Harry Egler, Chair

Harold Egler is a retired marketing executive with 40 years of experience working primarily with retail heritage companies (Pendleton Woolen Mills, Filson, Eddie Bauer and Lands’ End), media (Getty Images), and Non-Profit management (InterConnection).

Experienced in traditional direct marketing and current digital marketing and eCommerce, P&L management, and business analytics .  In the past, Harry has held the following titles – Vice President of Marketing, Global Vice President of Customer Intelligence, President, interim CEO, and CEO.

Harry has been on the board for the Seattle Lighthouse for the Blind since 2006 and served as interim CEO for 1 year to spearhead the search for a new Blind CEO.

Portrait of Harry Egler, a light-skinned man with a goatee, smiling
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    4 reasons you should consider joining the Lighthouse Board

    February 28th, 2023

    The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. is on the lookout for passionate individuals who are interested in making a difference in the lives of those who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with other disabilities. We’re [...]

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    Celebrating our Donors – 2022 Appreciation Breakfast

    January 19th, 2023

    Events are back! We gathered together for our 2022 Appreciation Breakfast to celebrate the generosity and support of our community. In closing out a terrific year, The Lighthouse for the Blind Foundation was thrilled to [...]

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    FreeWill at the Lighthouse

    January 12th, 2023

    The Lighthouse has partnered with FreeWill to provide a simple and expedient will writing service at no cost to you. With a valid will and beneficiary-designation forms, you can choose who receives your property, [...]