Mark Nash for Edmond Mayor

Mark Nash, long-time community leader, has officially declared his candidacy for Mayor in the upcoming Spring 2025 City Council elections. With a robust history of leadership and a commitment to public service, Nash is poised to bring transformative change to the city.

In the wake of the GO Bond propositions’ resounding defeat, Nash felt compelled to step forward as a candidate. “As a leader among those who opposed the GO Bond property tax increase, I recognize the weight of responsibility that comes with such opposition. We must not only challenge our city’s spending but also propose viable solutions. There must be a more equitable approach, and I am eager to contribute to that dialogue,” Nash stated.

Nash has extensive experience on numerous committees and boards, including a remarkable 12-year tenure on the Edmond Economic Development Authority (EEDA) board of trustees. His six-year involvement with the Edmond Public Schools Foundation underscores his deep investment in local education and community development. Furthermore, he is a founding member of the Edmond Neighborhood Alliance established in 1994 and has actively volunteered on various Homeowners’ Associations boards for over 34 years.  

Nash brings a wealth of professional expertise to his candidacy, having spent 14 years with an international process engineering and consulting firm, where he served as Managing Director and CFO. He then joined Pelco Products in Edmond and later founded Pinnacle Partners West, a management consulting firm that specializes in process and quality improvement across diverse sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, and the public sector. Nash served ten years with the State of Oklahoma as a management auditor, a senate fiscal analyst, and as Director of Finance for the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety.

Mark’s background in financial management and process improvement uniquely positions him to work collaboratively with the City Council to develop a comprehensive revenue structure and budget that serves the needs of all Edmond residents. In addition to his leadership roles, Nash is also an elder, and chairman of the endowment committee, at the First Christian Church of Edmond, and serves as chairman of the editorial board for The Edmond Way newspaper, reflecting his deep engagement in civic matters.

Mark has been married to his wife, Staci, for 36 years and is the father of two adult daughters–one of which is an Edmond Public Schools educator. 

Mark’s candidacy represents a commitment to fostering a transparent, vibrant, and financially sustainable future for Edmond. He invites all residents to join to build a thriving community that prioritizes the needs of its citizens.