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Navy leaders, elected officials, community stakeholders and business owners gathered to learn about SIOP (Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program), the Navy's massive investment  to construct and recapitalize dry docks, recapitalize and reconfigure infrastructure, and modernize industrial plant equipment.    Reposted with permission: Kitsap Sun by Peiyu Lin  ...Continue Reading

In recent years, Kitsap has witnessed a transformative shift in its workforce landscape. To gain deeper insights into evolving workforce development issues impacting the local economy, we sat down with Monica Blackwood, President & CEO of West Sound Workforce, a prominent staffing company based in Kitsap.Evolving Workforce DynamicsBroader regional trends...Continue Reading

New Leadership at Visit Kitsap Peninsula Ushers in a New Era of Tourism Excellence Visit Kitsap Peninsula (VKP), the prominent destination marketing organization dedicated to promoting tourism and fostering economic development across the Kitsap Peninsula region, proudly announces the appointment of Aljolynn Sperber as its new Executive Director. Sperber, a renowned...Continue Reading

There is an upcoming PSNS & IMF Industry Day taking place on October 5,2023, 10am -2:00pm at the Naval Undersea Museum in Keyport Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF) is hosting an Industry Day October 5, 2023, at the Naval Undersea Museum in Keyport, WA. Industry...Continue Reading

The Washington State Electric Vehicle Charging Program will offer $64 million to install Level 2 and DC fast chargers throughout the state, with a goal of directing 40% of program funding for installations in overburdened and vulnerable communities.Applications for the program are open now through Dec.1, 2023. Two webinars will be...Continue Reading

Washington State Broadband Office awards $14.5 million to provide one-on-one technical support, devices, and subscriptions to facilitate internet use and adoption OLYMPIA, WA --- Most of us take the internet for granted, yet nearly 240,000 Washington households do not have access to high-speed internet, and 4% do not have access to...Continue Reading

The Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) has again partnered with the Center for Economic and Business Research at Western Washington University to produce the seventh annual Kitsap Top Employers List. This primary research product is the most frequently accessed report on KEDA’s website. This data is utilized by public and...Continue Reading

In the heart of Kitsap, Washington, a family-based engineering business stands as a testament to the enduring impact of generational businesses on economic development. Art Anderson, a multidisciplinary engineering services firm deeply rooted in the region, has witnessed the ebb and flow of economic changes, adapting to the shifting landscape...Continue Reading

WWU Business Management program is in need of  2-3 organizations on the Kitsap peninsula that can use some HR specific pro-bono advice/consulting. This is a mutually beneficial exercise. The students will gain some real- world HR experience and the organizations will gain valuable theory and research-based insights into their HR...Continue Reading

The Kitsap Peninsula, located just west of Seattle, is a place of unparalleled natural beauty, and with over 350 miles of saltwater shoreline on western Puget Sound and Hood Canal, it is a haven for water sports and outdoor enthusiasts. Its unique marine environments, natural scenic beauty of mountains and...Continue Reading

Additional funding available – $2.1 million for new round of CCPG for community-led projects to increase child care availability  The Washington State Department of Commerce is supporting coalition-like partnerships that develop community solutions to address the shortage of affordable, quality child care in Washington.  Commerce seeks to award...Continue Reading

Please join Washington PTAC and the Port of Seattle for the 2023 Advanced PortGen virtual training series.  We’ll kick off the 5 week training series Tuesday September 12th. All sessions are Tuesday afternoons from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Below are the registration links for each session:  September 12...Continue Reading

Digital Navigator Program Grant applications due August 13 -  Commerce has $14.5 million in grants available for eligible organizations to provide digital equity and navigation services to Washington residents and households with limited access to broadband services. Details: Eligible applicants must be a consortium, which is...Continue Reading

Reposted from Kitsap Sun - Nate Pilling - Old St. Michael campus in Bremerton to be razed as work begins on new Silverdale hospital tower Construction on a new patient tower at St. Michael Medical Center in Silverdale is set to begin in the coming months as the hospital’s old...Continue Reading

PORT ORCHARD, Wash. (AP) — The federal government is chipping in about $130 million to support several Washington state projects that range from replacing a storm-damaged breakwater at a Port Orchard marina to helping a Native American tribe move from ancestral villages threatened by rising seas on the Pacific Coast...Continue Reading

Kitsap Community Resources’ Business Education Support & Training (BE$T) Program provides business training and a network of supportive community services to enterprising individuals to gain self- sufficiency through small business ownership.  This 8-week Business Basics Program gives you the tools to launch and expand a new business or grow your...Continue Reading

The Washington Department of Commerce is initiating this Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit Proposals from those qualified and interested in participating in a project to administer a needs-based grant program to eligible cities, counties, tribal nations, and destination marketing organizations (DMOs). The grants will allow award recipients to conduct...Continue Reading

Applications open now for over $300 million in capital to develop multifamily rental housing projects  OLYMPIA, WA --- The Washington State Department of Commerce today opened applications for projects seeking capital to develop affordable housing across the state. At more than $302 million, it is the state’s largest single...Continue Reading

Kitsap County, located in Washington's Central Puget Sound Region, is not only known for its stunning landscapes and vibrant communities but also its rich Native American heritage. The Suquamish Tribe and the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe, the original inhabitants of this land, have made significant contributions to the economic development...Continue Reading

Ben Robinson, a consultant with FirstRuleGroup, is doing a feasibility study on possible employer recognition programs for family-friendly workplaces. This would create a list similar to the Puget Sound Business Journal's Best Workplaces that would recognize employers for their family-friendly practices.  This work is supporting Paige Coleman at the Department...Continue Reading

Reposted from Ocean Autonomy Cluster,  by Birgit Thorsen The strategic partnership between the Norwegian Ocean Autonomy Cluster (OAC) and the American Washington Vehicle Cluster (WAV-C) will initiate joint research projects, strengthen the recruitment base and create new commercial opportunities for innovative maritime technology. The introduction of autonomous technology...Continue Reading

Eliminating homelessness by establishing a pathway to stabitlity for workers; with living wages, upward mobility, and ongoing training and development. The Workforce Ready Initiatives recognizes that gaining and retaining employees is one of the number one frustrations for managers, leaders and business owners.  Their program provides training, coaching and mentoring...Continue Reading

Kitsap County, located in the northwest region of Washington State, is making significant strides in clean energy and job creation. Renewable sources provide clean energy and contribute to job creation and economic development. The county's commitment to clean energy has attracted companies and investors looking to sustainably and socially responsibly...Continue Reading

Join us May 17th at the Marvin Williams Center to be inspired, share your experiences, connect with resources and enjoy networking with fellow business owners and entrepreneurs! Complimentary appetizers, networking and resource fair begin at 5:30 and program gets underway at 6pm. There is no fee to attend this event...Continue Reading