Briefs: Boeing names Suppliers of the Year awards

Boeing names Suppliers of the Year awards

Boeing has named its 2015 Supplier of the Year award winners, recognizing 12 companies for the high quality of their product or service and the value they create for Boeing and its global airline and U.S. and allied government customers. Snohomish County awardees are Teague for design, JAMCO America for interiors and Labinal Power Systems for electrical.

Marysville Edward Jones financial adviser earns certification

Greg Jensen of the financial services firm Edward Jones in Marysville has been authorized by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards to use the highly regarded CFP certification mark. Jensen successfully completed the board’s initial certification requirements, which include completion of financial planning coursework and passing a comprehensive examination. Individuals who hold CFP certification must meet ongoing continuing education requirements.

Artists asked to submit art for TEDxSnoIsleLibraries series

The Snohomish County Arts Commission has issued a call-to-artist to create or provide a temporary interactive-based work of art, or performance art experience, to be included as part of the TEDxSnoIsleLibraries main event, scheduled for Nov. 18 at the Edmonds Center for the Arts. The deadline for submissions is June 6. Go to www.snohomishcountyarts.org/ for details.

Mountlake Terrace’s Terracon adds new safety rules

As part of Safety Week during the first week of May, Terracon announced a number of changes to its Safety Rules and Practices. The engineering consulting firm with offices in Mountlake Terrace has implemented a total prohibition of cellphone use while driving on company business. Terracon also added a Safety Check-In program to engage employees in sharing safety ideas.

Former Seattle Pacific University dean named state information-tech director

Former dean of the School of Business, Government and Economics at Seattle Pacific University Joseph Williams has been named the Washington State Director of Economic Development for the Information and Communication Technology sector. He will serve as principal adviser to Gov. Jay Inslee to help develop and grow Washington’s $40-billion information and communication technology industry sector.

State: Party buses need permit, minimum insurance

State regulators warn that before booking a party bus, consumers need to confirm the company has the proper permit. Party bus companies must have a permit from the Utilities and Transportation Commission and are required to meet minimum insurance standards, pass regular safety inspections on their vehicles, and perform drug and alcohol testing on their drivers. Go to www.utc.wa.gov/charterbus or call 1-888-333-9882.

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