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Internet required to bring in tourists
WWW second best to being there to highlight what an area has to offer
By Temple A. Stark |
| Fifty percent of people tracked on how they decided to visit Kitsap County point to the Internet. “Absolutely the Internet is having an impact,” said Grant Griffin, executive director of the Kitsap Visitor and Convention Bureau. “We deal with tourism-related businesses for the most part and I’d say 99 percent of the companies we work with have a Web site... (Full Article) |
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Suquamish Clearwater Casino getting closer
to expansion of facilities
Slot machines added at end of July, more on the way
By Temple A. Stark |
| Though the Suquamish tribe is still not ready to make an announcement on expansion plans for its Clearwater Casino and Bingo facility, there’s been progress toward the day when work starts... (Full Article) |
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A roundup of area hotels and meeting places |
• Best Western Bremerton Inn, 4303 Kitsap Way, Bremerton, (360) 405-1111, Number of Rooms: 103, Floors: 2 on 4 buildings and 3 on 1 building.
Credit Cards: All major credit cards are accepted... (Full Article) |
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Kitsap County fairgrounds and guests
think on a grand scale
By Temple A. Stark |
Debby Baker’s job satisfaction comes from watching an event go off without a hitch.
Baker, project administrator and service manager at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds does all she can to help that happen... (Full Article) |
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Bainbridge Island residents have
an unconventional approach
Future development plan could address lack of facilities
By Temple A. Stark |
| Bainbridge Island falls on a double-edged sword when it comes to hosting seminars and conventions of any size. The island is close to Seattle and other large Puget Sound metropolitan areas. But, Bainbridge’s chamber of commerce director Kevin Dwyer said, that proximity cannot override a civic aversion to the idea of attracting corporate retreats... (Full Article) |
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Westsound Bank grows into its niché position
Employees highlight differences between big and small banks
By Temple A. Stark |
| Westsound Bank is aggressive, from president and CEO Dave Johnson on down. As one of the new kids on the block, Johnson believes Westsound Bank has found a niché through its accessible, open-minded approach to managing other people’s money... (Full Article) |
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What does it really take for you to get an SBA loan?
With a solid business plan or track record it can be easy
By Temple A. Stark |
| “Dear Entrepreneur, These are challenging times to own and operate a small business in the State of Washington! The U.S. Small Business Administration encourages you to pursue your dream of financial and personal prosperity... (Full Article) |
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Virtual banking, the future is still unclear
By Temple A. Stark |
If a bank’s not online its customers are in line. So the conventional wisdom goes.
And if every bank worth its salt offers “e-banking” does that mean there are no lingering after effects — for instance security indigestion... (Full Article)
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Wells Fargo names community relations manager
Dederer to oversee charitable giving for Western Washington |
| Mark Dederer has been named vice president and Community Relations manager for Wells Fargo, announced James Prunty, who leads Wells Fargo Community Banking in Western Washington... (Full Article) |
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Who doesn’t want to be a millionaire?
By Jim Larranaga (ARA) |
| The popularity of today’s quiz shows suggests that many people would make “Lady Luck” their final answer to the question: How does one become wealthy... (Full Article) |
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Credit unions offer sense of banking community for members
Banking industry points to growing similarity
between banks and credit unions
By Temple A. Stark |
When someone who has a credit union account walks into its building, they do so knowing they are part owner of the building and the assets.
That part owner sits down in the lobby fully aware that if the credit union makes an annual profit, he or she will see the direct benefit in dividend paybacks or through lower lending interest rates... (Full Article)
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How banks plan for your business
By Temple A. Stark |
While it might overstate the fact to say banks will do anything to attract business clients, they are flexible.
The quicker a bank can establish satisfied customers who own businesses, the better the chance for future growth... (Full Article)
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New services put a new spark into an old profession
Customers may switch banks because of
new services, but basics draw them there
By Temple A. Stark |
| New banking services are often considered gimmicks. But if customers respond to them, they are a success. A local example is the carrier service offered by Westsound Bank. Deposits and other transactions are picked up by carriers... (Full Article) |
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Pacific Northwest Bank to pay dividend |
| The Board of Directors of Pacific Northwest Bancorp, the holding company that owns Pacific Northwest Bank, have announced that a cash dividend of 14 cents per share will be paid on July 10, to shareholders of record as of June 14. Pacific Northwest Bancorp has consistently paid cash dividends since going public in July of 1991. |
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Bauer recognizes American Marine Bank |
American Marine Bank, the parent company of Silverdale Bank, has earned a 4 star Excellent Rating from Bauer Financial, Inc., of Coral Gables, Florida, the nation’s leading independent bank research firm. The award denotes an extraordinarily high level of strength, safety and performance and marks the 50th consecutive time American Marine has earned the coveted rating.
American Marine Bank was established in 1948 and has offices located in Bainbridge Island, Port Ludlow, Poulsbo and Seattle.
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The banking community of Kitsap County
By Marie Buckner |
| Our County’s banking community has something to offer for everyone. Here is an alphabetical listing of our area’s banks and what each provides... (Full Article) |
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Balancing the books using both figures and fingers
QuickBooks software the best out there
for small businesses say most accountants
By Temple A. Stark |
| Bookkeeping requires an organized mind. Juggling the dollars and cents can be instinctive, but is often learned. Luckily, there are certified public accountants and “idiot-proof” software to help. “Clean up your act and you can do a better job,” advises Susan Joyce, an accountant with Cox and Lucy in Port Orchard... (Full Article) |
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MYOB top Macintosh accounting software |
| MYOB US, Inc. has taken a commanding market lead in retail sales of Macintosh accounting software, having acquired a 54.4 percent market share in the category, ousting Intuit from this spot and out-performing CheckMark Software, Inc. and Aatrix Software, Inc... (Full Article) |
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Pair promoted at KCFCU |
| Kitsap Community Federal Credit Union (KCFCU) has named Paul Bidinger as its new South Kitsap Branch Manager. Bidinger has been with the Credit Union for five years, most recently as the Call Center Supervisor... (Full Article) |
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KCFCU promotes one, honors another |
| Kitsap Community Federal Credit Union (KCFCU) has promoted Doug Chadwick to Director of Commercial Lending and has named Patty Zinter as Employee of the First Quarter,2002... (Full Article) |
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Sharing lives, means sharing credit –
for better or worse |
| Planning a wedding involves endless details: finding the perfect dress, booking the liveliest band, sniffing out the tastiest caterer, and checking your credit report. Chances are you’ve taken care of the first three, but haven’t even thought about your credit report... (Full Article) |
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What do little folk do?
By Virginia Rollo Huber |
| In the land of giants, where did Jack go when he lost the money on the cow? He climbed a beanstalk, stole a hen that laid gold eggs, a bag of gold, and a magic golden harp from a sleeping giant, then slid down to Mamma to live happily ever after. With a record like that... (Full Article) |
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New statement design at Pacific NW |
| Pacific Northwest Bank has debuted a new statement design for deposit accounts, tailored to meet the varied needs of its retail and business customers... (Full Article) |
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KCFCU sponsoring Habitat run/walk |
| Kitsap Community Federal Credit Union (KCFCU) is the official sponsor of the eighth annual Hot Feet for Humanity Run/Walk. The event will be held on Aug. 10, in Suquamish. The family event will feature a 5K run/walk, face painting, a worm bin display and free refreshments. All proceeds will directly benefit Habitat For Humanity to help build homes for low-income families in Kitsap County... (Full Article) |
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Kitsap Bank earns Bauer’s best |
| Kitsap Bank has earned a 5-star Superior Rating, the highest awarded, from Bauer Financial, Inc., of Coral Gables, Fla., the nation’s leading independent bank research firm... (Full Article) |
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Take advantage of tax advantages
By: Ted Martin |
| The Tax Relief Act of 2001 provides more than the rebate checks many of you received last year. It includes provisions that could impact your financial security, from college savings to retirement planning... (Full Article) |
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