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 LinkedIn
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 LinkedIn

Board Of Directors

TITLE NAME AFFILIATION LinkedIn
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 LinkedIn
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.

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