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Martha Choe directs the Global Libraries initiative in the foundation’s Global Development Program. Prior to her work with the foundation, Choe had a long career in public service as the Washington state coordinator for the Boeing 7E7 Project Management Office and as director of the Washington State Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development. Choe also assisted in the successful implementation of Gov. Gary Locke’s welfare to work program, WorkFirst, and she served two four-year terms on the Seattle City Council.
Prior to public service, Choe was a vice president at the Bank of California in the Seattle and Bellevue branches. She also taught high school in Eugene, Ore. Choe has a bachelor’s degree in speech and ethnic studies from the University of Washington and received her master’s in business administration from Seattle University. She has long been active in civic and Asian American organizations and serves on several boards. | 