About the Candidates
The Issaquah Highlands Community Association (IHCA) Board of Directors approved the following candidates to be on the 2022 board election ballot for Districts 2, 4 and 6. Voting is now open and closes on June 17 at 5 p.m. Click here to learn more about the voting process >>
District 2
No statements of interest have been received for District 2. If you are interested in serving for the District 2 Board position, please contact the IHCA office.
District 4
Gwyn Pohl Drake
How long have you resided in Issaquah Highlands? Four years
Educational background: I have a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Science in Marketing, which supported my career in advertising and marketing, most recently running a marketing consulting business in the greater metro area.
Association experience: I have shifted my professional experience to supporting numerous public and private institutions, including serving as Co-PTA President to my children’s school and am actively involved with the YWCA.
Why would you like to serve as a director? I am invested in the Issaquah Highlands, and personally make use of the full breadth of neighborhood features including the trails, parks, retail, and Issaquah Highlands community events. I see serving as director as an opportunity to act in the community’s best interest to support the existing community standards but also to be an advocate for changes that the community identifies.
Any potential or perceived conflict with IHCA? None
District 6
Greg Underwood
How long have you resided in Issaquah Highlands? 15 years
Educational background: Bachelor of Art in Political Science from Oregon State University. Master of Business Administration from Atkinson Graduate School.
Association Experience: Current IHCA Board of Directors Secretary for District 6. Former member of the Issaquah Little League Board of Directors.
Why would you like to serve as a director? I am proud to be your current Board of Directors District 6 representative, since 2018. The Highlands is an amazing place to live and I enjoy working with my neighbors to keep it financially sound and a desirable place to live. Thanks to the work of the IHCA staff and Board, we have focused on keeping the Highlands beautiful and financially strong. I look forward to continuing as your representative.
Any potential or perceived conflict with IHCA? No.
IHCA Board of Directors Election Resources
Questions? Contact the IHCA by email or call 425-427-9257.
