Antoinette Alexander

Seattle

Business Writer at Freelance

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Articles

Olympia Federal Savings, The Artesians Announce Partnership

1 week ago | southsoundbiz.com | Antoinette Alexander

Olympia Federal Savings and The Artesians have teamed up to feature “OlyFed” on all goalkeeper jerseys in both USL men’s and women’s franchises. All goalkeeper highlight reels and saves will additionally bear the OlyFed monikers and logos. “We appreciate all that FC Olympia does for our community,” said OlyFed Marketing Officer Ryan Betz in a press release.
Registration Deadline for Encompass' 2025 Inspire Breakfast Coming Up

1 week ago | 425business.com | Antoinette Alexander

Nonprofit Encompass is hosting its 2025 Inspire Breakfast on April 29 to bring together civic and philanthropic leaders, donors, partners, educators, and Encompass advocates, according to a recent post on Living Snoqualmie. The annual event was developed to celebrate the community's commitment to the well-being of children and their families. This year's celebration will be held from 7:30-9:00 a.m. in the Cascadia Ballroom at The Club at Snoqualmie Ridge.
MSHH Donor Closet in Edmonds Seeks Volunteers

1 week ago | 425magazine.com | Antoinette Alexander

The Multiple Sclerosis Helping Hands Donor Closet, a nonprofit organization located in Edmonds, is looking for volunteers to help with various duties, My Edmonds News recently shared. The MSHH Donor Closet, located at 409 Howell Way in the city's downtown, is mostly run by volunteers. According to the article, it needs volunteers to help with customer service and clean and sanitize equipment. It is also looking for drivers for pick-up and deliveries and technicians to repair equipment.
Pierce County Selected for National Program to Increase Housing Supply

1 week ago | southsoundbiz.com | Antoinette Alexander

Pierce County has announced that it's among six counties selected to participate in the national cohort of Counties for Housing Solutions. The program from the National Association of Counties and Smart Growth America seeks to increase housing supply in urban counties. NACo launched C4HS to help counties implement recommendations from NACo’s 2023 Housing Task Force.
Downtown On the Go Names New Executive Director

1 week ago | southsoundbiz.com | Antoinette Alexander

Downtown On the Go, a transportation resource for people living in the greater Tacoma area, has appointed Laura Svancarek as its new executive director. Svancarek, who joined DOTG in 2019, is the former advocacy director for DOTG and most recently served as the organization’s interim executive director. Upon joining the organization, Svancarek led the Commute Trip Reduction program.
High-End Clothing Retailer Opens First Store in Kirkland

1 week ago | 425magazine.com | Antoinette Alexander

Kirkland has become home to Urbanheer, a clothing retailer that started as an online shop during the pandemic, the Puget Sound Business Journal has reported. The store, at 1260 Carillon Point, is one of several that its owners, Avneet and Simran Sachar, hope to open as they expand. The article said they also plan to open another store in Vancouver, Canada, as part of their longer-term goal to operate stores in all of the U.S.'s and Canada's major cities.
Downtown On the Go Names New Executive Director

1 week ago | southsoundmag.com | Antoinette Alexander

Downtown On the Go, a transportation resource for people living in the greater Tacoma area, has appointed Laura Svancarek as its new executive director. Svancarek, who joined DOTG in 2019, is the former advocacy director for DOTG and most recently served as the organization’s interim executive director. Upon joining the organization, Svancarek led the Commute Trip Reduction program.
Commerce Develops New Online Tariff Resource Guide for Businesses

1 week ago | 425business.com | Antoinette Alexander

As questions and concerns about recently implemented federal tariffs mount, the Washington State Department of Commerce has launched a new online Tariff Information and Resource Guide to help businesses navigate the complexities. "Washington is one of the most trade-exposed states, and our intent is that this guide will help businesses better understand and respond to the impacts of these tariffs," said Commerce Director Joe Nguyễn in a press statement.
City of Bellevue Adds Second Food Truck Site

1 week ago | 425business.com | Antoinette Alexander

The city of Bellevue is expanding its food truck program with a second downtown location at Compass Plaza. The second site at 106th Avenue Northeast is part of the city's Grand Connection Street Eats program and is offered in partnership with the Washington State Food Truck Association.
Pierce County Putting on Events for Community Action and Older Americans Month

2 weeks ago | southsoundbiz.com | Antoinette Alexander

Pierce County has announced that, in recognition of Community Action Month and Older Americans Month, Pierce County Human Services will host free resource fairs and film screenings to help drive community dialogue around poverty, racial disparities, and disaster preparedness.