Dorian Waller

Enterprise operations and public-sector strategy executive with 15+ years architecting large-scale programs that align government, industry, and community stakeholders around measurable outcomes. Track record of translating complex policy and regulatory requirements into disciplined execution: $250M+ annual enterprise stewardship, $100M+ in capital formation, and consistent delivery of high-stakes initiatives in politically sensitive environments. Specialized in public-sector GTM strategy, intergovernmental partnerships, regulatory navigation, and building cross-sector coalitions that accelerate project approvals and unlock co-investment.

Community Engagement Director (External Affairs Lead) - City of Seattle - Seattle

(2024-01 - 2025-12)

Led external affairs, stakeholder alignment, and police engagement for a high-visibility commission navigating politically sensitive reform initiatives. Reported to executive leadership; directed citywide engagement strategy and public accountability frameworks.

• Redesigned engagement model from activity-driven to outcomes-driven; established KPIs, feedback loops, and transparent communications cadence that improved trust with executive leadership and commissioners.
• Built cross-department coalitions and partner networks; reduced stakeholder friction during sensitive policy cycles through proactive relationship management and clear escalation protocols.
• Modernized internal processes and team routines; increased event, briefing, and deliverable throughput by 30% while maintaining quality and compliance standards.

Government Relations Administrator (Strategy & Partnerships) - King County Solid Waste Division - King County

(2017-01 - 2023-12)

Senior leadership team member for the nation's 5th-largest solid-waste enterprise ($250M annual rate revenue). Directed intergovernmental strategy, policy alignment, and regulatory compliance across 37 cities and diverse private-sector partners. Accountable for governance frameworks that de-risked capital pipeline and stabilized multi-year revenue strategy.

• Secured unanimous passage of long-stalled Comprehensive Plan by aligning 37 cities and private partners around shared priorities—unlocked $150M+ capital pipeline and eliminated regulatory uncertainty that had delayed infrastructure investments for 3+ years.
• Led multi-jurisdictional negotiations, advisory committees, and stakeholder workgroups; advanced governance transparency, improved customer experience metrics, and strengthened compliance in a highly regulated, politically complex market.
• Built structured annual planning process with performance dashboards, board-ready reporting, and quarterly KPI reviews; improved forecast accuracy by 25%, increased on-time initiative delivery to 92%, and enhanced accountability across cross-functional teams.
• Served as primary liaison with elected officials, partner agencies, and external organizations; reinforced trust and secured multi-year capital and operational commitments that de-risked revenue projections.

Founder & Managing Partner - Archway Consulting

(2009-01 - 2021-12)

Founded and scaled a multidisciplinary consultancy specializing in public affairs, economic development, and capital formation for public-sector and mission-driven clients. Led end-to-end delivery: client acquisition, SOW development, budget management, team leadership (up to 10 direct reports), and program execution.

• Originated and managed multi-million-dollar portfolios across complex, multi-jurisdictional initiatives including regulatory navigation, community engagement, capital planning, and public-private partnerships.
• Secured $105M+ in capital commitments through strategic packaging, stakeholder coalition-building, and regulatory pathway development.
• Translated policy, market, and community needs into executable, cost-effective projects; delivered master plans for Puyallup (~$45M), Tukwila (~$35M), and Fife (~$20M) that accelerated project approvals and unlocked co-investment.
• Led cross-functional teams on politically sensitive, high-stakes initiatives requiring public engagement, legislative strategy, and alignment across competing interests.

Project Manager (Strategy & Programs) - Washington State Department of Commerce - Washington State

(2007-01 - 2009-12)

Managed cross-agency initiatives, procurement (RFI/RFPs), contract administration, and SLA oversight. Produced economic and legislative analyses to inform investment decisions and program design for housing finance and economic development programs.

• Delivered 70+ policy and finance briefings annually on economic policy, capital planning, and housing finance—reduced decision timelines by 20% and improved risk clarity for senior leadership.
• Supported program design, legislative strategy, and investment recommendations for mixed-income housing initiatives that leveraged state and federal funding.

Master of Public Administration - Public Administration - Evergreen State College

Bachelor of Arts - Urban Planning & Political Science - Evergreen State College