Our Mission:

As a creative cooperative, we give voice to the silenced and amplify the stories from our thriving communities around the Puget Sound region.

We amplify the voices of real people through an arts-focused lens—because the arts are life. By weaving together the stories of rising underground artists, uncovering new creative experiences, and celebrating arts, culture, and more as vital parts of daily life, we connect our communities to the soul of the Puget Sound region.

Let’s explore what’s waiting to be discovered.

THE CREATIVE CO-OP

  • Michael Baldovino

    Writer

  • Raegan Ballard-Gennrich

    Writer

  • Nicole Bearden

    Writer

  • Samuel Brown

    Writer

  • Izzy Christman

    Writer

  • Parker Dean

    Writer

  • Andrzej Montaño

    Photographer

  • Andre Stackhouse

    Andre Stackhouse

    Writer

  • Jocelyne Booth

    Writer

  • Gray Harrison

    Writer

  • Maxwell Meier

    Writer

  • Nisha Karanam

    Writer

  • Zach Youngs

    Writer

  • JeLisa Marshall

    Writer

  • Calista Robbins

    Writer

  • David Quicksall

    Writer

Meet the Core Team

  • Mary headshot

    Mary Adner

    EDITORIAL DIRECTOR

    I herd cats and polish words. Pleased as punch to be on the Echo team and to amplify the silenced or unheard.

  • Rachel headshot

    Rachel Glass

    OPERATIONS MANAGER

    My undying advocacy and love for the arts safeguards our mission by keeping it front and center. I make sure our writers have everything they need to create their best work.

  • Michael Hansen

    COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

    I create engaging content, foster community interaction, and strategize digital growth across the Echo platforms. From showcasing our talented writers to sparking conversations, I aim to bring creativity and connection to every post.

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