The Board Of Directors
The Kirkland Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is integral to the organization, focusing on strategic direction, financial oversight, program goals, priority setting, and evaluating success. Directors lend their support and resources for achieving Chamber goals, occasionally undertaking special assignments from the President.
Executive Board
| TITLE | NAME | AFFILIATION | |
|---|---|---|---|
| President | Ryan James | ryan james fine arts | LinkedIn Profile |
| President Elect 2026 | Alicia Quaco | Eastside Health Network | LinkedIn Profile |
| President Emeritus | Kristian Uri | Fisherman's Finest | LinkedIn Profile |
| VP, Finance | Tommy Wang | Umpqua Bank | LinkedIn Profile |
| VP, Membership | Carolyn Agan | Studio East | LinkedIn Profile |
| VP, Secretary | Jessica Beck | Kruger, Beck, Kravitz | |
| VP, Governance | Nancy Khoury | Banner Bank |
Board Of Directors
| TITLE | NAME | AFFILIATION | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Director | Justin Andrews | Moss Bay Hall | LinkedIn Profile |
| Director | Community Ambassador | Merrill Gardens | |
| Director | Scott Becker | Kirkland Rotary | LinkedIn Profile |
| Director | Elizabeth Burt | Acclimate HR | LinkedIn Profile |
| Director | Jeremy Cavanaugh | Norton Trust | LinkedIn Profile |
| Director | Rich Goudy | The Alternative Board Seattle Eastside | LinkedIn Profile |
| Director | David Lynx | Kirkland Arts Center | LinkedIn Profile |
| Director | Zanetta Marczynska | First Financial NorthWest Bank | LinkedIn Profile |
| Director | Bonnie McLeod | Park Lane Property Owner | LinkedIn Profile |
| Director | Dr. Ettore Palazzo | EvergreenHealth | LinkedIn Profile |
| Director | Leo Speaks | Integrity Marketing | LinkedIn Profile |
| Director | Jaurdey Samuel | Premier Media | LinkedIn Profile |
| Director | William Wright | Kitchen Tune-Up | LinkedIn Profile |
Ex-Officio Members
| Title | Name | Affiliation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex Officio | Dennis Newell | Costco | LinkedIn Profile |
Key Board responsibilities include policy formulation, program and budget approval, hiring and managing the Executive Director, and maintaining community business leader relations. They adhere to and amend the Chamber's Bylaws as needed.
Individual Directors must attend meetings, engage in decision-making, uphold the Chamber's interests, and consult with members for informed actions. They offer counsel to Chamber officers and staff, and fulfill duties as requested by the President.
