2026-2027 League Year 

President: Pleschette Fontenet – president@jlpdx.org

Pleschette has been a member of the Junior League of Portland, since moving from Austin, TX in 2015. She has served as a Small Group Leader, Assistant Chair for Community Connections, two terms as Membership Director, Nominating Committee, two terms as Treasurer, President-elect and a member of the BIPOC Racial Justice Committee. She participates in board service with Friends of the Children and is the current board chair for Friends of the Columbia Gorge. She is a former Trustee on the Legacy Health’s Good Samaritan Foundation Board, and currently serves on the grants committee. She has served on the board of directors for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Portland & SW Washington.  In her professional life, she is a Regional Sales Director for Lenovo, and has spent over 27 years in the technology sector.

She is a 2025 Portland Business Journal Woman of Influence honoree, The Junior League’s Top 40 Over 40 awardee, and an Association of Junior Leagues International(AJLI) Notable Woman. In 2026, she became a American Leadership Forum Senior Fellow. Her hobbies include traveling, hiking, reading, wine tasting, exploring new restaurants, and nurturing life-giving relationships.

#WhyIJL: I joined the league to learn more about the community needs of my new city through volunteering, and I had an interest in meeting others. I moved here with a remote position and worked from home. It has been an honor serving with JLP, and cultivating life long relationships with amazing women seeking impactful change.

President-Elect: Ebony Lewis – presidentelect@jlpdx.org

Ebony is the Director of Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development at Northwest Permanente, the medical group of Kaiser Permanente, where she has built her career since 2005. Originally from Southern California, her journey has taken her from Los Angeles to Oakland and now to the Pacific Northwest, where she settled in 2023. She jokes that she is “following the water,” inspired by her love of paddleboarding in Portland. Ebony is deeply committed to community impact and civic leadership. She currently serves as Vice President of The Rosie the Riveter Trust. She is also an advisor to the diversity committee for the Friends of the Columbia Gorge and a supporter of the National Association of Health Services Executives Pacific Northwest. She has held numerous leadership roles with the Junior League of Los Angeles and the Junior League of Oakland. Previously, Ebony served for eight years on the California Architects Board, appointed by Governor Brown and reappointed by Governor Newsom. She also helped launch junior boards for the Downtown Women’s Center in Los Angeles and Imagine LA and was a founding board member of Black Los Angeles Young Democrats.

Ebony holds a Bachelor of Arts from Loyola Marymount University, a Certificate in Health Care Management and Leadership from UCLA, and a Master’s degree in Health Administration from the University of Southern California. She has also completed leadership development through the Los Angeles African American Women’s Public Policy Institute and the African American Board Leadership Institute. Ebony is a certified coach, having completed training through the NeuroLeadership Institute, Leadership Circle, Inner Glow Circle, and the Positive Intelligence program. Her education and experience equip her to support individuals in achieving their goals, leading with intention, and realizing their full potential.

#WHYIJL:  I joined the Junior League because I believe leadership and service go hand in hand. I am inspired by the opportunity to develop alongside other women who are passionate about creating meaningful community impact. Together, we can address important issues, strengthen our communities, and build a more equitable future for generations to come.

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Community Vice President: Anne Thielman- communityvp@jlpdx.org

Anne Thielman joined the Junior League of Portland in 2016 and has held leadership roles including Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee chair, Climate Justice Committee chair and a previous year as Community VP on the Board of Directors. She is currently serving a second year on the Board in the same position. 

Anne has worked in childcare for over 13 years and is a committed member of her community. Both within the work she does in the Junior League and without, she values the relationships that develop among dedicated community members that care for each other. Anne believes that community care is a core component of making change and building a better, more just world.

In her free time, Anne enjoys reading books, watching TV at home with her sister, and making food for her family and friends. 

#WhyIJL: I first joined the Junior League to volunteer and meet new people. The relationships I formed with other women dedicated to helping others and getting involved in the community propelled me to seek leadership roles. I’ve gained confidence and passion to better support the causes I care most about. 

Membership Experience Vice President: Cayce Renshall – membershipvp@jlpdx.org

Cayce Renshall is a dedicated community leader and passionate advocate for volunteerism. Since joining the Junior League three years ago, she has served on the Member Connections committee and, most recently, as Chair of the Signature Project committee, where she played a pivotal role in helping towards getting Portland Bee City certified. Her commitment to service was recognized with the prestigious 2024-25 Volunteer of the Year award.

A proud Xavier University alum, Cayce earned both her undergraduate and master’s degrees there and remains a diehard Xavier basketball fan. Professionally, she has built a successful career in technology sales, earning the esteemed President’s Club Award for both her sales performance and volunteer contributions.

Beyond her professional and community engagements, Cayce finds joy in traveling the world, with scuba diving as her true passion. Whether exploring the depths of the ocean or making an impact in her community, she brings energy, dedication, and enthusiasm to everything she does.

Development Vice President: Carrie Noble – developmentvp@jlpdx.org

Carrie Noble joined the Junior League of Portland in 2016 and has held roles including Learning & Development Chair, Rose City Summit Co-Chair, and Small Group Leader. She’s currently serving a second term as Fund VP and is honored to be part of supporting JLP’s philanthropic efforts and advancing members’ confidence in fundraising. 

In her professional life, Carrie is the SMB Sales Manager for the national fundraising technology startup FreeWill, using her background in donor relations, nonprofit operations and sales to help community organizations connect with more donors around non-cash and legacy giving. 

A proud UC Berkeley Golden Bear with a Bachelors in Comparative Literature, Carrie values lifelong curiosity and learning. She loves the outdoors, animals, and reading every book she can get her hands on. An advocate for conservation of the beautiful PNW, she is heavily involved in serving on the board of Friends of the Columbia Gorge as Vice Chair, Fundraising Committee Chair, and Board Affairs Committee member. Her hobbies include hiking, snowshoeing, exploring the local food scene in PDX and SW Washington with friends, reading, traveling, and browsing local farmers markets.

#WhyIJL: Being part of JLP has introduced me to incredible women who have become some of my closest friends, mentors and role models. The League has played a part in my personal, professional, and civic growth, and I want to give back to the organization that has had such an impact on my life. Being part of JLP connects me to purpose and belonging, and I think it’s important we contribute to growing the legacy and continuing opportunities for other women. 

Fernanda Gwinner: Treasurer – treasurer@jlpdx.org

Fernanda joined the Junior League of Portland in 2014 and has embraced leadership roles that drive impact—from chairing the inaugural Rose City Summit to leading the Stop Human Trafficking Committee, where she spearheaded the League’s first Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Now, she’s thrilled to bring her passion for service and strategic vision to the Board as Treasure-elect for the 2025–2026 year.

A dentist by training (with an MA and PhD), Fernanda pivoted to nonprofit fundraising, crediting the Junior League for equipping her with the skills to thrive in her current role as Philanthropy Officer at Friends of the Columbia Gorge. Whether securing resources to protect the region’s natural beauty or advocating for community causes, she blends analytical rigor with a relational approach to create meaningful change.

When not working or volunteering, Fernanda can be found outdoors—sailing the Columbia with her husband and two sons, Zach and Noah; hiking the Gorge; or sharing laughter with friends. A natural problem-solver and connector, she’s always ready to roll up her sleeves and help however she can.

#WhyIJL: “I joined the League to grow as a leader and amplify my impact. A decade later, it’s the friendships, the collective purpose, and the chance to keep learning that fuel my commitment. This organization transforms communities—and it’s transformed me too.”

Treasurer-Elect to the Board: Calli Shrago – treasurerelect@jlpdx.org

Why I JL? I like knowing I can contribute directly to my neighbors and community. I love that there’s a time and place to gather with folks who are also passionate about supporting their communities. I’m fueled by the fact we are leaving a foundation for the future leaders to come. 

Sustainer Representative to the Board: Kelsie Davis – sustainer@jlpdx.org

Kelsie Davis joined the Junior League of Portland in 2012 and has held leadership roles including New Member Vice Chair, Recruitment Chair, and Donor Relations Chair. Since transitioning to Sustainer status after the 2016–2017 League year, she’s honored to represent this vital membership segment on the 2024–2025 Board of Directors.

As a Principal Consultant and Certified Project Manager, Kelsie brings 15+ years of experience leading strategic initiatives in real estate strategy, capital projects, and organizational change. Her diverse career spans pharmaceuticals, apparel, consumer goods, and construction—focusing on aligning people, space, and strategy to drive growth and transformation.

Outside of work, Kelsie enjoys traveling, exploring local food and wine scenes, and designing warm, inviting spaces blending new and vintage pieces. Antiquing has been a lifelong passion—a tradition she now shares with her husband. Both are proud Beaver Believers and alumni of the Oregon State University Honors College, where she earned her H.B.S. in Chemistry.

#WhyIJL: As a Portland native, I joined to grow as a leader, give back to my community, and connect with inspiring women. More than a decade later, the relationships, growth, and shared purpose continue to energize me.

Assistant to the Board: Sarah Johnson – boardassistant@jlpdx.org

Sarah joined the Junior League of Portland during 2024.  Since then, she has enjoyed assisting with Portland’s new Signature Project, the Annual Bee Event & Pollinator Party, and serving on the climate justice committee.  Sarah’s professional life revolves around her small consulting firm, known as My Bridge Team, Inc. My Bridge Team, Inc. was created in 2023 to assist Oregon cities and counties with their financial accounting, reporting, and auditing needs.  Sarah moved to Portland in late 2021 with her husband and their three children from Austin, Texas.  Her hobbies include travel, attending the many sports games of her children in every season, dancing, concerts, and anything outdoors including hiking, biking, dog walking, and gardening.  Sarah generally adores all pets, but especially loves her Great Pyrenees Nova, Yellow-Orange dog Bailey, and cat Ellie.

Sarah attended Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and a Master of Science in Finance.  Sarah holds an active CPA license in the states of Texas and Oregon.

#WhyIJL: I’ve always loved to volunteer in my community since my elementary school days because it’s fun for me to be out in the world, and meeting or helping others.  Since Middle School, I’ve organized volunteer events and served as a board member of the Junior Optimist/Octagon/KEY/CircleK Clubs.  When my kids were small it was hard to find time and space to serve in my community, and my free (childless) time was extremely limited.  However, the kids did get bigger, and I joined the JLP in Portland for me!