Community Builder & Community Building in Seattle

Bringing people together is at the heart of what I do.

Hi, I'm Cheryl Ann Barnes. I design experiences that turn gatherings into communities, where people feel seen, inspired, and part of something bigger.

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My Mission

Connection, courage, and meaning.

My mission is clear: to empower others to find connection, courage, and meaning in their own journeys, making every gathering feel intentional, meaningful, and memorable.

Let's rise together.

Background

Master's in Public Health
Hundreds of events coordinated
Statewide public health campaigns & wellness events
Community meetups & outdoor gatherings
Based in Seattle, the Pacific Northwest

Track record

Where the experience comes from.

The mission is the easy part to say. This is the work behind it, and the places it has been recognized.

Since 2014

I have been doing this work since 2014, starting in public health and nutrition.

Hundreds of events

Coordinated across Washington State, from community meetups to statewide public health campaigns.

Nearly $20,000

In cash and in-kind sponsorship raised for my most recent event.

Recognized by the state

By the Washington State Department of Health for the COVID-19 vaccine program, and by Douglas County for the Community Resource Guide.

Washington State Pharmacy Association

I worked closely with WSPA on the statewide vaccine advisory committee.

MPH and BS

Master of Public Health from Kansas State University. Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from Missouri State University.

Press

Infinity Night #6.

I'm the sixth guest on Infinity Night, a series from BRIDGEnextgen built around bridging the gap between school and society. It runs on Sunday, September 13, 2026, from 7 to 8pm Pacific.

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What I offer

Ways to work with me.

Connection + Community Strategy

My flagship work. I help businesses think past traditional networking and find real ways to belong to the communities they serve.
Writing + Storytelling

Writing with me starts with a conversation. You usually leave with a clearer sense of your own story, your credibility, and your voice.
Social Media Management

Strategy, writing and community engagement that helps people recognize your business and feel connected to it.

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From the journal