Executive Q&A

As a fourth-generation Bremertonian, Wes Larson has deep roots in the community he now helps shape through development. His family’s connection to Bremerton stretches back more than a century — his great-grandfather served as mayor in 1914 — and that sense of place continues to influence his work today.

With more than a century of service behind it, Martha & Mary has long been a cornerstone of care for children, seniors and families across Kitsap County. Today, as demand for accessible, high-quality care continues to grow, the organization is evolving to meet modern challenges while staying rooted in its founding values of compassion and …

For more than two decades, Jay Burghart has played a key role in shaping healthcare delivery in Kitsap County, helping guide The Doctors Clinic through growth, industry changes and an increasingly complex medical landscape.

Few leaders can say they’ve grown alongside the organization they now lead. John Clauson can.

As Kitsap County continues to grow, the systems that support daily life — water, wastewater treatment, and broadband — play an increasingly critical role in economic stability and opportunity. At the center of that work is Kitsap Public Utilities District General Manager Angela Bennink, a lifelong Kitsap resident whose career has focused on expanding access …

Diana Riggins brings a lifetime of entrepreneurial experience and strategic thinking to her role as Business & Economic Development Program Manager for the Suquamish Tribe. A business owner from a young age and a seasoned consultant long before entering public service, Riggins now applies those skills at a scale that reaches far beyond individual enterprises, …

For more than a decade, Caffe Cocina has been a community touchstone in Poulsbo — a place where great coffee, local connection, and entrepreneurial grit intersect. At the center of it all is CEO Eric Mahler, whose unlikely path from banking to specialty coffee has shaped one of Kitsap County’s most recognizable hometown brands.

Food insecurity is one of the most pressing issues facing communities across the country—and Kitsap County is no exception. Behind every food bank is a dedicated team working tirelessly to ensure that no one in their community goes hungry.

As President and CEO of the Greater Kitsap Chamber, Irene Moyer is guiding the organization through a new era of collaboration, innovation, and regional impact. With a background in higher education, nonprofit leadership, and communications, Moyer has focused on strengthening membership, expanding programs, and amplifying advocacy for businesses across Kitsap County.

Jason Driver is steering one of Kitsap County’s most vital community institutions through a period of change and growth. With nearly 30 years of experience in libraries and youth advocacy, Driver is focused on strengthening the library’s culture, deepening community partnerships, and reimagining what a modern library can be.