Allison Parks is a fifth-generation Laird Norton family member who began serving as LNC’s Family President in 2014 after her previous career in teaching and school administration. Allison serves as a director on the board, Chairman of the Family Council Committee, and oversees communications for the 500-member family. She manages the development of family programs focused on education, responsible company stewardship, and annual shareholder events. In addition, Allison is a director of the board for the Laird Norton Family Foundation, an organization she has served for many years. Born and raised in Southern California, Allison graduated from UCLA and earned her Master’s degree at Occidental