Queena Tupou
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Queena Tupou is a proud daughter of the Pacific. Not just the Pacific Northwest, but also the Pacific Islands of Samoa. Born and raised in Tacoma, WA, she has dedicated much of her career to serving her community and being a champion for health equity, ensuring that all individuals have equal access to healthcare.
Queena led the implementation and development of the FaithHealth in Action Program, launching health ministry programs in over 30 churches serving the African American, Pacific Islander and Hispanic communities of Pierce County. She has also been recognized by the Seattle Reign and Starbucks Legends Campaign and in South Sound Business Magazine’s 40 under 40 for her health equity work. The Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs recently honored her with the Unsung Hero Award for her community service. Queena currently serves on the Board of Directors for American Leadership Forum Tacoma/Pierce County, Hilltop Artists, Leaders in Women’s Health and the Milgard Women’s Initiative Advisory Council at UW-Tacoma.
In her personal time, Queena enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, extended family and friends.
My Power 9
My favorite Power 9® is Loved Ones First. “I feel extremely blessed to come from a culture that emphasizes the importance of strong family values. I would not be where I am today without the love and support of my husband, daughter, parents, siblings and extended family. One of my favorite Samoan proverbs is ‘O le ala i le pule, o le tautua’ which translates to ‘The pathway to leadership is through service.’ This has been a guiding light leading me to live in service to my family and to my community.”
