Michael Lynch becomes GSA deputy administrator again

"The General Services Administration announced on Tuesday that it is naming Michael Lynch to serve as deputy administrator of the agency, elevating an official who previously held the role in a delegated capacity. Stephen Ehikian served as GSA's acting administrator and deputy administrator from January to July of last year and delegated the deputy administrator's responsibilities to his then-senior advisor Lynch in March."

""Since joining GSA, Mike has demonstrated exceptional business acumen, strong leadership, and a clear track record of results," Ed Forst, the agency's current administrator, said in a statement. "In addition to serving as the agency's chief operating officer, Mike will lead the development and execution of GSA's performance culture, oversee the delivery of our automation initiatives, and champion the agencywide artificial intelligence strategy.""

"Prior to joining GSA, Lynch served as the chief executive officer at UK-based medical tech firm Zedsen and held senior leadership roles at SpaceX, Eli Lilly & Company and other tech companies. The administration has expanded GSA's responsibilities during Trump 2.0, with the agency taking on a more centralized role in the procurement of over $400 billion worth of federal goods and services."

Michael Lynch was named deputy administrator of the General Services Administration after previously holding the role in a delegated capacity. Stephen Ehikian served as GSA’s acting administrator and deputy from January to July, delegating deputy responsibilities to Lynch in March; Lynch returned to senior advisor when Michael Rigas became acting administrator in July, and Ehikian left GSA in September. Ed Forst said Lynch will serve as the agency’s chief operating officer, lead development and execution of GSA’s performance culture, oversee automation initiatives, and champion the agencywide artificial intelligence strategy. Lynch previously led UK medical tech firm Zedsen and held senior roles at SpaceX and Eli Lilly. The administration has centralized procurement responsibilities at GSA, including oversight of the OneGov initiative and procurement of over $400 billion in federal goods and services.

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