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COVER STORY
A conversation with Scott Bosch
The CEO of Harrison Medical Center opens
up about doctors, expansion plans, malpractice
insurance and more...
By Lary Coppola |
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Scott Bosch took the reins of Harrison Hospital about a year and a half ago, arriving here from Colorado. Since then, after a couple of minor public relations missteps — such as the community dustup created when it was announced the Urgent Care Center in Port Orchard would no longer function as South Kitsap’s emergency room, but focus on primary care — the changes overall have been visible, swift, and positive for the community. For example, the reality is South Kitsap hasn’t suffered, but actually benefited by the changes Bosch has instituted.
He has also changed the name to Harrison Medical Center to better reflect the mission of the institution, and he is putting the finishing touches on both an expansion plan and mapping out the future for Kitsap County’s only hospital.
Scott Bosch is a likeable, engaging sort of fellow, who is quick to give credit to others — even when he has set the stage for their accomplishments — and minimize his own behind the scenes involvement. He presents business cases in a very direct and matter-of-fact style, and doesn’t hesitate to give a direct answer to a direct question... (Full Article)
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A treasure lost: Heronswood Nursery
shut down abruptly by corporate owners
By Maura Hallam Sweley |
| In a surprising and saddening move, W. Atlee Burpee & Co. literally slammed the gates on Heronswood Nursery just a few weeks ago, robbing Kitsap County of a local horticulturist’s treasure and an internationally know n landmark... (Full Article) |
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Pierce County considers buying
Gig Harbor airport
By Rodika Tollefson |
| The Tacoma Narrows Airport, located on the Gig Harbor Peninsula, has undergone a great deal of uncertainty after the manager of the city of Tacoma, which owns the facility, said the city may need to shut it down due to ongoing operating losses... (Full Article) |
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Announcing some changes
to your Business Journal
By Lary Coppola |
| In today’s business world, we are all busy people — and perhaps much busier than we sometimes want to be. As editor and publisher of your Business Journal, it my responsibility to make sure this is a publication that’s worthy of your time to read and to deliver content you’ll want to make the time for... (Full Article) |
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WINNERS IN BUSINESS
Julie Tappero’s West Sound Workforce
puts the “Human” element in HR
By Maura Hallam Sweley |
| In 1989 Julie Tappero and her husband were on a quest for a more family-friendly place to live. “We just didn’t want to raise our kids in Southern California anymore,” said the dynamic owner and president of West Sound Workforce. So, choosing the Kitsap Peninsula “out of the blue,” Tappero got a job in Gig Harbor and the family settled into the area... (Full Article) |
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KEDC wins state Innovation Zone grant |
| The Kitsap Economic Development Council (KEDC) was recently notified by the Governor’s office that it has been awarded $10,000 for what has been termed an Innovation Zone Planning Grant. The competitive grants are intended to encourage local collaborations to explore the nature and implications of “Innovation Zones” as an economic and workforce development tool... (Full Article) |
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ENVIRONMENTAL
Salmon Park flourishes with volunteer support
There is hope if people will begin to awaken that spiritual part of themselves, that heartfelt knowledge that we are caretakers of this planet. ~ Brooke Medicine Eagle
By Kathleen Byrne-Barrantes |
| The City of Poulsbo’s newest park, a 13-acre piece of property at 228 NW Lindvig Way along the Dogfish Creek estuary, is beginning to take shape. Plans for the site include habitat restoration, a nature park with trails, viewing platforms and interpretive signage... (Full Article) |
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Popular Gig Harbor eatery Brix 25,
changes hands
By Rodika Tollefson |
| Brix 25, a relatively new Gig Harbor restaurant that has become a popular destination, has been sold by owners Mark and Jill Wambold, who opened the new business in 2004 after an extensive renovation of the building... (Full Article) |
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July Business Calender |
Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce
(206) 842-3700
www.bainbridgechamber.com
The Bainbridge Business Breakfast, “Blogging — How it works and why it’s important to your business,” will be at 7 a.m. July 13 at Wing Point Golf & Country Club, 811 Cherry Ave., Bainbridge Island. It is $10. for information or to RSVP call (206) 842-3700... (Full Article) |
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Kilmer receives WEDA’s 2006 LEADER award |
| Bruce Kendall, President of the Washington Economic Development Association (WEDA) announced that 26th District State Representative Derek Kilmer (D–Gig Harbor) has been selected as the 2006 recipient of the organization’s annual WEDA Leader appreciation award, along with Senator Paull Shin, and a team of three legislators from the Tri-Cities area... (Full Article) |
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WestSound Home & Garden
hits the newsstands |
| The summer issue of WestSound Home & Garden Magazine, the local magazine which bills itself as “One Third Home, One Third Garden and One Third Monkey Business,” is now available. The summer issue features stories on a myriad of subjects including, custom home trends, outdoor living, what’s hot in kitchens and baths, and tips for throwing that summer party... (Full Article) |
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Two more groups endorse
Property Fairness Initiative |
| Two more groups have come out in favor of I-933, the Property Fairness Initiative. I-933 is sponsored by the Washington Farm Bureau, the largest trade association in Washington with more than 34,000 member families. It represents the social and economic interests of family farmers and ranchers across the state... (Full Article) |
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Wade Perrow Construction wins
a pair of new contracts |
| Wade Perrow Construction (WPC) LLC of Gig Harbor was awarded a $3.1 million contract for the remodel of Tacoma’s Pantages Theater... (Full Article) |
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Fire Districts all endorse Lynam
as new county Fire Marshal |
| Kitsap County announced the appointment of David Lynam as the new county Fire Marshal. Lynam has over 15 years experience as a Fire Marshal, including positions at Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue and Clark County... (Full Article) |
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Living room makeover contest announced |
| Constance Swanlund, owner of Northwest Design Center & Furniture Gallery in Poulsbo, has announced that the firm will be partnering with other local businesses to create the first annual living room makeover contest on the Kitsap Peninsula... (Full Article) |
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Eickmeyer, Haigh named “JobMakers” |
| Both 35th-district state representatives, Bill Eickmeyer (D-Belfair) and Kathy Haigh (D-Shelton), are rated as “JobMakers” on the annual legislative scorecard put out by the Association of Washington Business (AWB) and the Washington Roundtable... (Full Article) |
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L&I backs down on Heat Stress Rule |
| The State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) has rescinded its draft Heat Stress Rules and is pursuing a different approach. This change by L&I will save millions of dollars and countless thousands man-hours for employers across the state... (Full Article) |
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Ryan Resources announces expansion |
| Ryan Resources & Distribution, Inc., recently announced the purchase of four parcels of real estate along Sedgwick road for business expansion, and has recently closed on another project. It closed on two commercial lots along Mile Hill Drive in Port Orchard just east of Whittier Avenue. Along with the real estate, the long time business of “The Brass Ring” was also purchased.
With the real estate along Sedgwick Road and the future expansion projects within Ryan Resources it is estimated that some 15 –30 new full time jobs or more could become available within the next year.
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Zig Ziglar offers new fulfillment strategy |
| Personal fulfillment is more than “success” and achieving “the good life.” According to a new book, Better Than Good, by best-selling author and motivational speaker Zig Ziglar, the key to personal fulfillment involves passion, performance and purpose.
The new book was released on April 11 and Ziglar has said that “Better Than Good” is the strongest effort I have ever made to motivate people to let their passion influence their performance as a result of knowing their purpose.”
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Gig Harbor Folk Festival returns on Sept. 2 |
| Gig Harbor is having its second annual Folk Festival on Sept. 2 and 3 on the Gig Harbor waterfront. The festival is free and there will be live music at the Skansie Brothers Park downtown. Featured acts include: Stephen Bishop; Christine Lavin; Tony Furtado; Lynn Miles; Danny O’Keefe; Wendy Waldman; Chuck Pyle; James Keelaghan; Buddy Mondlock and Cliff Eberhardt.
Applications are now being accepted for vendors. For more information regarding performers, song writing contest and clinics being planned visit www.gigharborfolkfestival.com.
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Helpenstell joins First Federal in P. A. office |
| First Federal Savings & Loan Association, which operates a mortgage office in Poulsbo, recently announced the addition of Pam Helpenstell to its lending team in Port Angeles. She has 23 years of experience in the finance industry. As loan officer, she will be responsible for initiation and closure of real estate and consumer loans. Helpenstell can be reached at (360) 417-3223 or pamh@ffpa.com. |
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Karin Kay Properties celebrates with
first annual conference |
| Karin Kay Properties (KKP) held its first annual conference in recognition of a successful first year. KKP closed over 13 million dollars in residential and land sales in its first eleven months.
Kay treated her staff, agents, and their families to weekend events and an evening celebration at The Inn at Port Ludlow. The evening was celebrated with a slideshow illustrating its entire first year and a recognition award presented to Karin Kay from the team.
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GSA flooded with comments from
angry small business owners |
| The General Services Administration (GSA) has been flooded with comments from angry small business owners across the country in response to its recent notice of proposed rulemaking. Small business owners were alerted that the GSA may be adopting policies, which could be characterized as “anti-small business,” that would allow Federal agencies and prime contractors to report billions of dollars in contracts to Fortune 1000 firms as small business awards.
There have now been eleven Federal investigations that have documented fraud, abuse, loopholes, and a dramatic lack of oversight in a variety of small business contracting programs.
GSA’s Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking can be found at www.acqnet.gov.
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KRCC announces new online presence |
| The Kitsap Regional Coordination Council (KRCC) recently announced its new website, email addresses, and e-newsletter. In May its new website was finished and can be found at www.kitsapregionalcouncil.org.
It offers public agency links, information and upcoming events in Kitsap County. In addition, KRCC published its first e-newsletter, a quarterly e-publication, which can be found on the website.
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Annual Bainbridge in Bloom Garden Tour set |
| The 18th annual Bainbridge in Bloom Garden Tour will be on July 15 and 16 with a private preview on July 14. Tickets will be available online at www.gardentour.info or by phone at (206) 219-3182 tickets will be $30 for adults and $15 for children 4-12. |
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BCT receives $100,000 donation
from foundation |
| It has been announced that the Bremerton Community Theatre (BCT) has received a $100,000 donation from the Robert B. Stewart Trust. The donation was made in celebration of the BCT’s 63 years as Kitsap County’s longest, continuously running performing arts organization.
The donation will be used to create a second-stage theatre to be named the “Robert B. Stewart Performance Hall” which will be used for special performances, events and additional rehearsal space.
For more information contact the BCT at (360) 373-5152 or (800) 863-1706.
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West Sound Wildlife Shelter hires new director |
| The West Sound Wildlife Shelter recently hired Michael Pratt as its new director of Wildlife Services. Pratt will be responsible for all wildlife-related activities at the Shelter, including managing an extensive group of paid and volunteer staff members. He has wildlife rehabilitation experience at the Vermont Natural History Institute and Raptor Center, where he oversaw a large staff and treated 3,000 wild animals each year, and at the World Bird Sanctuary in St. Louis, Missouri.
For more information regarding the shelter contact Kol Medina at (206) 842-6027 or visit www.westsoundwildlife.org.
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Save Our Fisheries needs your help |
| Save Our Fisheries is a grass roots effort to inform everyone of the need to deal with the growing sea lion issue in the Columbia River. Sea lions are entering the river at greater numbers than ever in the past and having effects on the salmon, steelhead, and sturgeon that support the economy in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and throughout the Columbia River basin. Save Our Fisheries is raising funds to gain support and get signed petitions to convince the fishery managers and politicians to act on the situation.
To contribute, make donations to “Save Our Fishery” and send them to Riverview Bank at 225 SW 2nd Street, Stevenson, Wash. 98648. For more information, contact Dave’s Bait at (509) 427-8799.
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Twiss Analytical awarded
certificate of achievement |
| Analytical Products Group, Inc has awarded Twiss Analytical Laboratories, of Poulsbo, a certificate of achievement. Twiss was recognized as a Laboratory of Excellence for achieving 100 percent data results in a nationwide study that included 318 laboratories.
The achievement is a demonstration of the quality of the lab to evaluate 51 analytes in the April Water Pollution Study. Twiss Analytical can be reached at (360) 779-5141.
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Eight graduate from Washington CASH |
| Washington CASH graduated eight individuals in its spring business training class. They are: Robert Warner, Tilly Vick, Dawn Wells, Anthony Bruni, Roberta Dueno, Sandy Andrews, Paulette Garibaldi and Melinda Freeman. Over 23 individuals have now completed the 9 week training class since March.
For more information on the 9-week class learning how to prepare a business plan, email Stuart Walton at stuart@washingtoncash.org. Orientation for the next class is Aug. 29 at 6 p.m. at the West Park Community Center in Bremerton.
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Twiss Analytical to hold
Customer Appreciation day |
| Steve and Becky Twiss started Twiss Analytical in 1990 in a small building in their backyard in Port Orchard. To celebrate 16 years in business Twiss, now located at 26276 Twelve Trees Lane, Suite C in Poulsbo is holding a Customer Appreciation day on July 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hot dogs, hamburgers, potato chips and soft drinks will be served.
Steve and Becky noted that “It has been a pleasure to be part of this community and we want to say “Thank You” for your business.” Reach Twiss Analytical at (360) 779-5141.
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Diane Knowles joins Commercial Interiorscapes |
| Commercial Interiorscapes, located in Port Orchard, recently announced that Diane Knowles has joined its sales staff. Knowles brings 26 years of horticulture experience to the position, included experience in interior plantscapes, season color, irrigation, fountains and water features. She is trained in up-to-date marketing strategies.
Commercial Interiorscapes can be reached at (360) 871-0580.
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Re/MAX Unlimited associates honored |
| Re/MAX International recently recognized several associates at Re/MAX Unlimited by presenting achievement awards. Colleen Adams, Susan Felten, Kristi Nelson, and Donna Courter received the Platinum Award. Chris Nelson received the Executive Award and Moira McDonough, Joe Sullivan, Mary Jensen and Doug Nelson received the 100 Percent Award.
Re/MAX was also named top real estate franchise by Entrepreneur and has more than 118,000 agents worldwide.
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American Marine Bank awards
over $10,000 in scholarships |
| American Marine Bank (AMB) has awarded seven new scholarships to students in local school districts through the AMB Scholarship Program. AMB’s program includes a $500 award for each year of the selected student’s 4-year term. For 2006 contributions, the bank will award new scholarships totaling $3,500 and previous year’s scholarships totaling $7,000.
Students who apply to the AMB Scholarship Program are selected based on several criteria including a minimum 3.5 grade point average, extra curricular activities and work experience. Interest in the study of business or finance is preferable, but not mandatory.
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Local financial analyst publishes senior’s report |
| Research Analyst Justin Freed announced recently the availability of his most current publication, “Facing the Issues of Today, A Senior’s Report.” This report focuses on what research has consistently shown to be the three most important issues for senior citizens today: outliving their money; long-term care issues; and taxes.
For more information or to receive a copy of the report call (360) 616-2771, or email jwfreed@speakeasy.net.
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Andy Graham joins Strategy Real Estate |
| Strategy Real Estate, Inc. recently announced that Andy Graham had joined the firm as a Sales Associate. Graham has been active in the business community both in Seattle and locally for many years. He plans on specializing in multi-family and commercial real estate.
Reach Graham at (360) 405-0077, or visit www.strategyrealestate.net.
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Silver City earns four medals |
The North American Brewers Association announced medal winners of the North American Beer Awards during the 12th Annual Mountain Brewers Beer Fest on June 3. Silver City’s Brewmaster, Don Spencer, received four medals:
- Clear Creek Pale Ale – Gold
- Fat Bastard – Gold
- Fat Woody – Bronze
- Silver City Oktoberfest – Bronze
For more information or a full list of winners from the North American Beer Awards logon to www.northamericanbrewers.org.
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