The CL Strategic Team
Founder & Principal Consultant
Chris Langeler
A seasoned nonprofit leader, Chris is dedicated to advancing racial, social, environmental, and economic justice. With expertise in facilitation, change management, fundraising, public speaking, and strategic planning, Chris excels in elevating organizational capacity. He loves spending time in nature, doing hot yoga, playing music, and getting lost in a book with a cup of tea in-hand.
Operations Support
Layla Al-Jamal Judkins
she/her
As an experienced Development & Communications Professional, Layla has a proven track record in both the nonprofit and private sectors. Her skills span Arabic language proficiency, leadership, event planning, communications, and data analysis. She holds a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Seattle University, where she focused on honing my nonprofit management skills. She is deeply committed to advancing social, economic, and racial justice through her work.
Grants Manager
David Gates
he/him
David lives in Kenmore and is enthusiastic about working with nonprofits throughout Washington. He’s particularly passionate about programs that focus on housing, public education, and environmental issues. He holds an M.Ed. and has been working directly with nonprofits throughout the country since 2021. He spends his free time enjoying the outdoors of the Pacific Northwest, hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and camping.
Services Associate
Amanda Pile
she/her
Amanda, a Washington native, resides in Kitsap County and boasts a rich background in nonprofit work, particularly in mental and behavioral health. Starting with direct service, she progressively transitioned into administrative roles and specialized in data and analytics. Amanda holds a Master's degree in Communications, focusing on qualitative research, equipping her to help organizations maximize their resources effectively. Amanda enjoys cooking, gardening, and cycling with her partner outside of her professional life.
Manager of Capacity Building & Data
Licia Sahagun
she/they
Licia brings over a decade of nonprofit leadership experience to our team, having served in roles such as Executive Director, Deputy Director, and Board Chair. Her passion for outdoor education, climate and energy policy, and environmental justice has driven her work with organizations like Washington State Parks and Lewis & Clark Law School's Green Energy Institute, aligning closely with our commitment to community and equity-centered initiatives.
When not applying her expertise to enhance our clients' impact, Licia engages in outdoor educational programs and enjoys gardening, hiking, and camping. Her profound dedication and leadership are invaluable assets to our team and the communities we serve.
Design & Mission Support
Dani Gahl
she/her
Dani has years of experience in education, youth development, marketing, and nonprofit leadership. Her specialty is filling needs gaps, with a particular emphasis on visual communication. Her design work is coupled with a strong research component and utilizes data-backed methods for optimum engagement.