Sheila Ater Capestany

Sheila Ater Capestany currently serves as the Director of the Children, Youth, and Young Adult Division at King County, WA, where responsibilities include representing local government partners on issues affecting children and youth, guiding collaboration among stakeholders, and leading the Best Starts for Kids initiative focused on prevention and early intervention. With extensive experience in various leadership roles, including Executive Director at Open Arms Perinatal Services and Adjunct Professor at Seattle University, Sheila has also worked as a Strategic Advisor for the City of Seattle, managing significant human services investments and policy frameworks. Academic credentials include a Masters of Public Health and a Master of Social Work from the University of Washington, along with a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from Whitman College. Specializations encompass board development, multiculturalism, communication, and conflict resolution.