The benefits of connecting young and old(er) entrepreneurs
By Eric Grimstead You’re never too young, or old, to start your first business. Young entrepreneurs often make headlines with spectacular growth stories of starting billion dollar companies from a dorm room or garage. What might come as a surprise is that the share of new entrepreneurs in the 20-34 age group has actually declined [...]
Whatcom County realtor enters Golden “R” Hall of Fame
The National Association of Realtors has announced Mike Kent, from Birch Bay, as a Golden “R” Hall of Fame investor in the Realtors ® Political Action Committee. Kent has supported RPAC for 20 years and was a past president of the Whatcom County Association of Realtors. He was named one of the Top 50 agents [...]
Shadow Box Building added to Bellingham landscape
Located at 554 West Bakerview Road the new, commercial, Shadow Box Building is set to become an easily identifiable landmark for one or possibly two businesses looking to stand out in the community. The contemporary design of the building resembles a structure you might find in Seattle or L.A. but is representative of Whatcom Counties [...]
2019 Professional Woman of the Year announced
The Whatcom Women In Business, 37th Annual Professional Woman Awards Gala & Auction recognized female business owners and managers who are active leaders in the Whatcom County community. Lynn Giuliani, president of Progressions Inc., was awarded the 2019 Professional Woman of the Year award at the gala on Friday, October 11. Giuliani is an experienced [...]
Columbia Bank hires a new vice president
Julia Parker will be joining Columbia Bank as vice president and business banking relationship manager. Parker is experienced in business development, small business lending, commercial and industrial real estate and commercial construction. She is focused on the Bellingham metro and Skagit County. Parker is active in the Whatcom County community with organizations such as The [...]
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Louis Auto Glass going strong after 90 years in business
Despite being founded during the Great Depression, Louis Auto Glass has remained a staple business in the Whatcom County community for 90 years. Founded in 1929, the business has grown and adapted through four family generations. The founder, Louis Adelstein started the business as Louis Auto Parts & Glass. In the early days, it operated [...]
How accessible is your business to disabled customers?
AbiliTrek can help you answer that question. AbiliTrek is a search and review platform that connects the disability community with businesses to promote equal opportunity and start conversations about accessibility. It allows for those in the disability community to rate and review the accessibility of any business and search for establishments tailored to their specific [...]
New business’ goals: educate parents and build community
The Parenting Academy is now open for business at 114 W Magnolia St. A program of Brigid Collins Family Support Center, the Parenting Academy began operations in early April of 2019. The new resource connects parents with professional coaches to mentor children and help build family relationships. The Parenting Academy works alongside parents and children [...]
Best value colleges in Whatcom County
Higher education has the power to advance your skills, multiply career opportunities and increase net worth. However,investing in yourself and good college education has become an increasingly expensive endeavor. Luckily, colleges in Whatcom County offer students some of the best value education in the state. According to SmartAsset’s fifth annual best value colleges study, four [...]
Mayor Kelli Linville announces City Center Awards
Three businesses were honored with the mayor’s third annual City Center Award at the Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher Building on July 25. The winners included the Cascade Laundry Building, Pickford Film Center and Black Sheep. The general criteria for the award are actions, on the behalf of businesses and organizations, that improve the quality of life [...]
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