President

Emily Nugen graduated from Eastern Washington University in 2016, and since has been working in Industrial Rehabilitation Field and currently works Olympic Sport and Spine. She fell in love with the WOTA Community the first time she became involved as a student in 2014. Since then Emily has moved from a volunteer to a member of the Conference Committee and helps manage Social Media, Volunteers, and more. Emily enjoys all the networking opportunities WOTA has offered her over the years! In her free time Emily enjoys cooking, crafting, spending time with her husband, Son, and some graphic design.

 

 

Past President

 

President Angela Bosse is an Occupational Therapist that currently works at Bellevue School District. She has previously worked in Academia, School Districts, and in Rehab facilities. She has previous held positions on the Executive Board as VP and Continuing Education Chair. She graduated from Pacific University with her Masters in 2004.

 

 

Vice President

Currently open email president@wota.org if interested. 

 

 

Secretary

Scott Bowen is a COTA/L currently working in the pain management and brain injury rehab programs at Rehabilitation Institute of Washington in Seattle. He also currently serves as an executive board member of HeadStrong, a local organization supporting survivors of brain injury and their families. Prior to joining RIW he worked in industrial rehab and work hardening. He loves helping people realize their full potential and return to the activities that are meaningful to them. Scott graduated in 2020 receiving his Degree from the Occupational Therapy Assistant program at Lake Washington Institute of Technology and is pursuing a Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS) certificate.

 

 

Treasurer

Vice President Nichole Webber is an Occupational Therapist currently working in an outpatient clinic serving all ages in Spokane. She previously worked in an outpatient pediatric setting. Nichole graduated from Eastern Washington University with her Masters in 2016.

 

 

 

OTA Representative

OTA Representative Rachel Jones graduated from Green River College in 2023 and has been working as a licensed COTA with babies and toddlers in early intervention ever since.  In addition to her associate degree in occupational therapy, Rachel holds a BA from Gonzaga University and an MA with honors from the University of New Mexico and brings her wide-ranging experience in academia, the arts, and the business world along with her passion for supporting parents and families to her work and to the OT community.  Rachel is a Washington native and currently resides in Federal Way with her husband and two children where they spend most of their free time watching and playing almost every sport, building Lego-creations, camping, and enjoying silly family dance parties.  As a student, Rachel volunteered on the WOTA conference committee and looks forward to expanding her support of the OT community in Washington as the OTA representative to Executive Board

 

Continuing Education Chair

Makenna Donaldson graduated of EWU’s class of 2021. With a passion for acute care and inpatient rehabilitation, she has dedicated herself to making a positive impact in the lives of patients. Currently residing in Watcheanee, WA, Makenna finds solace in the simple joys of life. When she’s not immersed in her career, you can often find her lost in the pages of a good book, exploring the great outdoors, or cherishing moments with her boyfriend. An enthusiast of home improvement, she takes pleasure in transforming her new home into a cozy haven. Makenna’s dedication to both her profession and personal pursuits exemplifies her vibrant and balanced approach to life.

 

Past Continuing Education Chair

Stephanie Brubach graduated from Pima Medical Institute in 2014. She has worked as a pediatric OTA in the school districts and private outpatient clinic, currently back with the schools with Kent School District. She has been involved with WOTA since 2012 as a student volunteer followed by becoming a board member in 2015 as OTA Representative then Membership Chair.  In her spare time, Stephanie enjoys reading, crafting and spending time with her husband and three young boys. She looks forward to continuing her journey and being part of the wonderful WOTA team.

 

Legislative Chair

LC chair Trish Toole is an Occupational Therapist working for Rehab Without Walls as well as running Clear Path Occupational Therapy, her private practice. She has previously led the seating and assistive technology clinic at PROVAIL, worked in early intervention and pediatrics. She teaches and consults in the areas of 24-7 Postural Care Management, Seating and Wheeled Mobility, and transition age clients. Trish is an ATP and active member of RESNA and co-chair of the 24-7 PCM SIG. She graduated from University of Puget Sound with her MSOT in 2005 and Pacific University with her MAT in 1994.

Legislative Chair Elect

LC Chair Elect David Cacanindin, OTD, OTR/L, CFNIP is a graduate of Pacific University in Portland, OR.  After years working in critical care, David now runs a telehealth executive dysfunction and mental health practice, is a professional ice hockey referee, and performs music locally.  In his spare time, David volunteers with WOTA’s Legislative Committee, 350 Seattle, and Tree Action Seattle.  He gets around town on a bicycle and is most at-home on mountain summits at sunrise.

Membership Chair

 

Membership Chair Chelsea Champion graduated from Washington University in St. Louis with an MSOT in 2022. She currently practices in the acute care setting and previously spent time working in outpatient pediatrics. She is passionate about advocating for the occupational therapy profession. In her spare time, she strikes occupational balance through reading, traveling, and being outdoors.

Budget and Audit Chair

Paul Campell

 

Washington AOTA Representative

Mary Spores, OTR/L is currently the Washington State Delegate to the AOTA Representative Assembly. She has served on the Washington State Occupational Therapy Practice Board since 2019. Mary works at Pacific Rehabilitation Centers where she has practiced since moving to WA in 2005. Previously, she resided in CA and worked in outpatient and industrial rehabilitation settings. She has served on the Professionals in Workers Compensation Board between 2018 and 2022. Mary is also currently pursuing her post professional doctoral degree in occupational therapy.

 

 

Student Representatives

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