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Doni

Donilyn Hunter-Sallustio is the Director of Operations at The Advocates, where she has been an integral part of the team since 2014. Originally from Los Angeles, she now calls rainy Seattle her home and has found a way to love the city despite its lack of sunshine. With her educational background, which includes a major in Political Science from the University of Washington, and an MBA from the Foster School of Business, Donilyn has a deep understanding of the business side of the legal industry and the importance of advocating for those who need it most.

Growing up playing sports, Donilyn learned the value of determination, perseverance, and teamwork. She found the most rewarding wins were when she was the underdog, overcoming obstacles and proving herself against the odds. This drive and dedication led her to a career in the legal industry, where she now uses her skills to support the team and ensure that clients receive the best possible representation and outcome.

https://www.advocateslaw.com/attorneys/donilyn-hunter-sallustio/
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Ken

In 2004, Kenneth Bills and Matthew Driggs opened The Advocates in Seattle with a primary focus on client value and service. Ken believes strongly that a sizable law firm can be as effective at litigation as any boutique litigation firm, while also having the ability to serve large numbers of clients across Washington and Oregon. The Advocates holds these values at the center of its approach to each client’s case. If each individual is treated as though they’re the only client the firm has, everyone is better off.

Kenneth and Donilyn Hunter-Sallustio (“Ken and Doni”) carefully cultivate the firm’s team to match these standards of service, both to our clients and our community. These core values are how every team member who works for Ken and Doni are evaluated – creating a culture designed to exceed client expectations and deliver outstanding results.

https://www.advocateslaw.com/attorneys/kenneth-bills/

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Carita Hall and Deon Abdullah

Deon and Caritta, the founders of Holistic Coalition NW, a wellness center focused on integrating touch therapy and mental health into community life. 

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Colleen Constant and Isaiah Ruffin

Isaiah, an East Coaster, and Colleen, a Midwesterner, first crossed paths in Colorado, bonding over their shared love for beer and pizza—a connection that sparked the creation of Project Pizza. After relocating to Seattle last year, they began exploring Roman-style pizza for their future brick-and-mortar location. And now, here we are! Pizza By Ruffin is proudly Black-owned, woman-owned, veteran-owned, and, of course, chef-owned. Our pizza breaks away from tradition, inviting you to step outside your comfort zone and savor bold, exciting flavors deeply influenced by the Black diaspora.

https://www.instagram.com/projectpizzaco/?igsh=bHF6amd1cGpwaGN6

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Fancy Vargas

Franchesca Vargas, known to many as Fancy, is a proud Afro-Latina and the daughter of immigrant parents. Raised on the East Coast, she is a wife and mother of four beautiful children. At Elevate PR Management, the team is dedicated to helping small businesses streamline operations and diversify for financial success. They emphasize creating opportunities for artists, specializing in social media consultations, project management, PR, and event coordination. While they enjoy working with new clients, their primary focus is on supporting the BIPOC community. Franchesca also runs CULTIVATE, P.R.I.S.M., Hatchery Co-op, and Black Love Market. 

https://www.instagram.com/elevateprm_/

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Malia Razzaia

Malia Razzaia is the executive director of Dress For Success Seattle as well as a Commissioner for the Washington State Women’s Commission as appointed by Govenor Jay Inslee. Born and raised in the Midwest, Malia has made Seattle her home and the destination for all of her advocacy work.

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Taylor Deline

Taylor Deline is a local Washington author, speaker and the founder of Held Hope, a mental health non-profit. Taylor has a passion for igniting positive change through education and encouragement. You can often find her choreographing a high school musical, picking up a shift at her local coffee shop or on a walk with a friend.

https://www.heldhope.org/

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