Melo Hogan (she/her) is a Filipino immigrant who values culture and people of different backgrounds. She serves Tacoma and the greater Puget Sound as a realtor with Windermere Abode. She also serves on the board of directors with Tacoma Women of Color Collective and Eastside Neighborhood Advisory Council of Tacoma. She leads a group of businesswomen with Tacoma Boss Ladies and volunteers weekly at a local food bank in East Tacoma. She strives to uplift her community and raise awareness for homeownership accessibility and stability.