Jason Parker was recently elected as acting President of Kitsap Alliance of Resources for Elders (KARE).

“Richard Tizzano has done a great job the past two years leading us. He has set the groundwork, and I’m excited to get the chance to build on it,” said Parker, president of Parker Financial LLC. “Our goal is to continue reaching out to the community and making resources available to them. I’ve already started contacting possible speakers for our annual conference.” read more »

Mutual of Omaha Bank has named Kris Gjylameti assistant vice president and regional account executive for the Pacific Northwest region of its Community Association Banking operation. Based in Seattle, Gjylameti will provide specialized banking services to property management companies, homeowner associations and homeowners in Washington, Oregon and Alaska.

Gjylameti joined the bank’s Community Association Banking team in 2006 as a regional account executive for Washington and Oregon and was promoted to assistant vice president for the Hawaii market in 2008, where has served the past three years. He is actively involved in the HOA industry as a member of the Community Association Institute (CAI) and Oregon Washington Community Association Managers (OWCAM).

lia sophia recently announced top honors for its Excellent Beginnings Program Achievers for their outstanding sales accomplishments and professionalism. After only 15 weeks in the fashion jewelry business, Heidi Cassel has attained certain sales levels and by sharing lia sophia with other new advisors.

According to Bonni Davis, senior vice president, U.S. sales and marketing of lia sophia, “This immediate success is a result of Heidi’s hard work and dedication. lia sophia is fortunate to have this individual as part of our team and we look forward to celebrating future successes.”

For more information on the Excellent Beginnings program, or on lia sophia, reach Cassel at www.liasophia.com/heidicassel.

Teragren, located on Bainbridge Island, manufacturer of environmentally friendly bamboo flooring, panels, veneer, and worktops, announced that Caitlyn Kari has been named marketing communications manager, and Bryan Ripka as northwest regional sales manager.

“Caitlyn brings an outstanding focus to this new position based on her experience at one of the leading sustainable organizations in the wine industry. Her understanding of sustainable supply chains, social media, and environmental ethics make her a great addition to the team. Also Bryan is an excellent addition, bringing a terrific background in green building materials, with experience on both the manufacturer and retail side of the selling equation,” said Teragren President, Mike Boshart.

Val Mailander, Ma, PhD, retired psychologist, probation officer and TV producer/actress is offering introductory lectures and group meditations on the Kitsap Peninsula. She has taught over 1,000 people over the past 40 years.

Mailander states that Transcendental Meditation (TM) is for everybody, students and elders, of all religions and philosophies. Further, she states that TM is a world renowned, scientifically validated technique that provides increased energy, intelligence and tranquility. “Peacefulness and happiness are two of the chief results of regular practice of Transcendental Meditation,” she said. read more »

Greer Gates, 14 years old, makes and sells jewelry to raise money for cancer research at the University of Washington Medical Center. Her 2011 sales were double her goal and generated more than $10,600.00 in total to UWMC. The money goes to support research and prevention of Ovarian and Breast Cancer led by Dr. Elizabeth Swisher. read more »

Windermere Real Estate Bainbridge Island recently welcomed Carleen Gosney to its island-based family of real estate professionals.

Gosney’s years of real estate industry service has always been rooted in her connection to the Bainbridge Island community. Most recently, she explored the benefits and logistics of international marketing during a stint with Realogics Sotheby’s International Real Estate. Her move back to Windermere underscores the critical connections between local knowledge and client outcomes. read more »

The Home Builders Association of Kitsap County (HBA) celebrated the installation of officers and directors as well as recognized the volunteers that donate their time to the Association and its members. Included in this event was the annual recognition of the Associate, Remodeler, and Builder members of the year.

Dee Coppola with Wet Apple Media was recognized as the 2011 Associate of the Year for her unrelenting support of the Association and its members. read more »

InTheWorks, Inc. (ITW) announces that Ted Treanor joined its management team. InTheWorks is a Kitsap County-based clean technology company with plans to expand operations within the county.

Scott Reynvaan, ITW’s CEO and co-founder, said, “Ted has shown great value as a trusted advisor over the years. He will join us in strategically positioning the company into its global leadership role. Our next generation catalytic converter will transform the catalytic industry for the combustion engine. read more »