Elliot Gregg, Board Chair

Kitsap County dominates the eastern shore of the Olympic Peninsula in Northwest Washington State.  You will find here stunning mountains, forest, and water vistas.  You also get ready access to the world-class business, trade, educational, and cultural amenities of the Puget Sound Region.  We are located 35 minutes by ferry from downtown Seattle and 30 minutes by car from downtown Tacoma.  A population just over 240,000 assures a diversity of economic, social, and cultural activities.

Kitsap County is a vibrant business and economic development community.  When the national economy recently experienced a three-year downturn, Kitsap County has remained immune from the economic malaise.  This is due to the significant presence of the US Navy and to geographic, demographic, and institutional characteristics of our community.  A qualified workforce, business-friendly governments, choice business sites, excellent telecommunications infrastructure, and a compelling quality of life have set the stage for expanded economic activity in West Puget Sound.  ...more