TWU offers course in project management
Posted on 15. Jan, 2010 by Lance Henderson in Tips
The Bellingham Business Journal
Trinity Western University’s Bellingham campus is launching a new program leading to a certificate in project management, beginning with classes on Feb. 10 from 6 to 9 p.m. at 143 W. Kellogg Road between Cordata Parkway and Guide Meridian.
The program will fully prepare the student to take and pass the certification examination [...]
Varner Sytsma Herndon hires Halgren
Posted on 15. Jan, 2010 by Lance Henderson in People
The Bellingham Business Journal
CPA firm Varner Sytsma Herndon (VSH) has announced the appointment of Larry R. Halgren to the newly created position of director of business development.
Halgren has extensive marketing experience domestically and internationally. Prior to joining VSH, Halgren’s career has been spent in the marine industry with a primary focus on marketing, sales and [...]
Chuckanut Brewery adds Kelly to kitchen
Posted on 14. Jan, 2010 by Lance Henderson in People
The Bellingham Business Journal
Chuckanut Brewery & Kitchen in Bellingham recently announced the addition of chef Wynton Kelly of Dallas, Texas to the kitchen team.
Kelly will continue the tradition of using as many local products as possible in creating outstanding menus that match the qualities of Chuckanut’s award winning beers. Chuckanut Brewery’s kitchen produces fresh American [...]
Gary Honcoop honored as BIAWC’s Builder of the Year
Posted on 14. Jan, 2010 by Lance Henderson in People
The Bellingham Business Journal
Gary Honcoop, co-owner and president of Roosendaal-Honcoop Construction, Inc., was honored Dec. 16 as Builder of the Year by the Building Industry Association of Whatcom County.
Honcoop, a longtime active BIAWC member, was commended for his commitment to the organization. Also, Honcoop has devoted many hours advocating for property owners on urban growth [...]
Washington Q3 2009 sales decline third-largest on record
Posted on 14. Jan, 2010 by Lance Henderson in News
County, city above and below state numbers respectively
The Bellingham Business Journal
Taxable retail sales declined 11.6 percent to $26.4 billion during the third quarter of 2009 compared to the same period in 2008, the Washington State Department of Revenue reported Jan. 14.
In Bellingham, 2009’s third quarter total retail sales fell 8.73 percent to more than $492 [...]
Business licenses 1/4 to 1/7/2010
Posted on 14. Jan, 2010 by Lance Henderson in New Businesses
Wild Design, Wild Design Inc., 4725 E. Oregon St., Bellingham, WA 98226
Columbia Sportswear Company, Columbia Sportswear USA Corporation, 14375 N.W. Science Park Drive, Portland, OR 97229
F & M Flooring and Interior, Felipe Reyna Siella, 2329 Orleans St. #6, Bellingham, WA 98229
Bayside Treasures, Jill M. Nymeyer, 9794 N. Harvey Road, Blaine, WA 98230
Legacy Kitchen & Bath, [...]
Bellingham radio station KAFE moves two points on the FM dial
Posted on 14. Jan, 2010 by Lance Henderson in Tips
The Bellingham Business Journal
Bellingham-based radio station KAFE 104.3 FM has swapped dial position with Vancouver, B.C-based radio station CHHR 104.1 FM.
The swap will be finalized during a ceremonial meeting at Peace Arch Park in Blaine on Jan. 14 at 12:30 p.m. Under the monument, airstaff from both stations will mark the occasion by swapping a [...]
Conversation: Roy Osing, author of “Be Different or Be Dead”
Posted on 13. Jan, 2010 by Lance Henderson in Features
In a time of so many business closures, it’s refreshing to hear someone talk about business marketing in dire terms. In his first book “Be Different or Be Dead,” Roy Osing relays ideas and experience gained over 33 years working with Telus, Canada’s second largest telecommunications company.
Pike speaks about “state of the city” at Chamber event
Posted on 13. Jan, 2010 by Isaac Bonnell in News
By Isaac Bonnell
Last year was tough for the City of Bellingham, and Mayor Dan Pike doesn’t see it getting much better this year.
Pike spoke about the state of the city to a group of members of the Bellingham/Whatcom Chamber of Commerce & Industry on Jan. 13.
The city has already made it through the tough part [...]
Moss Adams promotes three from within
Posted on 12. Jan, 2010 by Lance Henderson in People
The Bellingham Business Journal
The Bellingham office of Moss Adams LLP recently announced several promotions.
Ryan Luetkemeyer has been promoted to assurance senior manager. Ryan joined Moss Adams in May 2008 and supports the not-for-profit/tribal government industry groups.
Casey Holloran has been promoted to assurance senior. Casey joined the firm in April 2007 and primarily supports the hospitality [...]
