Identity Clark County accepting nominations for Ed Lynch board seat

VANCOUVER – One aspiring businessperson will have a unique opportunity to serve for a year alongside the region’s most accomplished business leaders on the Identity Clark County board of directors.

The nonprofit business leaders group is receiving nominations for its 2027 honorary Ed Lynch board seat, a one-year courtesy role for an emerging business leader in honor of the late businessman and philanthropist Edward Lynch who chaired the group for more than a decade.

“The Ed Lynch Board Seat helps young executives connect with regional business and community leaders while helping ICC keep in tune with the next generation as we strive to make our community an even better place to land, live and learn for a lifetime,” said Ron Arp, President of Identity Clark County.

Qualifying individuals come from the private sector, demonstrate strong potential as a business and community leader, possess positive character attributes and are capable of participating in ICC board meetings and policy activities.

“Serving in the Ed Lynch Board Seat has been a tremendous experience. Identity Clark County's work shapes the future of our region across business, education, logistics and community. I encourage any leader who wants to make a lasting impact to consider this opportunity,” said 2026 honoree Erik Selden, Sr. Vice President of Commercial Banking for Washington Trust Bank in Southwest Washington.

ICC is seeking referrals and suggestions from investors and friends. Expressions of interest include a resume or biography and letter of interest or support sent to [email protected] by close of business October 30, 2026. The organization will complete a private screening and selection process in early November. Prior honorees include Andrey Bolokhovskiy, Kim Hamlik, Katy Belokonny, Matt Bisturis, Maren Calvert, Terry Wollam, Avaly Scarpelli and Jim Mains.

Identity Clark County is a 33-year-old business advocacy organization comprised of influential business leaders. The privately funded organization maintains an office in Vancouver and a lobbying presence in Olympia.