Thurston County Chamber is hosting Morning MIXXer from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Feb. 7 at Columbian Hall, 6794 Martin Way East, Lacey. The cost is $5 for members and $10 for general admission. Click here for more information.
Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber is hosting Small Business Roundtable from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Feb. 8 at 5000 Bridgeport Way West, University Place. Call Savannah Kimball at (253) 683-4881 for more information.
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Feb. 6, 2012 at 12:37pm Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundFeb. 3, 2012 at 11:49am Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundThurston County Chamber is hosting Morning MIXXer from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Feb. 7 at Columbian Hall, 6794 Martin Way East, Lacey. The cost is $5 for members and $10 for general admission. Click here for more information. Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber is hosting Small Business Roundtable from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Feb. 8 at 5000 Bridgeport Way West, University Place. Call Savannah Kimball at (253) 683-4881 for more information. Posted in BE Daily, Lacey, Pierce County, South King County, Tacoma, Tourism, Retail and Hospitality by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Feb. 2, 2012 at 11:29am HCA moving Lacey services to Olympia later this monthWashington State Health Care Authority will make its final move as part of its merger with the state Medicaid Purchasing Administration on Feb. 21 when it relocates its remaining Lacey staff to Olympia. The HCA office at 676 Woodland Square Loop in Lacey will close at 3 p.m. Feb. 17. On Feb. 21, the HCA will provide all customer services from HCA's headquarters at Cherry Street Plaza, 626 8th Ave. SE, Olympia. The move will not affect post office box mailing addresses used by HCA customers. Toll-free numbers for the agency's programs will not change, however, individual staff numbers will change. Jan. 23, 2012 at 12:47pm Anchor Bancorp posts Q2 profitAnchor Bancorp, the holding company for Anchor Bank, reported net income of $93,000, or 4 cents per diluted share, for its fiscal second quarter, which ended Dec. 31. That compares to a net loss of $126,000 which the Lacey-based company reported for the same period a year earlier. Jan. 23, 2012 at 12:35pm U.S. HealthWorks expands in LaceyU.S. HealthWorks has acquired Pacific Walk-In Clinic at 3928 Pacific Ave. SW, Lacey. The acquisition brings the number of U.S. HealthWorks operated medical centers in Washington to 18 and increases the number of centers and worksite locations to 174 nationwide. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Jan. 12, 2012 at 8:23am Kearin Agency top American Family producerJeff Kearin Agency in Lacey has been named the Top Producing Agency for 2011 by American Family Insurance. Kearin has been an agent for American Family, which has about 3,500 independently owned agencies, since January 2008. Jan. 3, 2012 at 8:17am State Farm expands into LaceyState Farm opened an office today at 700 Sleater Kinney Road in Lacey. "Some companies want to make insurance a commodity, like a pair of shoes," said owner Kevin Hayward, previously an auto claim representative in DuPont. "We try to understand our customers so we can protect what's most important to them." Dec. 13, 2011 at 12:28pm People on the MovePromotions, hires and recognitions in South SoundPatrick Forza has joined the board of directors of Downtown On the Go. He is a project manager for transportation projects at CH2M Hill's Tacoma office and has worked for the company for for five years. Forza has more than 20 years of experience in the transportation industry. Anthony J. LeMessurier has joined Kidder Mathews' Tacoma valuation advisory division as an appraiser and consultant. He previously was the principal appraiser at Aravis LLC in Gig Harbor. Dec. 12, 2011 at 12:24pm Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundTacoma-Pierce County Chamber is hosting "Lunch & Learn" from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 13 at Joseppi's Italian Restaurant, 2207 N. Pearl St. Monica Budzius of Everyday Engagement will discuss "Advancing Leadership Skills." Contact Savannah Kimball at (253) 627-2175, ext. 106 for more information. 7-Eleven Inc. will hold a franchise seminar for those interested in finding out more about franchising opportunities from 4 to 5 p.m. Dec. 13 at 20819 72nd Ave. South, Suite 800, Kent. Franchise Sales Manager Tim Bain will explain the company's franchise system, business model and the benefits of franchising. 7-Eleven provides the land, building, equipment and a turn-key operation for its franchisees. Click here for more information. Posted in BE Daily, Lacey, Pierce County, South King County, Tacoma, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Nov. 28, 2011 at 11:47am Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundWorld Trade Center Tacoma is hosting "The World in 20/20 Foresight: China, India and Brazil" from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Nov. 29 at Fabulich Center, 3600 Port of Tacoma Road. Visit www.wtcta.org for more information. Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting "Energy Conservation for Your Business" from 3 to 5 p.m. Nov. 29 at 25 W. Main St. Information will be available about Puget Sound Energy "plug and play" services, custom grant applications, renewable energy systems and connections to the grid. For more information, call (253) 288-3142 or e-mail bthomas@auburnwa.gov. Posted in BE Daily, Lacey, Lakewood, Olympia, Pierce County, South King County, Tacoma, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Nov. 25, 2011 at 2:37pm Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundSouth Sound Regional Business Incubator is hosting Facebook for Business from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 28 at 402 333rd St. Federal Way. Carla Conrad is the presenter. The cost is free for members. Federal Way Chamber members can purchase a punch card for four classes for $80. Non-members can purchases a punch card for four classes for $160. Visit www.ssrbi.com for more information. World Trade Center Tacoma is hosting "The World in 20/20 Foresight: China, India and Brazil" from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Nov. 29 at Fabulich Center, 3600 Port of Tacoma Road. Visit www.wtcta.org for more information. Posted in BE Daily, Lacey, Lakewood, Olympia, Pierce County, South King County, Tacoma by Breanne Coats
Email Breanne Nov. 21, 2011 at 12:42pm Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundU.S. Reps. Dave Reichert and Adam Smith are hosting a free job fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 22 at ShoWare Center, 625 W. James St., Kent. Contact Kelley Goetz at (206) 275-3438 or Roel van deer Lugt at (253) 593-6602 for more information. South Sound Regional Business Incubator is hosting Facebook for Business from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 28 at 402 333rd St. Federal Way. Carla Conrad is the presenter. The cost is free for members. Federal Way Chamber members can purchase a punch card for four classes for $80. Non-members can purchases a punch card for four classes for $160. Visit www.ssrbi.com for more information. Posted in BE Daily, Lacey, Olympia, Pierce County, South King County, Tacoma, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Nov. 21, 2011 at 11:15am Thurston B&G Clubs, CSDL launch program to protect children Free Enhanced Identification Document cards will be available for Thurston County children through the Washington Department of Licensing in January. The effort is part of the regional Keeping I.D.s Safe (KIDS) program launched last week between the Boys & Girls Clubs of Thurston County and the national Coalition for a Secure Driver's License. Nov. 11, 2011 at 11:05am Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundNorthwest EcoBuilding Guild is hosting The Glass Aggregate Summit: Exploring the use of Recycled Glass Cullet in Construction from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 13 at New Market Skills Center in Tumwater. For more information, click here or call (360) 754-6152. Lakewood Chamber of Commerce is hosting a military affairs meeting from 8 to 9 a.m. Nov. 15 at Burs Restaurant, 6151 Steilacoom Blvd. SW. Call (253) 582-9400 for more information. Posted in BE Daily, Lacey, Lakewood, Lewis County, Olympia, Pierce County, South King County, Tacoma, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Oct. 31, 2011 at 11:19am Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundThurston County Chamber is hosting Morning MIXXer at 7:30 a.m. Nov. 1 at Schmidt House, 330 Schmidt Place, SW, Tumwater. The cost is $5 for members and $10 general admission. Call (360) 357-3362 for more information. Thurston Economic Development Council is hosting South Sound Success Small Business Conference from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 1 at SPSCC's Hawks Prairie Center, 1404 Marvin Road NE, Lacey. Click here or call (360) 754-6320 for more information. Posted in BE Daily, Lacey, Lakewood, Mason County, Pierce County, South King County, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Oct. 24, 2011 at 8:13am Anchor Bancorp posts $1.7 million lossAnchor Bancorp, the holding company for Anchor Bank, reported a net loss of $1.7 million, or 70 cents per diluted share, for the fiscal first quarter ended Sept. 30 compared to a net loss of $648,000 for the same period last year. The Lacey-based company completed its initial public offering on Jan. 25 the issuance of 2.55 million shares of common stock, which generated net proceeds of $23.2 million. Therefore, operating results before that date pertain to the bank only. Oct. 19, 2011 at 8:29am SSPP selects philanthropy honoreesSouth Sound Partners for Philanthropy will recognize the recipients of its annual Leadership in Philanthropy Awards during a luncheon Nov. 8 at Saint Martin University Honorees include: • Business of the Year (Large): Nisqually Tribe • Business of the Year (Small): Ramblin' Jacks/Mercato/I.talia • Philanthropic Organization of the Year: Lacey Sunrise Lions Club • Couple of the Year: Ken and Nancy Anderson • Family of the Year: The Seaman Family • Paul Grudis Inspirational Award: Sylvia Barclift Oct. 17, 2011 at 12:12pm Ecology approves Lacey’s shoreline program updateThe Washington Department of Ecology has approved the City of Lacey's comprehensive update of its shoreline master program. Lacey is one of 40 local governments that have updated their shoreline master program. The revised shoreline program combines local plans for future shoreline development and preservation with new shoreline development ordinances and related permitting requirements. Sep. 26, 2011 at 12:16pm Around the SoundBusiness-related events in the South SoundPuget Sound American Marketing Association South Sound is hosting "Word of Mouth – Creating Conversation-Worthy Buzz" from 5 to 7 p.m. Sept. 28 at Varsity Grill in Tacoma. The featured speaker is Rod Brooks, CMO of PEMCO Insurance and president of WOMMA. The cost is $7 for members and $10 for non-members. Click here for more information. Olympia Lacey Tumwater Visitor & Convention Bureau is hosting a learning and networking event from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Sept. 28 at Shankz Black Light Miniature Golf, 1520 SW Cooper Point Road, No. 250, Olympia. Dana Pethia of Constant Contact and Jerry Farmer of 94.5 ROXY will present "Marketing Best Practices and Lessons Learned." Call George Sharp at (360) 704-7544 for more information. Posted in BE Daily, Lacey, Olympia, Pierce County, South King County, Tacoma, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
Email Mike Sep. 26, 2011 at 10:46am Mullen Road closure expected to cause long delaysMullen Road SE in Lacey will be closed to vehicular traffic between Stikes Drive SE and Ruddell Road SE beginning Sept. 28. Westbound movements onto Mullen Road SE will be allowed from 39th Avenue SE and from Park Place Loop SE. However, there will be no eastbound access to these streets from Mullen Road SE. The closure is required to install a deep sewer main and to connect the new system across Mullen Road SE at Ruddell Road SE. Posted in BE Daily, Lacey, Manufacturing/Trade/Transportation, Thurston County by Mike Boyd
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