The Washington State Department of Commerce will wrap up its annual Global Entrepreneurship Month activities on Nov. 30 with an online Entrepreneur Expo. According to a news release, the free virtual Zoom session will cover a wide range of topics for current and prospective startups and small business owners, including artificial intelligence, funding opportunities and…
As 2023 winds down, here are some ideas to help you prepare for filing your upcoming tax return: Informational returns. Identify all vendors who require a 1099-MISC and a 1099-NEC. Obtain tax identification numbers (TINs) for each of these vendors if you have not already done so. Shifting income and expenses. Consider accelerating income, or deferring earnings,…
The unofficial start of the 2023 holiday shopping season will have some notable drama this year. Hundreds of Macy’s workers Friday announced a countdown to an Unfair Labor Practices (ULP) strike at some of the busiest stores in Washington, including Alderwood Mall in Lynnwood, Bellis Fair Mall in Bellingham and Southcenter Mall in Tukwila. Striking…
Lynnwood-based Homage has named Angela Bishop as its new Director of Philanthropy. Bishop brings nearly a dozen years of nonprofit leadership experience, having served as executive director at four different area nonprofits, such as The Sophia Way and Ronald McDonald House Charities, according to a news release. In her new position, Bishop aims to enhance…
The Mountlake Terrace and Brier Chamber of Commerce is inviting all business owners and managers to attend its monthly after-hours networking event, scheduled for 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 14 at Hadiani African Restaurant, 22003 66th Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace. You can RSVP at www.mltbcc.org
Sunlight shone through the knee-to-ceiling glass windows as Venus Forteza, 48, stood behind the bar, pouring beers and taking orders for Cuban sandwiches or pork cassoulet stew. Behind Forteza, diners could see her husband preparing each meal. A nearby shelf held books with titles like Radical Brewing and Real Taste of Jamaica. Bob Marley songs…
Washington and Oregon could receive tens of millions of dollars from the federal government for aerospace materials, semiconductors and engineered wood after the Biden administration announced Monday that the two states will be home to three of 31 new technology hubs. Nationwide, the hubs will span 32 states and Puerto Rico. They’re meant to spur…
The Edmonds Lions Club welcomes Edmonds College President Dr. Amit Singh as its guest speaker at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25, at Maplewood Presbyterian Church, 19523 84th Avenue West in Edmonds, according to a news release. The community is welcome to attend. Singh is the fifth President of Edmonds College. He joined Edmonds College in…
The Washington State Governor’s Office for Regulatory Innovation & Assistance (ORIA) is releasing its Small Business Guide (SBG) in Braille — the first of its kind providing information specific to all businesses in Washington state. According to a press release, the guide represents “a significant stride towards creating an inclusive and accessible community.” Highlights of…
Members of the Mountlake Terrace City Council joined representatives from Heart Art Studio Thursday celebrate the grand opening at Terrace Village Shopping Center, 22002 64th Ave. W., Ste 2B. The studio offers classes and workshops, private parties and coaching. Instructor Cynthia Gahan combines 19 years of teaching experience with eight years of formal art training…
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The Rotary Club of Lynnwood invited a special guest to their most recent meeting on Thursday, Oct. 5: Rick Steves, a well-known travel author, activist, radio host, television personality and philanthropist. Quite a few members were personally acquainted with Steves — an Edmonds resident since 1967 — but all of the attendees knew about his…
The Mountlake Terrace and Brier Chamber of Commerce is hosting a business networking event from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26 at Sorelli Pizza, 22402 44th Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace. Connect with fellow business owners and entrepreneurs, share industry insights, and foster collaborations in a casual and friendly atmosphere. Learn more and register here.
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) is proposing a 4.9% increase in the average hourly rate employers and workers will pay for workers’ compensation insurance next year. If adopted, the increase would mean employers and workers on average would jointly pay an additional $65 a year for each full-time employee within a…
Washington regulators on Friday veered away from requiring builders to install electric heat pumps rather than natural gas furnaces in new homes, apartments and commercial buildings they construct. Instead, in an expected move, the Washington State Building Code Council settled on an overhaul of energy regulations aimed at beefing up incentives for choosing heat pumps…
We’re happy to introduce our newest advertising sponsor, rb.by.design. The company envisions creative, thoughtful interior design solutions for homeowners, small multifamily developers and local businesses including local restaurants and offices . Having worked most of her career at an interdisciplinary architecture firm with an emphasis on sustainability, owner and designer Rachael Bauer brings fresh inspiration and…
Mountlake Terrace-based Premera Blue Cross has hired Umar Farooq as the company’s Chief Strategy Officer (CSO). As CSO, Farooq is responsible for managing Premera’s enterprise strategy. “We’re thrilled to welcome Umar to Premera,” said Jeffrey Roe, president and CEO of Premera. “He is a forward-thinking health care executive with deep experience in health plans and…
Sarabeth Jaffe of Edmonds is riding high with her 2.5-year-old business HelloPrenup. Recently featured in Forbes magazine’s “30 Seattle innovators under 30” list of innovative young entrepreneurs, Jaffe is filling the previously unmet need of couples contemplating marriage with a fast, easy, affordable alternative to the traditional prenuptial agreement process. “The idea came to me…
State of Washington Treasurer Mike Pellicciotti and six other state treasurers are urging federal regulators to oppose a merger of the nation’s two largest grocery store chains. The seven state officials sent a letter last week to the Federal Trade Commission warning of “significant adverse effects” if Kroger, the nation’s largest supermarket chain, is allowed…
Put on your best Hawaiian shirt and join the Economic Alliance of Snohomish County for an evening of Hawaiian-themed fun from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 24 at the Edmonds Waterfront Center. Join regional business leaders and enjoy a menu of Hawaiian-inspired food and beverages provided by Shooby Doo Catering. Commemorate the evening with snaps in…
Gesa Credit Union on Friday announced that it has donated more than $340,000 in 2022-23 school year earnings to school districts statewide through its affinity debit card program. Among the beneficiaries is the Foundation for Edmonds School District, which received $10,000 The program provides support to local schools by generating funds for partner districts to…
The Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) is again hosting a Blues, Brats, Brews (BBB), an annual networking event at Thomas Family Farm in Snohomish, this year from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14. The event features live music from Heather Ward Band, games and prizes. Garry Clark, EASC president and CEO, will emcee the event with proceeds to…
Lynnwood’s Cycle Gear is hosting a BikeNight get-together July 11 for locals to enjoy motorcycle games, music and a barbecue. The event will also include a raffle. The fun begins at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, July 11. Cycle Gear is located at 4210 196th St. S.W. in Lynnwood.
The Mountlake Terrace and Brier Chamber Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring an after-hours networking event from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 27 at Zeek’s Pizza, 24015 Van Ry Blvd., Mountlake Terrace. Network with business leaders and meet chamber board members. Admission is free and includes free slices of Zeeks Pizza. Learn more and RSVP here.
Two information sessions for the Snohomish County Small Business Innovation Assistance (SBIA) program are taking place this Wednesday and Thursday, june 21 and 22. SBIA provides technical assistance services coupled with microgrants to help Snohomish County-based small businesses recover from the effects of the pandemic as well as incentivize new, innovative ideas from start-ups and…
When a community can trust a bank, beautiful things will happen. Peoples Bank district branch manager Vern Woods leads a team of bankers dedicated to the company’s “People First” philosophy. Together, they provide financial services the community can trust. Vern, a retail banker, helps customers access personal banking products and services such as checking accounts,…
