MAYOR KELLI CURTIS

City of Kirkland

Mayor Curtis was appointed to the Council in February 2019 and elected to her first term in November 2019. She was re-elected to her second term in 2023 and selected by her colleagues to serve as Mayor in 2024 and again in 2026.

Prior to becoming a Councilmember, Curtis served on the City of Kirkland Park Board (appointed in 2015) as Vice Chair, the Houghton Community Council (appointed in 2016), and the Kirkland Housing Strategy Advisory Group (appointed in 2017(.

Mayor Curtis worked for most of her career in the technology industry as a product manager for companies such as Aldus and Starwave (acquired by Adobe and Disney, respectively). At Starwave, she was hired to develop the Encyclopedia of Rock and Roll and later enjoyed collaborations with Clint Eastwood, Ralph Steadman, and Sting.

DR. ROBERT BEATTEY

Fairfax Behavioral Health

Dr. Robert Beattey is a distinguished behavioral health leader, clinical psychologist, and attorney whose accomplished career spans neuropsychology, civil and criminal assessment, professional ethics, and healthcare leadership, with a strong focus on evidence-based decision-making.

Recognized as an Outstanding Neuropsychologist by the American Board of Neuropsychology in 2025, he has made significant contributions to forensic psychology, clinical training, and behavioral health administration. He has held leadership appointments at three Washington hospitals, including Fairfax Behavioral Health, where he previously served as Chief Operating Officer and Chief of Psychology.

Dr. Beattey has also held faculty positions with the University of California Davis School of Medicine and Arizona State University.

As the President of Northwest University, Dr. Johnson is a proud product of the Pacific Northwest and of Northwest University himself.

DR. JEREMY JOHNSON

Northwest University

As the President of Northwest University, Dr. Johnson is a proud product of the Pacific Northwest and of Northwest University himself.

Dr. Johnson has earned a B.A. from Northwest University, M.A. from Global University, and an Ed.D. from Southeastern University. Over the years, he has served as a youth pastor for eight years, a full-time

public school assembly speaker for five years, and later served as the lead pastor of North Point Church in Springfield, Missouri. After 13 years in local church leadership, he returned to Northwest University, and in the fall of 2025, became the seventh president.

His focus is creating an environment where students can discern their calling and be equipped to live it out. He and Leanne, married in 1997, have two daughters, Janaya and Sydney, and enjoy family game nights, Mexican food, and time spent with students or on the pickleball court.

What Others Are Saying

"A great event hosted by the Kirkland Chamber. We learned about the plans for the first fringe festival to be held in the city (yeah for the arts!), the city's continued efforts to entice the Kraken to make their home base on the Eastside, and the challenges of running a locally owned non-profit hospital like Evergreen. Good food, great speakers, and really nice people at my table."

Rebecca Pixley, Sisu Social Media on Instagram

"Staying up to date on what's coming down the pipeline with Kirkland's growth and economy."

Celeste Cummings, Celeste Cummings Real Estate on Instagram

"What an amazing event! It was really special because there were so many people in the room; you could feel the heart of the Mayor talking about the city. It was incredible. The City of Kirkland is doing some amazing things. I really had a great time! And if you haven't joined a Kirkland Chamber event yet, you need to go. They are fantastic!"

Sarah Eno, Sound Medical Weight Loss on Instagram

Don't Miss This Conversation

Be in the room where Kirkland's future is being discussed. Seats are limited. Secure yours today.