Everett’s Hand in Hand to receive tech help
In partnership with Seattle CityClub, Seattle technology consulting company Wimmer has provided 40 hours of pro bono technology and business consulting expertise for the 2014 Jefferson Award winners from Washington state including Hand in Hand Safe Place of Everett. Founded by Todd McNeal, Hand in Hand is a safe house for children entering the foster care system.
International trade growing more important to state economy
According to Business Roundtable’s research, international trade supports more than 915,000 jobs in Washington, and in 2013, $73.8 billion in goods and $26.5 billion in services were exported from Washington. Washington’s trade-related employment grew 3.3 times faster than total employment from 2004 to 2013. Customers in 212 countries buy Washington-made goods and services.
Sign up for NW Sustainability Challenge
The free-to-enter NW Washington Sustainability Challenge is scheduled for March 3 at Everett Community College. It is a regional competition for businesses and students designed to inspire innovative sustainability products and provide support for entrepreneurs. Winners get cash awards and ongoing business support. To register or for more information about the challenge, visit nwsustainabilitychallenge.com.
Support EvCC by dining at Lombardi’s
Lombardi’s plans donate 5 percent of the proceeds from every lunch and dinner on Friday and Saturday to the Everett Community College Foundation. Lombardi’s restaurants are located at 1620 West Marine View Drive in Everett and at 19409 Bothell Everett Highway in south Mill Creek. For more information about the foundation, visit EverettCC.edu/Foundation.
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