A retired business executive with over forty-five years of experience spanning accounting, auditing, budgeting, financial analysis, payroll management, people management, project oversight, and technology implementation. Recognized as an exemplary leader adept at managing personnel and resources, Duane has held pivotal positions including International Financial Accountant, Internal Auditor, Supervisor of SEC Financial Reporting, Manager of King County Payroll, Program Manager for PeopleSoft HCM implementation, and Senior Accounting Manager at the Port of Seattle, where he oversaw annual port disbursements totaling $3 billion.

For more than four decades, Duane has been actively engaged in community service, supporting youth-oriented organizations and serving on nonprofit boards. His core values encompass compassion, integrity, lifelong learning, and perseverance. Beyond his professional pursuits, he values time spent with family and friends.