Topic: Business
Chamber Featured Member of the Month
Written on December 8, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Post San Juan is the Chamber’s Featured Member for the month of December. Here’s more about that from owners Jim and Pam Cromer… Pam & I first ventured to San Juan Island in mid-1990 when we were married at a bed & breakfast in Friday Harbor. We were both working for a major Home Center Continue Reading
Cattle Point Light Repair Project: Information Update
Written on December 2, 2016 at 9:01 am, by Tim Dustrude
Heads up to island contractors – this is from the Coast Guard about upcoming improvements to Cattle Point Light… The Coast Guard is preparing to contract work to correct foundation deficiencies at the Cattle Point Light using our established Regional Multiple Award Construction Contractors including a number from Washington State. A pre-proposal information meeting and Continue Reading
Help Wanted
Written on December 1, 2016 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
We have an immediate opening for a Chief Scientist. The Chief Scientist is responsible for the technical direction of Luxel’s ultra-thin film deposition processes. The position is hands-on in the lab, while also including extensive customer contact and sales support. Domestic and international travel is required several times per year. The ability to juggle multiple Continue Reading
Salty Fox Coffee
Written on November 30, 2016 at 4:43 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Andrea Hampton is the new owner of the coffee shop down there by the ferry landing. It used to be Far North Cafe owned by Eric Bienenstock and The Doctor’s Office owned by Mary Nash before that. Andrea, who worked for Eric for about a year and half, and who you may also know from Continue Reading
Congratulations!
Written on November 30, 2016 at 9:26 am, by Tim Dustrude
Addie Miller took first place and a $2000 prize in the Economic Development Council’s 2nd Annual Business Plan Competition for her women’s comfort clothing company, Tush & Bush. Kris Brown of Printonyx took second place and $1300 for an online printing-ordering business, tentatively named Isle Print (but don’t write that name in ink just yet). Third Continue Reading
Rental Investment Options for San Juan Island
Written on November 29, 2016 at 5:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
Merri Ann Simonson shares these real estate tips with you… If you are contemplating buying a rental investment on island, one of the Roche Harbor Resort homes or parcels should be on the list for consideration. In 2005 I purchased a two bedroom rental house in the resort and have been very pleased with my Continue Reading
New Physician for PIMC
Written on November 25, 2016 at 10:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
Family Medicine physician joins PeaceHealth Medical Group in Friday Harbor Shawn Vainio, MD, recently joined PeaceHealth Medical Group Family Medicine at PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center. He is available two weeks a month to provide clinical care to patients of all ages, as well as care to patients who are hospitalized. Dr. Vainio has provided Continue Reading
Luxel Sends Products into Space
Written on November 23, 2016 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Travis Ayers, the president of Luxel Corporation shares this news with you… Dear Editor, I had the privilege of seeing the launch of the GOES-R satellite in person this past weekend! More products made in Friday Harbor are headed for geostationary orbit approximately 22,000 miles away from earth. From http://www.goes-r.gov/: NOAA’s Next Generation of Geostationary Continue Reading
Shop San Juan Island
Written on November 22, 2016 at 4:07 pm, by Tim Dustrude
During the off-peak season, shopping on-island during the holidays is a powerful way for residents to invest in our local economy. The San Juan Islands Insider app and Instagram are great tools that help our local businesses engage and reward their customers throughout the entire year. Friday, November 25th is the start of the San Continue Reading
Chamber Chat
Written on November 18, 2016 at 5:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s time for the November issue of Chamber Chat, written by Lauren Cohen, Co-owner San Juan Canvas, LLC and Chamber of Commerce Board President… Wow… it seems like we were just talking about our busy summer and here we are with the holidays right around the corner. The San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce Board of Continue Reading
Writing for Business
Written on November 17, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers free workshop on Writing for Business Effective business writing is not only a key tool, it defines one’s image as a business person or entrepreneur. Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council for a FREE workshop on the topic of Writing for Business, on Tuesday, November 22nd from 1-2:00 p.m. on San Juan Continue Reading
New Shoe Repair Business
Written on November 15, 2016 at 2:29 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Members of the the SJI Chamber of Commerce along with Mayor Carrie Lacher and Town Administrator Duncan Wilson welcomed Blaine Schmidt and his new shoe and leather repair business with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, November 15. Blaine opened the doors to Schmidt’s Shoe & Shine LLC in early October over in the Surina Continue Reading
Chamber Featured Member of the Month
Written on November 8, 2016 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Nancy Young of Coldwell Banker San Juan Islands is this month’s San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce Featured Member of the Month. Nancy’s accomplishments include REALTOR® of the Year in 1997 and 2003. Community Service Award 1997. Member of the Million Dollar Club. Licensed since 1984, and currently a Managing Broker. Coldwell Banker Production Achievements: Continue Reading
Griffin Bay Bookstore Annual Sale
Written on November 2, 2016 at 7:32 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Anniversary Open House on Saturday, November 5, 10:00 am—6:00 pm 20% off on all books in the store It’s that time of year again, and Griffin Bay Bookstore will hold its annual Open House and Sale on Saturday, November 5, 10:00 am—6:00 pm to celebrate 37 years of bookselling. You’ll find the bookstore brimful of Continue Reading
LinkedIn Workshop
Written on October 30, 2016 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers free workshop on LinkedIn for business and career development Many people have joined LinkedIn, but how can it be used for career enhancement and to generate business? Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council for a FREE workshop on the topic of LinkedIn for Business & Career Development, on Tuesday, November 8th Continue Reading
Ribbon Cutting for SSL Building
Written on October 28, 2016 at 3:44 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The official ribbon cutting ceremony happened today at the Spring Street Landing building. A good crowd of about 100 or so people showed up to get a first glimpse of the inside of the new Downrigger’s Restaurant and also check out the businesses below. According to Debbie Rishel, Downrigger’s is planning to open for business Continue Reading
Spring Street Landing Nears Completion
Written on October 19, 2016 at 11:10 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Port of Friday Harbor wraps up construction on the new waterfront building located at 10 Front Street Friday harbor, WA. The Port will celebrate with a ribbon-cutting and Grand Opening ceremony Friday, October 28 at 2:00 p.m. The building replaces 1960’s construction that was destroyed by a fire in August of 2013. The state-of-the Continue Reading
SJI Real Estate Market Summary
Written on October 19, 2016 at 5:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
By Merri Ann Simonson – Due to the fact that Real Market Data no longer produces a report containing all of the transactions in the County, effective this quarter I am forced to use the NWMLS as my data source. The County’s site is too cumbersome but complies with State regulations. The site reports property Continue Reading
New Propane Business
Written on October 18, 2016 at 5:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
Donny Galt of Ace Hardware and Jimmie Lawson of Jim’s Heating have partnered together to create a new business offering propane to the islands. Inter Island Propane and Mechanical will be the only locally owned propane business on the island. “With the recent buyout of VanderYacht Propane by AmeriGas (DBA San Juan Propane) we both Continue Reading
Chamber Chat
Written on October 17, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s the October edition of Chamber Chat, written by Lauren Cohen, Co-owner San Juan Canvas, LLC and Chamber of Commerce Board President… Fall has arrived on San Juan Island. This truly is such a beautiful time of year here. It is great to see so many visitors on the island especially on the weekends. All Continue Reading
Business Planning & Financing Workshop
Written on October 12, 2016 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers FREE workshop on business planning and financing The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE workshop for small businesses and entrepreneurs on Orcas Island, on Monday, October 17th from 12:30-4:00 p.m. Advance registration is required. The business and financing workshop course material will be presented by Tony Salas of the Continue Reading
Mindfulness for Business
Written on October 11, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers workshop on mindfulness for business The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE workshop on the topic of mindfulness in business, on Monday, October 17th from 1-2:00 p.m. on San Juan Island. Advance registration is required. Mindfulness was once considered a fringe movement in the Western world, but is now being Continue Reading
Chamber Featured Member of the Month
Written on December 8, 2016 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Post San Juan is the Chamber’s Featured Member for the month of December. Here’s more about that from owners Jim and Pam Cromer… Pam & I first ventured to San Juan Island in mid-1990 when we were married at a bed & breakfast in Friday Harbor. We were both working for a major Home Center Continue Reading
Cattle Point Light Repair Project: Information Update
Written on December 2, 2016 at 9:01 am, by Tim Dustrude
Heads up to island contractors – this is from the Coast Guard about upcoming improvements to Cattle Point Light… The Coast Guard is preparing to contract work to correct foundation deficiencies at the Cattle Point Light using our established Regional Multiple Award Construction Contractors including a number from Washington State. A pre-proposal information meeting and Continue Reading
Help Wanted
Written on December 1, 2016 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
We have an immediate opening for a Chief Scientist. The Chief Scientist is responsible for the technical direction of Luxel’s ultra-thin film deposition processes. The position is hands-on in the lab, while also including extensive customer contact and sales support. Domestic and international travel is required several times per year. The ability to juggle multiple Continue Reading
Salty Fox Coffee
Written on November 30, 2016 at 4:43 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Andrea Hampton is the new owner of the coffee shop down there by the ferry landing. It used to be Far North Cafe owned by Eric Bienenstock and The Doctor’s Office owned by Mary Nash before that. Andrea, who worked for Eric for about a year and half, and who you may also know from Continue Reading
Congratulations!
Written on November 30, 2016 at 9:26 am, by Tim Dustrude
Addie Miller took first place and a $2000 prize in the Economic Development Council’s 2nd Annual Business Plan Competition for her women’s comfort clothing company, Tush & Bush. Kris Brown of Printonyx took second place and $1300 for an online printing-ordering business, tentatively named Isle Print (but don’t write that name in ink just yet). Third Continue Reading
Rental Investment Options for San Juan Island
Written on November 29, 2016 at 5:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
Merri Ann Simonson shares these real estate tips with you… If you are contemplating buying a rental investment on island, one of the Roche Harbor Resort homes or parcels should be on the list for consideration. In 2005 I purchased a two bedroom rental house in the resort and have been very pleased with my Continue Reading
New Physician for PIMC
Written on November 25, 2016 at 10:33 am, by Tim Dustrude
Family Medicine physician joins PeaceHealth Medical Group in Friday Harbor Shawn Vainio, MD, recently joined PeaceHealth Medical Group Family Medicine at PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center. He is available two weeks a month to provide clinical care to patients of all ages, as well as care to patients who are hospitalized. Dr. Vainio has provided Continue Reading
Luxel Sends Products into Space
Written on November 23, 2016 at 5:53 am, by Tim Dustrude
Travis Ayers, the president of Luxel Corporation shares this news with you… Dear Editor, I had the privilege of seeing the launch of the GOES-R satellite in person this past weekend! More products made in Friday Harbor are headed for geostationary orbit approximately 22,000 miles away from earth. From http://www.goes-r.gov/: NOAA’s Next Generation of Geostationary Continue Reading
Shop San Juan Island
Written on November 22, 2016 at 4:07 pm, by Tim Dustrude
During the off-peak season, shopping on-island during the holidays is a powerful way for residents to invest in our local economy. The San Juan Islands Insider app and Instagram are great tools that help our local businesses engage and reward their customers throughout the entire year. Friday, November 25th is the start of the San Continue Reading
Chamber Chat
Written on November 18, 2016 at 5:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s time for the November issue of Chamber Chat, written by Lauren Cohen, Co-owner San Juan Canvas, LLC and Chamber of Commerce Board President… Wow… it seems like we were just talking about our busy summer and here we are with the holidays right around the corner. The San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce Board of Continue Reading
Writing for Business
Written on November 17, 2016 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers free workshop on Writing for Business Effective business writing is not only a key tool, it defines one’s image as a business person or entrepreneur. Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council for a FREE workshop on the topic of Writing for Business, on Tuesday, November 22nd from 1-2:00 p.m. on San Juan Continue Reading
New Shoe Repair Business
Written on November 15, 2016 at 2:29 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Members of the the SJI Chamber of Commerce along with Mayor Carrie Lacher and Town Administrator Duncan Wilson welcomed Blaine Schmidt and his new shoe and leather repair business with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, November 15. Blaine opened the doors to Schmidt’s Shoe & Shine LLC in early October over in the Surina Continue Reading
Chamber Featured Member of the Month
Written on November 8, 2016 at 5:35 am, by Tim Dustrude
Nancy Young of Coldwell Banker San Juan Islands is this month’s San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce Featured Member of the Month. Nancy’s accomplishments include REALTOR® of the Year in 1997 and 2003. Community Service Award 1997. Member of the Million Dollar Club. Licensed since 1984, and currently a Managing Broker. Coldwell Banker Production Achievements: Continue Reading
Griffin Bay Bookstore Annual Sale
Written on November 2, 2016 at 7:32 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Anniversary Open House on Saturday, November 5, 10:00 am—6:00 pm 20% off on all books in the store It’s that time of year again, and Griffin Bay Bookstore will hold its annual Open House and Sale on Saturday, November 5, 10:00 am—6:00 pm to celebrate 37 years of bookselling. You’ll find the bookstore brimful of Continue Reading
LinkedIn Workshop
Written on October 30, 2016 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers free workshop on LinkedIn for business and career development Many people have joined LinkedIn, but how can it be used for career enhancement and to generate business? Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council for a FREE workshop on the topic of LinkedIn for Business & Career Development, on Tuesday, November 8th Continue Reading
Ribbon Cutting for SSL Building
Written on October 28, 2016 at 3:44 pm, by Tim Dustrude
The official ribbon cutting ceremony happened today at the Spring Street Landing building. A good crowd of about 100 or so people showed up to get a first glimpse of the inside of the new Downrigger’s Restaurant and also check out the businesses below. According to Debbie Rishel, Downrigger’s is planning to open for business Continue Reading
Spring Street Landing Nears Completion
Written on October 19, 2016 at 11:10 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Port of Friday Harbor wraps up construction on the new waterfront building located at 10 Front Street Friday harbor, WA. The Port will celebrate with a ribbon-cutting and Grand Opening ceremony Friday, October 28 at 2:00 p.m. The building replaces 1960’s construction that was destroyed by a fire in August of 2013. The state-of-the Continue Reading
SJI Real Estate Market Summary
Written on October 19, 2016 at 5:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
By Merri Ann Simonson – Due to the fact that Real Market Data no longer produces a report containing all of the transactions in the County, effective this quarter I am forced to use the NWMLS as my data source. The County’s site is too cumbersome but complies with State regulations. The site reports property Continue Reading
New Propane Business
Written on October 18, 2016 at 5:54 am, by Tim Dustrude
Donny Galt of Ace Hardware and Jimmie Lawson of Jim’s Heating have partnered together to create a new business offering propane to the islands. Inter Island Propane and Mechanical will be the only locally owned propane business on the island. “With the recent buyout of VanderYacht Propane by AmeriGas (DBA San Juan Propane) we both Continue Reading
Chamber Chat
Written on October 17, 2016 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s the October edition of Chamber Chat, written by Lauren Cohen, Co-owner San Juan Canvas, LLC and Chamber of Commerce Board President… Fall has arrived on San Juan Island. This truly is such a beautiful time of year here. It is great to see so many visitors on the island especially on the weekends. All Continue Reading
Business Planning & Financing Workshop
Written on October 12, 2016 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers FREE workshop on business planning and financing The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE workshop for small businesses and entrepreneurs on Orcas Island, on Monday, October 17th from 12:30-4:00 p.m. Advance registration is required. The business and financing workshop course material will be presented by Tony Salas of the Continue Reading
Mindfulness for Business
Written on October 11, 2016 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers workshop on mindfulness for business The San Juan County Economic Development Council will present a FREE workshop on the topic of mindfulness in business, on Monday, October 17th from 1-2:00 p.m. on San Juan Island. Advance registration is required. Mindfulness was once considered a fringe movement in the Western world, but is now being Continue Reading