Welcoming our New Board Members

We’re thrilled to welcome three exceptional leaders to the Career Path Services Board of Directors! 🎉

• Richard Stirgus: A community-focused financial services leader, Richard brings years of expertise in banking, business development, and advocacy for underserved groups. His passion for financial empowerment and community engagement aligns perfectly with our mission.
• Tyler Ashby: A compassionate and skilled attorney, Tyler is dedicated to helping individuals overcome barriers to employment, particularly those impacted by the legal system. His commitment to equity and opportunity will strengthen our efforts.
• Christina Easton: A senior executive and entrepreneur with deep expertise in technology, FinTech, and corporate governance, Christina’s innovative perspective and leadership experience will help us achieve our strategic goals.

We’re excited to have them join us in making a lasting impact in workforce development and financial stability for our communities. Please join us in giving them a warm welcome!

Meet: Richard 
I’m Richard Stirgus, and my journey in financial services has been marked by determination, adaptability, and a strong commitment to empowering others. After graduating from the University of Nevada, Reno, I entered the banking world through a competitive branch manager training program. Over the years, I advanced through roles like teller, banker, service manager, and business banker, which built a well-rounded foundation in financial services. Eventually, I stepped into the role of Branch Manager, where I led teams and engaged with the community for over a decade. My transition to business banking allowed me to empower small businesses, guiding them toward their financial goals, and later, my passion for real estate grew as I helped families navigate the complexities of home financing. Today, as Vice President of Community Relations at TAPCO Credit Union, I focus on fostering community connections and advocating for financial independence, particularly for underserved groups. Joining the board of Career Path Services aligns perfectly with my commitment to financial empowerment and community engagement. I’m passionate about contributing to an organization that helps individuals overcome barriers to meaningful employment and provides the resources to build lasting financial stability. Career Path Services offers the opportunity to make a real impact, which is why I’m excited to bring my financial knowledge and community-focused perspective to the board. Outside of work, I find fulfillment in spending quality time with family and friends, and I also enjoy the occasional escape through video games. 
 
Meet: Tyler  
Tyler Ashby is a highly skilled and dedicated attorney with a strong expertise in Family Law and Criminal Defense. Born and raised in Arizona, Tyler moved to Tri-Cities, Washington in 2013, marking the beginning of an illustrious journey in the legal profession. He pursued higher education at Willamette College of Law in Salem, Oregon, graduating with a Juris Doctorate degree in January 2022. His passion for law was evident early on; before achieving his attorney status, he gained invaluable experience and insight into the legal world as a paralegal and law clerk. Tyler works with many individuals that have gone through the legal system and now find it hard to find employment due to a lack of skills or employers not willing to offer positions due to their history with the legal system. Seeing these individuals with hard work ethics and willingness to improve their lives by working and not being able to get a “foot in the door” is heartbreaking. A position with Career Path Services was a great opportunity for Tyler to pursue as it is an avenue for him to help an organization create employment opportunities for individuals that need help getting their “foot in the door.” 

Meet: Christina 
Christina Easton is a senior executive, entrepreneur, and executive advisor with 25+ years of leadership experience in technology and financial services, including roles at Microsoft, Cisco, and Avalara.   She has deep expertise in enterprise software, cloud/SaaS, FinTech, and global treasury operations. Christina has served on corporate subsidiary boards like Microsoft Global Finance Unlimited and Bank of America’s Client Advisory Board and is an advocate for gender equity as Co-Chair of 50/50 Women on Boards Seattle. She holds certifications in Blockchain Strategy from Oxford Saïd, certification in generative AI from Microsoft and is a Certified Prosci® Change Management Practitioner. Christina attended the University of Puget Sound and holds an MBA in Finance & Information Systems from Seattle University. She specializes in treasury management, international expansion, and corporate governance, consistently driving innovation and transformation across industries. Christina is proud to serve on the board of Career Path Services and be a member of the Audit/Finance Committee.