Roxanne Christian is a mission-focused, purpose-driven leader with over two decades of experience advancing equity through public education, philanthropy and community-centered partnership. Roxanne brings a unique blend of strategic thinking, relational leadership, and equity-informed practice to every aspect of her work.

Roxanne joined the Alliance in December of 2019 as Vice President of Advancement before being selected as President in October 2025. In her tenure, she has helped sustain and stabilize the Alliance’s programs and funding while deepening the Alliance’s role as both a philanthropic partner and convener—mobilizing resources, strengthening systems, and ensuring students furthest from educational justice receive the support they need to thrive.

Prior to joining the Alliance, Roxanne spent nearly 15 years at the University of Washington in increasingly senior advancement roles, where she helped cultivate principal relationships, maximize institutional resources, and implement best practices to drive meaningful engagement and stewardship. Leading with values grounded in diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, she has helped teams leverage their collective capabilities to produce transformative outcomes for communities historically under-resourced and underrepresented.

Roxanne is a lifelong advocate for educational opportunity, believing that real change within complex systems does not happen overnight—and that meaningful progress toward equity requires persistence, partnership, and courage. Her approach embodies the Alliance’s belief that justice is a long-term commitment, not a convenience.

As a well known community leader, Roxanne is a member of the Council for Advancement & Support of Education (CASE); African American Development Officers Network AADO); the Links, Incorporated; and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. She also currently serves as Secretary of Rainier Valley Community Development Fund and Board Member of Academy for Creating Excellence (ACE).

A proud two-time graduate of the University of Washington, Roxanne holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and a Master of Education in Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, with a focus on higher education and corporate social responsibility.

In her spare time, Roxanne enjoys traveling and trying new restaurants.