Appointed to Ryther's Board of Trustees in February 2024

DJ Wilson has a long professional history with Ryther.  He was a consultant to Ryther under both Lee Grogg and Karen Brady. In this capacity, he and his team helped Ryther with strategy, government relations, marketing, and business development.

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His professional consulting experience includes working with several child welfare organizations including Childhaven, YMCA, and the re-establishment of the Washington Association for Children and Families.  Additionally, he has been a consultant to several government and healthcare organizations.

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He and his wife, Karianna, have owned several small businesses. They currently lead a coaching clinic business helping coaches at the high school and college levels learn their craft. His business has a particular focus on developing coaches’ skills to support mental health, leadership, culture, and softer skills beyond their sport.

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DJ and Karianna have three children, all still at home, but soon to be on their way to college.

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DJ’s long history with Ryther, knowledge of the behavioral healthcare industry, and small business owner experience suit him well to be a member of the Ryther Board of Trustees.