Michaela Doelman is a Filipina-Swedish, first generation American who was born and raised in Washington State. She went to high school in Olympia, WA where she was a member of the Filipino American Community of South Puget Sound (FACSPS) and involved in Filipino Folk Dancing and cultural events. Michaela went to college at the University of Portland and obtained her master's degree from the Evergreen State College. She has worked for Washington State Government since 2007 and is currently the State Chief Human Resources Officer. In her spare time, Michaela volunteers with the Leadership Tomorrow Program, the Public Sector Network, enjoys running and spending time with her family.