For Dr. Chantae Recasner, education is more than a career. It is a pathway to freedom, opportunity and the ability to shape one’s own future. A first-generation college graduate who began her career as a high school English teacher, Recasner has spent her professional life working to make higher education more accessible, empowering and responsive …
Naval Base Kitsap Commanding Officer Capt. Alexander Baerg discusses the installation’s role in Kitsap County’s economy, workforce and community. He also shares his vision for modernization, local partnerships and the future of one of the nation’s most strategically important naval installations.
From supporting entrepreneurs and attracting investment to helping shape the future of the region’s workforce, Joe Morrison has spent his career focused on economic opportunity.
Kitsap Public Utility District has appointed Amanda Cheatham as its new outreach and education specialist, a public-facing role focused on strengthening community understanding of the utility’s services, projects and programs.
Olympic College has named Wendy Coates as vice president of development and community engagement. In the role, Coates will serve on the college president’s executive team and as executive director of the Olympic College Foundation.
The Point Casino & Hotel has named Marc Papaj as its new general manager, according to an announcement from Noo-Kayet Investments, the economic development entity of the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe.
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 …
Gribble joins the Port Angeles-based bank from Ideal Image, where she served as chief people officer and oversaw human resources functions including talent acquisition, performance management, employee engagement, organizational development, compensation and benefits.
Jones, a tribal member, is the first Port Gamble S’Klallam citizen to lead the organization since it was formed in 2008. He officially began the role March 9, succeeding interim CEO Eric Croft, who will remain with the organization as chief operating officer.
