Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) today announced a new addition to her Spokane office, District Director Traci Couture.

“Traci’s commitment to Eastern Washington is commendable,” said McMorris Rodgers. “She grew up here, went to school here, is raising her family here, and I am thrilled to have her join my team. I know she will continue to do great work and lead in our commitment to serving the wonderful people of Eastern Washington.”

Traci previously served as Operations Director at the Spokane Teaching Health Center, where she was responsible for designing a new, inter-professional medical clinic. She grew up in Walla Walla, WA and graduated from Walla Walla High School. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Washington State University and a Master of Business Administration from Liberty University.

Traci has spent the majority of her career working in health care operations. Additionally, Traci served on the Executive Committee for the American Association of Teaching Health Centers, an organization representing 60 teaching health center programs across the country. She has two sons, Matthew and Alex.