Full Name:
Alida Skold
Gender:
Female
Birth Date:
02/19/1958
Birth Place:
Seattle, WA
Home City:
Issaquah, WA
PhD Candidate, International Business Management, International School of Management, 2011-2015
Masters, Leadership and Policy, University of Washington, 2006
BA, Business Administration/Information Systems, University of Washington Foster School of Business, 1993
Candidate, United States House of Representatives, Washington, District 8, 2016
No caucus information on file.
President and Chief Executive Officer, Global Consulting & Investments, Incorporated, 2012-present
Trustee/ Officer of the Board, Skold Family Trust, 2010-2013
Financial Advisor, Waddell & Reed Financial Services and Ameriprise, 2006-2010
Co-Founder, Skol Properties & Investments, 1985-1996
Member, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, 2014-present
Member, Trade Development Alliance, 2013-present
Member, Harvard Business Review Advisory Council, 2012-present
Board Member, World Affairs Council of Seattle, 2012-present
Member, The Rainier Club, 2007-present
Member, Washington Athletic Club, 2007-present
Memner, Pi Lambda Theta - Phi Delta Kappa International, 2006-present
Vice Chair, World Affairs Council of Seattle, 2014-2015
Father's Name:
Bill
Father's Occupation:
Navy Medic in Korean War, Medical Device Engineer & Businessman
Mother's Name:
Diane
Mother's Occupation:
Owner, Medical Device Sales Company
Reason for Seeking Public Office:
I'm running for Representative in the 8th Congressional District because I am passionate about strengthening our district through economic development, creation of jobs, and building 21st century infrastructure. I'm a Democrat who believes in equality for all, especially women, minorities, and those caught in the economic downturn. I'm bringing my vast private sector experience in global markets and in negotiating tough deals to our nation's Capitol. I'll improve the writing of policy and the passing of laws that protect our citizens and workers while supporting our ability to compete in the global economy.