This advanced training offers investment professionals the hands-on information needed to provide comprehensive financial services. Study topics include understanding the asset management process to understanding asset allocation and strategies. Reach Anderson at (360) 779-7894.

Reach Scott at (360) 598-4022 or at sandysppl@comcast.net.

Dixon is the first recipient of the Harrison Home Health honor, which will be awarded annually award. A Harrison employee since 2005, Dixon will graduate from Olympic College’s Transition to associate’s Degree in nursing program in August with plans to become an emergency room nurse.

She joined the agency in 2002 with a previous emphasis in human resources and large group employee benefits. Her specialty at EHL is providing human resources and employee benefits consulting with the goal of reducing the client’s administrative burden and ultimately improving the company’s profitability.

Reach her at (360) 779-4448 ext. 8170, or jenny@ehlinsurance.com.

As the past marketing coordinator for Boxlight Corporation, she has an education and background in the graphic design industry. Reach Viles at (360) 697-4443 ext. 104 or gretchen@northwestdesigncenter.com.

For Peninsula Gardens she will continue with its ongoing local advertising campaign as well as developing a television campaign with Comcast. She is creating an events schedule that includes new classes like Back-Friendly Gardening, and Building a Wildlife Sanctuary as well as Container Gardening and Water Feature Development. She is also looking to develop a Kid’s Gardening Club to encourage an interest in nature and gardening among elementary students.

“It is a tremendous honor to earn the Key Manager award and be recognized for my commitment to the individuals and agencies I work with and the customers we serve,” Hill said. In addition to a plaque honoring Hill’s achievements, she will also receive a trip to Allstate’s Honor Ring Conference, where she will be recognized by regional leadership, as well as a trip to Allstate’s Chairman’s Conference later this year, where she will be recognized by the top officers of the company.

Fuller is one of seven chefs who can certify other chefs and cooks in the State of Washington. He is also a member of the ACF Foundation Accreditation Commission, and Chairman of its finance committee. Fuller has been teaching Culinary Arts for 20 years at West Sound Tech. His students have won over $200,000.00 in scholarships and have won over 100 medals competing in SkillsUSA competitions.

Ana Carrier has been named supervisory senior analyst. She has served for seven years as a pension analyst and trainer for the company. Carrier is an Accredited Pension Administrator (APA) which she attained in December 2003.

Connie Allen has been named executive consultant. Allen has served for nine years as the operations manager.

West Sound Workforce can be reached at (360) 394-1882 or on the web at www.westsoundworkforce.com.

Rauen’s agency, located at 19470 Viking NW, Suite 202B in Poulsbo, sells auto, property, commercial and life insurance. Additionally, agency staff members offer guidance on products and educate customers about the best choice of coverage that meets their needs. Rauen can be reached at (360) 697-6500.

Porter brings a wealth of business and economic development experience to CTED. Most recently he served the executive director of the Kitsap EDC. Prior to that he also served as the director of marketing and business development for the EDC of Snohomish County (1986-1996).  His career also includes holding senior-level economic development positions in Virginia, both in Roanoke and Fairfax Counties.

Porter can be reached at (206) 256-6116 or davidp@cted.wa.gov.

The certification was awarded by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) and signifies that Hull possesses the theoretical knowledge and practical experience in human resource management necessary to pass a rigorous examination.

Darling joined the Peoples Bank in 2004 and helped open the bank’s first office in Kitsap County. As a construction lender active in the local building community, she is a member of the Home Builder’s Association of Kitsap County, Kitsap County Board of Realtors, and Kitsap Housing Coalition.

 “We are pleased to promote Patti to assistant vice president,” commented Charlie Guildner, senior vice president and real estate loan manger. “She has worked very hard to provide the local community with a higher level of service and has achieved the level of excellence we highly regard at Peoples Bank.”

Peninsula Dermatology and Laser Clinic can be reached at (360) 698-6859.

“Kelly has a strong financial background, and a commitment to finding mortgage loans for her clients that will help them reach their financial goals,” noted Linda Smith, Kitsap Bank senior vice president/credit administrator.

“She is reliable, efficient, professional and calm even under duress as the ‘front line’ for our department,” her supervisor also stated.

West Sound Workforce can be reached at (360) 394-1882 or on the web at www.westsoundworkforce.com.

He is past president of Port Orchard Kiwanis and also served as treasurer for Bremerton Kiwanis. He has chaired the Kitsap HBA Home and Garden show, and served as treasurer of the Sidney Glen PTA.

“Larry is skilled in all facets of commercial banking, including management, sales and lending,” remarks Steve Politakis, executive vice president/chief credit officer, “We are pleased to welcome him to the Kitsap Bank team.”

Owner, Monica Downen, Says “This is a match made in heaven for us and we look forward to having Renee as dynamic part of our growing business.”

Tidball accepted an invitation to increase his current limited partnership holdings, while McCord and Bryant accepted an initial limited partnership offer.

Chief Senter has served as South Kitsap Fire and Rescue’s Fire Chief since Dec. 1, 2004 and was previously the Assistant Fire Chief of Support Services for SKFR since 1997. He currently serves as the vice-president of the Washington Fire Chiefs Association and as an executive board member of the International Association of Fire Chiefs, Fire and Life Safety Section.

The national advisory board is a vehicle to give Allstate agents and financial representatives a voice on national issues.  Members meet twice a year with Allstate’s senior leadership to focus on business issues of importance to its agents.

Reach Jantz at (360) 697-2446, 360) 769-0424 or RandiJantz@allstate.com.

Mathisen is a certified public accountant and attorney, and brings 22 years of strategic tax, financial and business planning for individuals and families as well as for private and family-owned businesses.

Harrison received her library degree from Western Michigan University.  She has worked as an academic reference librarian at Norwich University, developed a library for the Vermont Department of Social Services and been a Research Librarian for the National Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.  She moved to the Northwest and worked for Seattle Public Library for a few years before beginning her eighteen-year tenure at Kitsap Regional Library.

Davenport brings over 26 years of sales experience to the position having worked within the tobacco industry since 1985, most recently as a sales manager for the National Tobacco Company.

York will be responsible for the firm’s management team for the Port of Bremerton’s Marina Expansion and Floating Breakwater project.

Mizar will provide support to a number of the firm’s marine vessel renovation and repair projects. He has experience at PSNS and Intermediate Maintenance Facility, where he worked for 32 years as an electrical engineer.

Mundt joins IslandWood most recently from New Futures, a South King County non-profit, which partners with children and families who live in poverty to create new futures for them and their communities. He served as director of development and communications for New Futures. Previously, he served as manager of corporate communications for Flow International, a Seattle-area high-tech manufacturing leader.

Tolman, a partner with Tolman, Kirk and Franz in Poulsbo, has practiced in Poulsbo for 28 years.

Fitzpatrick has been in the banking industry for 21 years. During his nine years at Kitsap Bank, he has held the positions of assistant auditor, branch manager, compliance officer and certified bank auditor.

Pugh’s former Air Force friends and colleagues shared stories about the aircraft and Pugh’s history as one of the earliest pilots to take this plane to the very edge of space. Flying at 80,000 feet, SR-71 pilots could see the curvature of the earth. Traveling at over 2,200 miles per hour, the skin of the craft expands several inches and becomes so hot from air friction that one could not approach the plane for some time upon landing.

The program involved various liability management concepts, strategies, and case studies. Completion of the training allows him to provide consumer advice on how to best build wealth through the effective management of liabilities. Imel may also now act as an instructor for Realtors and CPA’s needing state required continuing education credits. He can be reached at (253) 851-0717.

Stevens has worked for the Knoxville News-Sentinel, the Seattle Times and the Colorado Springs Sun, and was most recently vice president of sales for the King County Journal. Stevens said his interest in returning to Kitsap stems from the region’s opportunity for business growth.