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Banner Bank
From checking, savings and retirement products to lines of credit and business
money market accounts, Banner Bank has community banking completely covered. Right down to supporting local organizations like the Bellingham Angel group. Stop by a Banner branch near you with locations in Bellingham, Blaine, Burlington, Ferndale, Lynden,
Pt. Roberts and throughout the Northwest. Or visit anytime at bannerbank.com. Banner Bank, Better ideas. Better banking. Member
FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.
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Baron & Company
Baron & Company, a full-service marketing agency founded in 1982, has provided its public relations, marketing and creative services to companies, large and small, all over the United States and Canada. Using their strategic expertise and incorporating industry standard technology, Baron & Company has a strong track record of building and managing respected brands, in Northwest Washington and beyond. Baron & Company can help your company improve its reputation, explore new markets, and build stronger customer relationships. |
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Curnow and Co
Curnow and Co., P.S. believes that every client's situation is unique. We know that generic solutions cannot solve specific problems. Our goal is to understand the client's goals and to provide personalized service to help them achieve their objectives. Curnow and Co. offers a wide spectrum of professional consulting in business planning, taxation (including cross border transactions), system design and financial planning. In today's competitive world, we are here to assist in the development and growth of our clients' businesses.
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| PIER System
PIER System was formed to provide solutions for the ever-increasing demands for fast, direct and transparent communications. PIER (Public Information and Emergency Response) evolved out of a large-scale industrial accident that occurred in the Pacific Northwest in 1999. Designed specifically to put all vital tools needed by communicators onto a single, easy-to-use web-based platform, PIER was created to improve speed, efficiency and information control. Since its introduction, PIER has been put in use by many of the world's leading oil and energy companies, major federal agencies, leading universities, major corporations and a large number of smaller government agencies, non-profits and commercial enterprises. The company is privately held and headquartered in Bellingham, WA.
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Unity HR, LLC
Unity HR, LLC was founded on the principle of delivering a single platform of Payroll & Professional Business Administrative services to help our clients operate competitively and efficiently in today's complex marketplace. By removing many time consuming and burdensome overhead tasks, we allow the business owner to be more focused on their core product, enhancing company productivity and profitability. Empowering our clients through technology and outstanding customer support gains them the resources to attract, retain and develop key employees.
Established in 2002 and located in the heart of Bellingham's historic Fountain district, Unity HR, LLC is a privately held, locally owned company. Our mission is to deliver a business system infrastructure to meet the diversified needs of each of our clients administrative, strategic and visionary goals, regardless of the chosen endeavor
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Brand Strategy, Inc.
BrandStrategy, Inc. advises leading brands worldwide including corporations, communities, societies, professional associations, institutions, countries, world-class professionals, celebrities and successful individuals who desire to optimize their perception, image and success. We are passionate about building Genuine Brands and we partner with our clients to create a brand paradigm shift that results in a distinct "Position of Privilege."
Duane Knapp is the founder and chairman of BrandStrategy, Inc. and he has advised over 325 brands in 14 countries including AT&T, Tourism Vancouver, Bloomingdales, Haggen, Inc., Sunkist, Longs Drug Stores, American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Automobile Association (AAA) and Santa Monica Convention and Visitors Bureau.
His current book, The BrandPromise® has just been recently published by McGraw Hill. The BrandMindset®, was selected by IBM and American Express as the "must read" book for their top 400 executives. It is now available in seven languages and is considered the definitive guide to building Genuine Brands. He is also the co-author of Destination BrandScienceTM, published by the Destination Marketing Association International, the guide book for developing Genuine Brands for convention and visitor bureaus, tourism boards and destinations.
Our BrandPromise philosophy is highly acclaimed and has been extensively referenced and quoted in many books and publications, including Tim Sanders' bestseller, Love is the Killer App, Nick Wreden's FusionBranding, Michael Levine's A Branded World, David Aaker's, Building Strong Brands, Doug Prices's License to Serve and Tony Simons's, Integrity Dividend.
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Washington Technology Center
Washington Technology Center (WTC) is a statewide economic development organization focused on technology and innovation. WTC's assistance includes:
1. Federal Funding: WTC helps entrepreneurial technology companies secure federal funding through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program.
2. State Research Funding: WTC's Research & Technology Development (RTD) grant provides matching funds for industry-university collaborative projects. The RTD program awards over $1 million annually.
3. Business Consulting Program: WTC's Business Consulting Program provides one hour pro-bono consulting to Washington companies.
4. Angel Network Program: The WTC Angel Network connects regional investment groups to increase early-stage funding opportunities. Since 2003, WTC's Angel Network Program has assisted the formation of several angel groups.
5. Microfabrication Laboratory: The WTC Lab offers advanced microfabrication and characterization capabilities. The Lab represents almost $20 million in facilities and equipment and it is available to industry and academic researchers.
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