Ivan A. Seda is the Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Principal Financial Officer at Columbia Banking System Inc., a leading Northwest-based financial holding company. In this capacity, he oversees all aspects of the company's financial operations, including financial planning and analysis, treasury management, accounting, tax, investor relations, and regulatory reporting. Seda plays a pivotal role in driving strategic financial decisions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting the company's growth initiatives in a dynamic banking environment. With more than 25 years of experience in financial services, Seda joined Columbia Banking System in April 2021 from KeyCorp, where he spent over two decades in progressively senior finance roles. Most recently, he served as Senior Vice President and Controller for KeyBank N.A., managing enterprise-wide financial controls, SEC reporting, and internal audit functions. His tenure at KeyCorp included leadership in major projects such as system implementations, process optimizations, and support for mergers and acquisitions, earning him recognition for enhancing operational efficiency and risk management. Since arriving at Columbia, Seda has been instrumental in key milestones, including the transformative $7.1 billion merger with Umpqua Bank in 2023, which created one of the largest regional banks in the U.S. Under his guidance, the company has maintained strong capital positions, delivered robust financial performance, and navigated economic challenges effectively, solidifying Columbia's reputation for fiscal discipline and shareholder value creation.