Priya Shah is a Product Manager at Microsoft, where she focuses on simplifying complex systems and designing products that are intuitive, reliable, and accessible. Priya brings a strong background in strategy, technology, and community engagement to the foundation. She is particularly passionate about expanding access to the arts and helping young people discover opportunities that allow them to see what they’re capable of. Her commitment to this mission is rooted in her belief that mentorship, education, and creative exposure can be transformative.

As a board member, Priya supports the Foundation through fundraising initiatives, event planning, and strategic growth efforts. She also manages the Foundation’s website, helping ensure that its programs, scholarships, and impact are clearly communicated and accessible to the broader community. Her focus is on building sustainable systems that enable the Foundation to reach more dancers and families each year.

Outside of her professional and philanthropic work, Priya enjoys traveling, participating in group fitness classes, and engaging with Seattle’s arts and cultural community.