development, and financial record keeping. Coordinated meetings, represented the Association in the community, and served as a liaison to local and state government. Successfully opened the communication link between business and government. TUMWATER AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Executive Director – 2003 to 2007 Managed day-to-day operations of the Chamber, planned and organized programs and networking opportunities for members and the business community. Maintained awareness of governmental programs, tax initiatives and activities affecting business. Developed a positive link between government and business, conducted legislative forums and a variety of other programs to keep members informed. Promoted membership; worked with the media, and the board of directors. Hired, trained and supervised employees and volunteers. Prepared budgets, answered to a 17-member Board of Directors, served as a liaison to Chamber committees, local government and businesses. Wrote several white papers, newsletter articles, and letters to the editor and others. GOVERNMENT BUILDING OWNERS & LESSORS ASSOCIATION (GBOLA) Executive Director – 1998 to 2007 Managed day-to-day operations of the Association. Answered to a 12-member Board of Directors. Promoted membership, budget development, and financial record keeping, coordinated meetings, represented the Association throughout the State of Washington, and served as a liaison to local and state government. Worked with lobbyist on legislative issues and worked with a diverse board of directors including Regular Members (i.e., property and building owners, managers and developers), and Associate Members (i.e., contractors, locksmiths, architects, property managers, landscapers, janitors, et. al.). Developed and maintained a website to help keep members informed across-the-state of issues and training affecting their industry.

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EXPERIENCE CONTINUED

TOBECK EVENT PLANNING Owner/Consultant – 1990 to Present Planned, organized and coordinated all aspects of special events (i.e., air shows, conferences, seminars, meetings, community forums, neighborhood focus groups, service programs, reunions, dinners, tours, and parties). Contracted with government and private sector to do recording services and prepared transcripts of meetings. Wrote and edited newsletter articles for private industry. Conducted seminars on writing business and query letters, time and stress management, strategic planning, and other topics as requested. TUMWATER SCHOOL DISTRICT Board Member – 1988 to 2005 Responsible for meeting the educational needs of students, communicating practices and needs to the general public, legislature and media. Also responsible for evaluating, making recommendations, and determining appropriate action on all aspects of school district operations, (i.e., strategic planning, curriculum, transportation, food service, facilities development, construction, the annual budget, levy and bonding elections, hiring and evaluating the superintendent, appointing personnel, determining salary schedules, adopting regulations, and handling legal actions). Testified before the State Board of Education regarding K-12 education and the New Market Vocational Skills Center. Participated on a variety of state and local educational panels, and served terms as both President and Vice-President. Also served on numerous committees. (This was an elected position.) SOUTH PUGET SOUND AIR SHOW Executive Director – 1994 to 1999 Established the non-profit corporation. Wrote articles of incorporation, bylaws, and established board of directors. Responsible for overall planning and organization of regional air show; public relations; recruitment and supervision of 200+ volunteers; budget development and fund raising. Selected professional acts; developed marketing strategies; worked with media, FAA, Department of Defense, Port of Olympia, local government, and police and fire personnel to ensure smooth operation and successful air show. (This was a volunteer position.) SOUTH PUGET SOUND COMMUNITY COLLEGE LEISURE EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR – 1998 THURSTON REGIONAL PLANNING COUNCIL (TRPC) Recording Secretary – 1997 to 1999 Record and prepare official minutes for the TRPC. Coordinate meeting schedules/agendas, work with a diverse group of individuals (politicians, professional and non-professionals) perform secretarial and other duties, as requested. WASHINGTON STATE SCHOOL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION (WSSDA) Board and Association Member – 1998 to 2005 Member of Board of Directors 2000-2003 represented Region 5 (Thurston, Mason, Lewis, Pacific, and Grays Harbor Counties). Maintained open communication with members regarding educational issues. Planned, coordinated and conducted semi-annual regional meetings throughout Region 5. Served as a member and vice-chair of WSSDA Finance Committee. THURSTON COUNTY SCHOOL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION Past President, Secretary, and Association Member – 1988 to 2005 Conducted meetings, set agendas, scheduled guest speakers, prepared and distributed minutes, represented the Association at a variety of functions.

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CITY OF OLYMPIA Personnel Assistant, Legal and Administrative Secretary – 1972 to 1987 Developed and implemented policies/procedures; interviewed, hired and counseled personnel. Administered exams, conducted salary and benefit surveys, training seminars; planned and scheduled guest speakers for special meetings. Established programs, served on boards/committees, and coordinated social activities. Provided secretarial and research services for the city attorney, worked in the finance department and staffed the Law Enforcement Officer & Fire Fighter (LEOFF) Disability Board. Planned and coordinated two Washington State LEOFF Pension Conferences, one in Kennewick and the other in Port Angeles. Worked with all LEOFF employees, coordinated benefits, paid medical bills, resolved billing disputes between medical facilities, medicare, clients, and the City’s insurance agent.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SPECIAL TRAITS • Successful, innovative, creative and hard working home-based business owner • Ability to oversee all agency operations, assure that government, contractual and

regulatory obligations are met, and interact with public and funding sources • Extensive experience coordinating and organizing a variety of special events, managing

all hotel-related logistics and working with the business community • Broad-range of knowledge pertaining to community needs and structures (i.e., youth-at-

risk; education; profit and non-profit organizations; local, county and state government; transportation, planning and land use development; water quality; etc.)

• Extremely well organized – able to organize any program or event • Strong leadership skills and demonstrated team player • Skilled in team building, motivating others and creating a progressive work environment • Strong written and oral communication skills • Proven skills in recruiting, working with, and leading volunteers of all ages/backgrounds • Skilled in conducting training programs • Proven skills in conflict resolution, recognizing and creatively solving problems • Demonstrated interest in and commitment to serving low-income and disadvantaged

families • Demonstrated interest in and commitment to serving and working with senior citizens • Experience working with Alzheimer and geriatric patients • Knowledge of programs and services available to senior citizens • Community activist and volunteer • Goal setter and goal achiever • Genuinely fun loving and hard working • Believe in and practice life-long learning!

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EDUCATION

US CHAMBER INSTITUTE Completed two of four year Continuing Education Program – 2006 & 2007 A four-year course of study designed by experts in association, chamber, and nonprofit management. Graduates of Institute receive the IOM recognition, signifying completion of 96 hours of course instruction. LEADERSHIP WSSDA Washington State School Directors Association – Graduated 1999, Trustee Award An advanced leadership training program focused on leadership in education and embodied the philosophy of trustee leadership. Challenged board members to become influential leaders to ensure effective public school governance resulting in quality public education. THE EVERGREEN STATE COLLEGE Bachelor’s Degree – 1989 Participated in the Management in the Public Interest (MPI) program with strong emphasis on business, management and international trade. INTERNATIONAL MARITIME TRADE PERSPECTIVES Port of Seattle – 1989 Intensive six-week certificated program covering international trade and transportation. SOUTH PUGET SOUND COMMUNITY COLLEGE Associate of Arts Degree with Emphasis on Business – 1987

REFERENCES

RON AVERILL, LEWIS COUNTY COMMISSIONER CHEHALIS, WA (360) 740-1283 OFFICE KATHLEEN EUSSEN, LEWIS COUNTY HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR CHEHALIS, WA (360) 740-2774 OFFICE JIM MORRIS, MPH HOLDINGS (WOBA/GBOLA) OLYMPIA, WA (360) 570-8515 OFFICE / (360) 239-1740 CELL JOHN DREBICK, DREBICK INVESTMENTS (GBOLA/WOBA) OLYMPIA, WA (360) 943-4340 OFFICE DAVE BILLS, WSECU (TUMWATER CHAMBER) OLYMPIA, WA (360) 943-7911 X10111 OFFICE / (253) 318-3461 CELL