Eldon Tam

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Chief Operating Officer,
Friends of Waterfront Park
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Eldon Tam is the Chief Operating Officer for Friends of Waterfront Park the nonprofit partner to the City of Seattle to fund, steward, and program the park — today and into the future. He has been the project director for several significant cultural and civic projects, including the $106 million Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture and the $6.9 million Wagner Education Center at The Center for Wooden Boats. Eldon’s expertise is in managing and prioritizing the needs of the community and cultural institutions through every step of transformational projects.

With over two decades of experience in the cultural field, Eldon's approach is to ensure every voice is heard throughout the process and deliver on a shared vision in all aspects of the project.

Breakout Panelist: Peacemaking & Placemaking