CYNTHIA EISENBERG of Bellingham, Washington retired as a tax partner of the international accounting firm, Arthur Andersen, LLP, where she managed its western region health care tax practice. As a business pioneer, Cindy was one of the first women admitted to the partnership – at that time representing one of only 17 women among 2,600 total partners. Her involvement with World Wildlife Fund began over 30 years ago after a trip to Africa showcased their work. Currently she is actively engaged in WWF’s Northern Great Plains Advisory Committee. She joined the National Council in 1998. Cindy served on the Golden Gate University Board of Trustees and served as an officer and member of the executive committee. As secretary and Chair of the Governance and Nominating Committee, Cindy led corporate governance, including developing board practices and overseeing board selection and education. During her tenure she worked to have the Board of Trustees mirror the ethnic and racial compensation of the student body, thus providing role models for all students. Cindy is an active member of the International Women’s Forum, participating in the Northern California and Washington State chapters. IWF is an invitation-only membership organization of more than 8,000 diverse and accomplished women from 33 nations on six continents. Their mission is to support and advance the women leaders of today and tomorrow. Cindy served on the board of IWF NorCal and completed two terms as president.
