Anna Franklin

Anna Franklin is the Executive Director Health Equity/Environmental Stewardship for Providence Central Division. Anna has led various large-scale improvement initiatives in the healthcare sector for universities, state agencies, health insurers, hospitals, and clinics. She is deeply committed to creating opportunities for all, prioritizing racial and social justice, and empowering underestimated communities.

She currently serves on the Spokane YWCA Board of Directors; Empire Health Board of Directors; Take Up The Cause, Board of Directors and member of The Links, Incorporated – Spokane, WA chapter.

Anna’s educational background, including an MBA from West Texas A&M University, and a bachelor’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning from EWU, adds depth to her multifaceted approach in addressing systemic issues. Her credentials as a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, Master Change Facilitator, and a Harvard Business School of Executive Education certificate further enhance her expertise. Anna’s belief in the power of connections and relationships fuels her role as a mentor and advocate for local youth, emphasizing her dedication to nurturing future leaders. Her compassionate approach and unwavering commitment inspires others to strive for a more just and equitable society.

End of Second Term: 06/30/2026