Jim Sayce, executive director of the Port of Willapa Harbor in Raymond, has been appointed to the Grays Harbor College Board of Trustees.

Gov. Jay Inslee recently announced the appointment; Sayce’s term begins as Denise Portmann’s term ends, concluding her 10 years of service as a trustee.

“Education is at the heart of our economy and lean training concepts can improve our management and delivery of a well-educated and skilled workforce of graduates who by necessity and with confidence, can adapt to current and future economic challenges,” said Sayce.

Growing up in Ocean Park and graduating from Ilwaco, Sayce completed a bachelor of science degree at The Evergreen State College and a master’s degree in Biological Science from the University of California, Irvine. Sayce’s working career began on his family’s cranberry farm, and he has held leadership positions focused on the community and economic development of Pacific County. Prior to joining the Port of Willapa Harbor, Sayce served as Executive Director for the Pacific County Economic Development Council.

Currently a resident of Seaview, Sayce joins Dr. Paula Akerlund, Astrid Aveledo, Art Blauvelt and Dr. Harry Carthum on the board.