For entrepreneurs trying to grow businesses outside Washington’s major metropolitan centers, conferences like the Flywheel Investment Conference offer more than networking opportunities or investor pitches. They provide momentum, visibility and connection.
Real Estate, Construction, and Development in Kitsap County Kitsap County is undergoing a remarkable transformation as real estate, construction, and development continue to reshape communities across the region. From expanding residential neighborhoods to revitalized downtown corridors and growing commercial centers, the county is emerging as one of Washington State’s most attractive destinations for homeowners, investors, …
I went to IPW 2026 in Fort Lauderdale knowing that this was an opportunity to share about the Kitsap Peninsula and listen to international tour operators, travel advisors, wholesalers, and destination partners from around the world. Not just for where people want to go, but for what they want to feel when they get there.Travelers …
Why supporting entrepreneurs means investing in the long-term resilience of our communities One year ago this month, we celebrated the graduation celebration of the 2025 Matchstick Lab Micro Business Accelerator cohort, a program that brought together 24 groundbreakers in the Kitsap community and invested heavily in the growth and development of the next iteration of …
Why founders, investors, and everyday leaders have more influence on Kitsap’s future than they realize. Spring is one of my favorite times of year, because it has a way of revealing what was already growing beneath the surface. In Kitsap, that means bursts of technicolor in the natural world around us—alongside fresh energy and real …
How Real Estate, Manufacturing, Maritime, and Trades Are Powering the Local MarketKitsap County’s real estate market does not operate in a vacuum—it is deeply connected to the region’s core industries. In 2025, the interplay between housing, manufacturing, maritime operations, and skilled trades has defined both the opportunities and constraints shaping the local economy. As the …
The best place to build a tech company isn’t where you think
Matchstick Lab has received a $75,000 award from the U.S. Small Business Administration’s 2025 Growth Accelerator Fund Competition, positioning the organization to launch Kitsap County’s first coordinated effort to expand local access to capital.
County Commissioner Christine Rolfes outlines key accomplishments, budget pressures, and infrastructure concerns in an address to the Poulsbo North Kitsap Rotary Club.
Everywhere I look in Kitsap right now, I see sparks. I see them in the eyes of a first-time founder refining her wireframes late into the night, and in conversations between seasoned business owners sharing insights over coffee. I see them on white board walls at Vibe Coworks, in underwater test environments with Navy Lab …
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