2021 October Luncheon at the Communtiy Center

Our Caterer is Avenue Catering, our speaker is Sara Young with the Port of Skagit.

Sara Young, Port of Skagit

Sara Young is the new Executive Director of the Port of Skagit.  Sara has been with the Port for 14 years, serving in a variety of roles including Planning & Environmental Manager, Airport Manager and Director of Planning and Facilities.  She holds a Master’s degree in Soil Science from the University of Idaho, and earned her MBA from Washington State University.  

Growing up in Marblemount, and then working in environmental and conservation fields early in her career has given Sara a deep appreciation for the landscape of our valley and its future.  Her experience with economic development, and specifically her work in rural broadband on the local and state levels, has equipped her with both the understanding and motivation to bring even more opportunities to Skagit County businesses and residents.

Sara is excited to lead the diverse work of the Port of Skagit, which includes the operations and advancement of Skagit Regional Airport, Bayview Business Park, La Conner Marina, the SWIFT Center, Watershed Business Park, the Port’s property in Conway, as well as opportunities in rural broadband and value-added agriculture.