Our Team
Arkisa Louis
Executive Director
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Arkisa assumed the Executive Director role in January 2025 after serving as a KCS board member from November 2021 to December 2025, bringing a deep understanding of the organization’s mission and community impact. A U.S. Navy Veteran, Arkisa served proudly for 11 years before being medically retired in 2020 following her own cancer diagnosis. Her personal journey gives her a unique and powerful perspective on the challenges faced by those navigating cancer, allowing her to connect with patients and families on a deeply personal level. Arkisa holds an Associate of Arts in Health Care Management and a Bachelor of Science in Professional Legal Studies. Born and raised in Georgia, she is married to an active-duty U.S. Navy servicemember and is the proud mother of three. Guided by her faith and belief in the power of community, Arkisa channels her relatability, resilience, and passion into advancing the KCS mission and strengthening support for those in need. Her personal motto is to “live one day at a time,” allowing herself to feel, live, love, and laugh-a philosophy that inspires both her leadership and her life.
Angela Fleming
Board President
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volunteer board member. Over the years, she’s taken on leadership roles, including
serving as President for multiple terms. With more than 20 years of experience in non-
profit work, Angela currently serves as the Interim Director for the Suquamish Tribe
Research & Strategic Development Department and the Suquamish Foundation.
A strong believer in community empowerment and equity, Angela helped found the
Kitsap Professional Leaders of Color and Kitsap Strong. She has a lot of experience
with grant funding, which she knows is crucial for supporting the mission of Kitsap
Cancer Services. Her focus is on helping address the impact of cancer on the health
and well-being of the people in Washington, especially those in Kitsap County.
Having called Kingston and Poulsbo home for over four decades, Angela feels
connected to her community. She lives on her homestead in Poulsbo. Outside of work
and volunteering, she loves spending time outdoors, gardening, kayaking, trying out
new recipes in the kitchen, and cozying up for the fall with a good book or movie. She
also enjoys traveling and exploring new places. Angela’s passion is for helping others
and making positive change for those around her.
Leah Persinger
Vice President
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Leah Persinger is passionate about bringing people, ideas, and inspiration together to create positive change. Her dedication to community, diversity, and progress has guided her since childhood—she began volunteering at just 10 years old, driven by the belief that one person truly can make a difference.
After her own cancer diagnosis, Leah began volunteering with Kitsap Cancer Services in 2015. Today, she is proud to serve as Vice President of the Board of Directors, helping ensure others in the community receive the same support that once meant so much to her.
A lifelong resident of Kitsap County for more than 37 years, Leah continues to be inspired by the area’s natural beauty. Outside of her volunteer work, she enjoys surfing, hiking, gardening, and baking. Professionally, Leah brings over 20 years of experience in business management to her career as a licensed Realtor on the Kitsap Peninsula.
Always approachable and community-minded, Leah welcomes new connections—so don’t hesitate to say hello when you see her.
Barbara Lambert
Secretary
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Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Barbara met her husband while living in Annapolis. Together, they raised two daughters and are now proud grandparents to six grandchildren. After years of moving with the Navy, Barbara and her husband have settled into retirement, enjoying time with family and their love of cruising.
Barbara has been involved with Kitsap Cancer Services for more than 20 years. The organization’s mission became deeply personal when her husband was diagnosed with cancer, and she experienced firsthand the value of the support KCS provides. She believes the Kitsap community is truly fortunate to have such a dedicated resource available to those in need.
Tina Leany
Treasurer
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Tina joined the original organization, then known as “Humble Abode,” in 2003 after losing her mom to cancer. When the original board stepped down in 2004, Kitsap Cancer Services (KCS) was formed, and Tina remained as the Treasurer of the Board until 2012.
From 2012 to 2019, Tina volunteered as the manager of Helping Hands Housekeeping Service, a program that unfortunately ended due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2022, Tina rejoined the Board as the Treasurer.
David Ferguson
Board of Directors
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David joined the board of Kitsap Cancer Services in 2022. He and his husband Cody have been passionate about supporting and volunteering for organizations like Kitsap Humane Society and Kitsap Cancer Services over the years since moving to the area.
In their spare time, David and Cody enjoy landscaping their yards, wine, dinner with friends, going to the theater (both to support local community shows and see Broadway touring productions) and playing with their five (yes, five) dogs.
Margeaux Lewis
Board of Directors
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Margeaux Price was born in Ozark, Alabama, raised in California, and has called Washington home since 2006. She works for the Suquamish Tribe with the Suquamish Foundation as an Administrative Assistant and Grant Development Associate in the Research & Strategic Development Department. In her multifaceted role, she supports operations, events, communications, and community partnerships, including overseeing grant funding that strengthens Kitsap communities. She also enjoys running a small jewelry business featuring island-inspired sterling silver and her own handmade designs. Family is at the center of Margeaux’s life. She and her husband share a big, blended family, with children ranging from middle school to adulthood, three grandchildren who call her “GG,” a lively dog, and three cats. She loves being active in her children’s sports, church, and community.
Alayna Garvin
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She brings experience in facilitation, community-centered healing, and creative program design, with a focus on building spaces where care, clarity, and connection thrive. Rooted in her Ashkenazi Jewish heritage and multilingual background, she is committed to fostering belonging and strengthening community through both practical and relational work. Raised in Kitsap and returning in 2015, Alayna is deeply engaged in the local community.