Miguel Pérez-Gibson

Miguel Pérez-Gibson arrived in Washington State from California when he enlisted in the United States Coast Guard. Miguel has had a long and varied career in Washington State Government. Starting as a field forester and ultimately Deputy Supervisor for the Department of Natural Resources, and most recently as the Executive Director of Legislative Affairs for Governor Jay Inslee. Miguel spent five years working in Washington's State House of Representatives Democratic Caucus as part of the Speaker of the House Leadership Team. He specialized in Natural Resources, Labor, and Energy policies.

Miguel spent time as an independent lobbyist and advocate for Tribes, Environmental Groups, and Latino Community advocates. He participated in developing landmark State Legislation, including creating Carbon Emission Reduction Goals, Puget Sound Partnership, the Indian Child Welfare Act, and the Dream Act.

He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and has a private counseling practice in Olympia. As well, Miguel is active as a musician and singer.