Who is sktl? meet our staff & board
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executive director
amanda miller
Growing up in Hampton Roads, Virginia, my family and I were always involved in volunteering - from church luncheons, to Thanksgiving servings, to Special Olympics events, and environmental cleanups. When my own family set down their roots in Federal Way, I decided to find a community project I could really support. I could not have found a better fit than the passionate group of volunteers that formed and run the South King Tool Library. I never thought that my passion could turn a journey into a career.
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I have been the Executive Director of the South King Tool Library in Federal Way since 2019, and proud of our growth, expansion, and adaptability. We bring a great service and message to the region, and fulfill a need within our community. We opened our second branch in Auburn in October 2023, with an innovative approach to lending in the Outlet Mall for the region. We hold repair cafes, recycling events, classes, workshops, swaps, and other partnership events to increase our reach with the goals of waste reduction at the center.
I studied International Business, Chinese Archaeology, Japanese Architecture and Gardens at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia before moving to Seattle in 2008. I spent 11 years in the field of Warehousing, Distribution and Supply Chain Logistics.
City of Residence: Federal Way
Time lived in the SKTL service region: 7 years (15 years on the Left Coast)
Contact: director@southkingtools.org
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tool library coordinator
jennifer kienlen
City of Residence: Renton
Time lived in the SKTL service region: 11 years
Contact: jennifer@southkingtools.org
tool library coordinator
ANA bustos
I am a dedicated library professional with an AAS in Library and Information Services. Having lived in Washington since the age of 10, I’ve developed a connection with my local community and have a passion for making resources accessible to everyone. My commitment to libraries has extended beyond traditional book lending and has instead, brought me to the South King Tool Library which has been an exciting new learning experience. I’m still learning my way around some of the tools offered at SKTL but the hands-on experience I’ve gotten while working has allowed me to better serve patrons and support the tool library’s goal of providing equitable access to resources.
Education: Library and Information Services, Associates of Applied Science
City of Residence: Kent, WA
Contact: ana@southkingtools.org
treasurer
kathryn dunn
I was introduced to the needs and opportunities of Federal Way and surrounding communities through the Advancing Leadership program, Class of 2010. Since then, I've volunteered on the Federal Way Community Gardens Foundation board and now am on SKTL's board. I am not what I would call "handy," but being involved with SKTL has made me more inclined to take on repair projects rather than throw things away or to save money over hiring someone else. Plus, I love libraries of any kind and know the potential they bring to their communities.
Professional stats: I have a Master's in Library & Information Science from San Jose State University.
City of Residence: Federal Way
Time lived in the SKTL service region: 18 years
Contact: business@southkingtools.org
President
Adelia boyar
I work as a professional Mariner, mostly in Alaska but also enjoy spending my spare time giving back to my community and hiking Dash Point with my dog. I’ve been in the Federal Way community for just over 10 years, volunteer as a chef for the Community Caregivers, as well as spend time at SKTL. I’ve also started my own non-profit to help educate people about restoring historic vessels and give them an opportunity to work on the water which also uses skills and safety measures around tools.
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Why SKTL? I joined SKTL when my husband and I began remodeling our bathroom. It baffled me that there was a very specific tool for every part and piece in the process. I didn’t like the idea of buying a brand new tool that we would probably never use again and voila! SKTL was my answer! It’s a great way to help and give back to our community.
​Professional stats: Mariner
Educational stats: “through the hawse pipe” I support trades skills education
​City of Residence: Federal Way
Time lived in the SKTL service region: 10+ years, previously Seattle and grew up near Boston
secretary
Shannon molina
What led me to joining the board of SKTL? I wanted to be part of a dynamic change for the better in my community.
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Professional Stats: Harborstone Credit Union
Educational Stats: Master of Education, certified credit union financial counselor (CCUFC)
City of residence: Federal Way
Years lived in the SKTL service region: 16 years
Fun fact: Award-winning competitive amateur baker in state and county fairs
Director
mark strong
I moved to Federal Way in 2018 and started borrowing from SKTL in 2020 to finish my flooring. After a few months, I joined the board in early 2021 and started writing the monthly blog. I currently work in a university registrar's office and I am taking MBA courses at City University to keep my mind sharp. I used to travel a lot and have taught in Korea, Japan and Thailand.
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Educational/Professional stats: I completed my M. Ed at the same school in 2020 after teaching ESL both overseas and in Seattle for 10 years, but haven't had luck finding my way back to the classroom. My professional history has been pretty average, and I haven't been all that enthused to work for another 30 years. Some might say that means I'm not passionate, but I think it's just that there are too many strings attached to traditional 9-5 office work.
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Professional expertise: I am a BEAST at teaching grammar, yet my university professors still insist on telling me my papers have errors. How about that?
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Interests: When we had a better economy, I studied languages and traveled or worked overseas. I speak conversational Japanese and used to be able to read and write at the elementary school level. I can read and write Korean Hangeul, but I don't have much of a vocabulary. I once spoke really broken Italian with an old lady on a train ride to Venice, and I can direct taxis around Bangkok in Thai. I am trying to retire early in life so that I can spend time helping organizations that are worth the energy, like SKTL. To accomplish this, I have a small footprint, and urge as many people as possible to live a smaller life where possible. I'm not all that interested in chasing a salary, big family and a life of possessions. That is how I live richly and under the median income!
Director
Louis Maldonado
I was born in Chicago, spent some time in NY and PA through grammar
school. I wound up back in Chicago to finish my education through my
bachelor’s degree. My wife and I made a one week visit to WA State to
use up some vacation time and I was so amazed at the natural beauty
and welcoming people. Two years later I was renting an apt in
Belltown, and exploring all of WA. I have enjoyed living here and now
consider this my home where I will continue to be. I am still a loyal
Chicago Bears fan, that will not change, even though the Bears are not
having a good year. (I know this is a bio but I probably won't have to
change this sentence for another 5 - 10 years)
What led me to joining the board of SKTL? I have always looked for
volunteering opportunities to help whatever community I move to. I
found SKTL in the Auburn Mall and started volunteering. I really like
their mission. I want to do more than just volunteer during business
hours. I want to contribute to the growth of the organization, and
it's community goals.
Professional stats: Senior principle solutions consultant (Software
engineer been around for long time)
Educational stats: Bachelor at DeVry University / Masters Keller Graduate school
City of Residence: Federal Way
Time lived in the SKTL service region: since 2018, grew up in Chicago,
moved to WA in 2010.
Fun Facts: Started my own business, Jumped out of a working PLANE!
Hobbies: Hiking Trails, DIY projects, and anything technology related
Director
scott DeCamillo
​I’m a Mid-West transplant of nearly 30 years from just outside Detroit, Michigan. Having first landed in NE Tacoma, I’ve lived in the Federal Way area since. My early career was focused on the Fire Service. Through the many twists & turns of life, I eventually became a plumber, serving a 5-year apprenticeship through Local 32. I’ve been “in the trade” for 25 years.
In early 2024, I was looking for an opportunity to volunteer in the community. Most didn’t pique my interest or I didn’t feel I had much to contribute until I ran across the tool library. It’s been a great fit, being able to share my knowledge of tools and construction as it relates to DIY projects.
More recently, I’ve joined the Board of Directors, hoping to learn & share my knowledge on a different level.
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City of Residence: Auburn
Time lived in the SKTL service region: 29 years
Contact: scott@l-jmechanical.com
Director
Triss lilly
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OUR LEADERSHIP:
As a leadership team, we are dedicated to equity, inclusion, empowerment, resource sharing and environmental stewardship. We work diligently to fulfill our mission and serve our communities.
We are actively seeking residents of South King or North Pierce Counties who share these values and can equitably represent our racially and socio-economically diverse communities to join our board. Here's the job description. There are also opportunities to serve on a board-led committee or volunteer in another way that fits your interests, skills and availability without joining the board.
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