Meet our team

Matthew Klifman is the Financial Sales Manager at First Citizens Bank in Lacey with 20 years of experience in banking. Matthew has been serving Thurston County businesses since 2008. He is engaged with All Kids Win as a Board Member, volunteer, and delivery driver. A graduate of Leadership Thurston County class of 2016, in 2024 he joined the Thurston EDC Center for Business & Innovation as a Board Member.

Matthew’s diverse experience, expert partners, and national resources allow him to identify, analyze and resolve most industry challenges quickly, resulting in saving time and money for his clients.

I was born in Yakima, Washington, and raised in Littlerock and Tumwater. I graduated from Tumwater High School. After high school, I went to South Puget Sound Community College and graduated first with an AA and then an ATA in Paralegal Studies in the first graduating class. I worked as a paralegal for 11 years before switching careers to the funeral business. I’ve been in the funeral business for 26 years, and really enjoy helping families during this difficult time.

I’ve been involved with All Kids Win as their Secretary since 2019. I grew up in a household where wearing mainly hand-me-down clothes and having friends share their lunches with me was a normal thing. I’m passionate about AKW and helping students have a better chance of success, no matter what their home life is.

After obtaining her BA in Broadcast Communications from Western Washington University and her Master’s Degree from City University, Lisa spent over twenty years in media sales and sales management in radio, television, newspaper and online advertising. She has experience managing multi-million dollar advertising and marketing budgets.

In 2007, she changed her career focus and entered the insurance industry, opening her own American Family Insurance Agency. 2012 brought about another change as she returned to the corporate side of insurance as a District Sales Manager, giving her the opportunity to coach and guide individual agency business owners to financial success.

She is currently semi-retired, still holding an active WA Real Estate Broker license and helping friends and families purchase and sell homes in WA, CT and ME since 1988. She is an active member of the All Kids Win Board, serving as Program Operations Chair and School Contact Coordinator. She has been married to Dave for over 36 years and has four children and five grandchildren. In her spare time she loves doing anything outdoors.

I am the Vice President/County Manager at Thurston County Title, where I oversee the daily operations of title, escrow and staff. I have been married to my husband Brian for over 38 years and have two children and one grandchild. When not at work you can find me spending time camping and traveling with my family and friends.

One of my favorite sayings is “It takes a village to raise a child!” With a compassionate spirit and love for this community, it brings me great joy to be a part of an organization that makes a difference each and every day.

Christina Janis is a Broker with Epic Realty, Inc. (REALTOR designations: C2EX, ABR, VAMRES), now in her 11th year as a Broker/REALTOR.

Married to my awesome hubby for 36 years, we have 3 beautiful grown daughters, 2 wonderful sons-in-law, a very spoiled Great Dane named Murphy and 4 grand “furbabies.” I love volunteering and making our communities safe and welcoming to all. When I have free time, hiking and kayaking are my go-to hobbies. I love traveling too (Cannon Beach and the mountains of Montana are my happy places) and am always up for wine tasting with my friends!

Aaron has been married to his lovely wife Josette for close to 25 years. They have two wonderful now-adult kids. Aaron grew up in Lynden, WA, but met Josette in Prescott, AZ after serving in the US Navy. The family moved here a few years back after a vacation turned into a permanent move.

In his spare time, you will likely catch Aaron out on a river or lake or out hiking with his family. Aaron has been an insurance agent since 2014, specializing in personal lines and life insurance. He received his LUTCF designation in 2018 and is licensed in Washington, Oregon and Arizona for both personal lines and commercial insurance.

In 2020 when I saw AKW in action handing out food bags to many kids at our school, Salish Middle School, my heart had to know more. Right away I got the opportunity to join a bagging party where I could see how many volunteers it took to make this happen every single week.

Being a mother to four of my own kids, I was so grateful to know there was an organization helping kids make it through the weekend with full bellies. Thankfully we are able to support All Kids Win by volunteering and I joined the board. As a local business owner, getting connected to the community matters to me! Finding ways to help youth be successful is so important. I love being a part of a community that focuses on real help for youth!

Jordan has been a dedicated Realtor at Coldwell Banker since 2019, and was honored with the “30 Under 30” award from Coldwell Banker International. Beyond his real estate career, Jordan is a passionate musician who plays seven instruments and has performed both nationally and internationally. As a native of Olympia, he is deeply committed to his community, actively participating in several nonprofits, and firmly believes in the importance of giving back.

As the Sales Manager and Loan Officer for the Mortgage department at 1st Security Bank in Lacey, WA, I am dedicated to helping first-time homebuyers and veterans achieve their dream of homeownership. In addition to assisting families with their mortgage needs, I devote my time to collaborating with local nonprofits to raise funds for our community’s enrichment.

I have lived in Olympia for the last 28 years, am married with 1 son, 1 bonus son, and 2 dogs. I am on the Board of Directors for both Thurston County Realtors Association and All Kids Win, and a member of 100 Women Who Care, Lacey South Sound Chamber, Thurston Chamber, Olympia Master Builders, Professional Women in Building, and Lacey Rotary.

The mission of All Kids Win holds great significance for me. I am passionate about ensuring that no child goes hungry, so children can focus on their education and future success.

Megan Zahringer is a dedicated real estate professional and passionate community advocate. A mom of two, she is deeply involved in her children’s school and sports activities. Megan serves on the board of All Kids Win and volunteers throughout the community to create opportunities and resources for young people. Raised in the Pacific Northwest, Megan cherishes the region’s unique offerings and is dedicated to making it a better place for all.

I grew up in Olympia, attended Griffin School K-8, Capital High School and Western Washington University. I’ve been married since 1988. My husband and I raised two incredible daughters and are proud grandparents to four amazing grandchildren.

I’ve been a real estate professional since 2005. Seeing little old Olympia grow and change over the years has been crazy. I’m excited to give back to the community and there isn’t a better place to do that than All Kids Win.