WDHA Executive Leadership

Santiago Valdez
WDHA President

CJ Whitfield
WDHA Treasurer

Susan Savage
WDHA Speaker of the House

Cassidy Schroeder
WDHA Secretary
Be the Voice That Shapes Dental Hygiene in WA
As a Washington State Dental Hygienist, you’ve already committed to excellence. Now imagine influencing policy, guiding education, mentoring peers — helping mold the future of our profession.
Leadership with WDHA means having your voice heard on legislation, setting professional standards, and defining the path for our community to follow.
Whether you’re ready to join the Board of Trustees, lead committees, or serve in a volunteer leadership role — there’s a place for you here.
Benefit from leadership training, connect with passionate colleagues, and grow your influence. Your leadership matters — for your profession, your peers, and yourself.
WDHA Trustees





WDHA Central Office
Our association is supported by a dedicated Executive Director, Sydney LaCroix, who oversees our central office and daily operations. She serves as the primary point of contact for members, answers your calls, connects you with our volunteer leaders, and manages the association’s day-to-day administrative functions.