Extraordinary Women Redefining What’s Possible

Alayne Sulkin is the founder, publisher, and editor-in-chief of ParentMap, the Pacific Northwest’s trusted media brand for families. Since launching the company, she has grown ParentMap into a nationally recognized platform offering a monthly magazine, vibrant digital content, award-winning special publications, and the acclaimed ParentEd Talks lecture series, which was recently honored with a national gold award for excellence in parenting media. 

A mission-driven entrepreneur, Alayne is known for her unwavering commitment to elevating expert guidance, thoughtful journalism and resources that empower parents at every stage of their journey. Under her leadership, ParentMap has become a vital connector, linking families to ideas, inspiration and community. Deeply engaged in Jewish communal life, Alayne serves on the boards of UW Hillel, the Shalom Hartman Institute, Brothers for Life, JNF/Alexander Muss and StandWithUs, and actively works to amplify the impact of many other Jewish and Israel-supporting organizations in the Seattle area. Passionate about community, storytelling, and building a more connected and compassionate world, Alayne brings her values, voice and vision to every endeavor she touches, strengthening families and the broader community, one meaningful conversation at a time.