Loria Yeadon Listed Among the Puget Sound Business Journal Power100

Seattle, WA – November 4, 2024 – The YMCA of Greater Seattle is proud to announce that Loria Yeadon, our esteemed President and CEO, has been listed among the prestigious Puget Sound Business Journal Power100. This accolade recognizes Loria's exceptional leadership and her unwavering commitment to community service and social responsibility. 

Loria Yeadon has led the YMCA of Greater Seattle since 2019 and is the first woman and first person of color serving as CEO in the organization's 148-year history. She has led many important changes that have improved the lives of many people and families in the Puget Sound region.  Her commitment to whole person health, belonging, and equity and justice for all has been essential in advancing the Y’s mission, equity statement, and values for the benefit of our community. 

The Puget Sound Business Journal Power100 celebrates the top 100 most influential business leaders in the Puget Sound region. Loria's inclusion in this elite group is a testament to her outstanding contributions and the positive change she has spearheaded within our organization and beyond. 

"We are thrilled to see Loria Yeadon recognized for her remarkable achievements and her tireless efforts to make a difference in our community," said Alison Prince, Board of Directors Chair at the YMCA of Greater Seattle. "Her leadership inspires us all, and this award is a well-deserved acknowledgment of her impact." 

The official announcement and celebration of the Power100 recipients took place on November 8, 2024, at a special event hosted by the Puget Sound Business Journal. We invite our community to join us in congratulating Loria Yeadon on this significant honor. 

For more information about the Puget Sound Business Journal Power100 and the upcoming event, please visit their website. 

Loria Yeadon’s Honors, Awards, Recognitions 

• Puget Sound Business Journal Power 100, 2024 

• Crystal Eagle Leadership Award, Tabor 100 Gala, 2024 

• Thelma Dewitty Trailblazer Award, presented by the Martin Luther King Commemoration Continuation Committee, 2024 

• Women of Influence Honoree, Puget Sound Business Journal, 2021 

• Recipient of the Largest Investment in YGS History from MacKenzie Scott ($18M) 

• Female Founders Alliance Champions Awards, Role Model Category, August 2020 

• Led YGS’ acquisition of Nexus Youth & Families to serve young people experiencing homelessness and in need of housing and mental and behavioral health supports 

• Acquired 2100 acres of lakefront property at Mineral Lake near Mt Rainier to establish YGS’ first new camp in 100 years 

• Diversity Award, American Intellectual Property Association, October 2019 

• Appointed to serve on Governor Inslee’s Social Supports Leaders Advisory Group for Washington state (2020 -2022) 

• Featured in IAM Strategy 300 among an elite group of IP thought leaders (2012 – 2024) 

About the YMCA of Greater Seattle 

The YMCA of Greater Seattle is the Northwest’s leading nonprofit organization, strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Founded in 1876, the Y reaches more than 200,00 people of all backgrounds, abilities, and financial circumstances annually through 13 branches, three overnight camp properties, and more than 200 program sites throughout King, south Snohomish, and Lewis counties. The Y nurtures more than 97,000 kids and teens to develop their gifts and give back to our community and engages thousands of volunteers who contribute hundreds of thousands of hours of service each year. Visit seattleymca.org.