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19-Location Chain to be Rebranded; Most Significant Expansion in Market CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to advance its market penetration into the Pacific Northwest, Meineke is proud to announce the acquisition of Seattle-Tacoma mainstay Walt's Auto Care Centers ("Walt's"). The deal, made public Tuesday, April 23, will merge the 19 Walt's locations throughout the Pacific Northwest with the growing national Meineke brand. Acquisition of the locations--17...
The Governor discussed ideas with General Plastics’ veteran workforce that encourage businesses to hire veterans. Tacoma, WA (PRWEB) February 24, 2013 Governor Inslee visited General Plastics Manufacturing Company in Tacoma, Washington on February 14. Eric Hahn, Vice President of Organizational Development at General Plastics and chair the Tacoma-Pierce County Workforce Development Council welcomed the Governor and Alfie Alvarado-Ramos, Director of Department of Veteran Affairs. Linda...
Seattle Icon Quincy Jones Joins Lineup of Popular Northwest Musicians Voicing Announcements and Contributing Overhead Music to Sea-Tac Airport Seattle (PRWEB) January 31, 2013 Your next trip to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport just got upgraded with the sweet, warm voice of legendary Seattle musician Quincy Jones. In Quincy’s unique soulful style, he will be welcoming travelers to the airport, telling them about the local music playing overhead, giving security advice and even...
SEATTLE, Jan. 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Clear Channel Outdoor Seattle/Tacoma today announced the launch of its new digital billboard in the City of Tukwila. This new digital sign provides Seattle area advertisers with a dynamic channel to reach over 110,000 residents and visitors to the Seattle area each week. The newest digital billboard in the Seattle marketplace is located on the northeast corner of the West Valley Highway and SW 43(rd) Street intersection, at the entrance to...
NEW YORK, Jan. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Tamra-Tacoma Capital Partners is a New York-based alternative investment firm founded by former Bain consultant Yoav Bergman, renewable energy fund manager Matthew Brown, real estate professional and former investment banker Patrick Donovan, and film production, acquisition and distribution executive and finance consultant Shane Starr. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130109/CG38671) Tamra-Tacoma's mandate is to...
There are some very capable business plan writers in the state in cities like Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia, Bellevue, Lakewood and Longview. All of these cities are great places to live and work and also, great places to start a business. Washington Business Plan Writers (PRWEB) December 15, 2012 Looking to hire a good business plan writer in the state of Washington? There are some very capable business plan writers in the state in cities like Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia, Bellevue, Lakewood...
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Nov. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Ovation, the only multi-platform network devoted to artists and every kind of artistic expression, is announcing the recipients of a total of $95,000 in the inaugural innOVATION Grant Program. Each of the five recipient organizations is being recognized for its role in creating innovative art-based programs, which are spurring economic development and revenue growth, as well as community revitalization. The program is being...
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Sept. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Zipcar, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZIP), the world's leading car sharing network, today announced the company's expansion into the city of Tacoma, WA. The Zipcar program will provide Tacoma residents, visitors and businesses with increased access to affordable, convenient transportation options that reduce congestion and emissions. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111118/MM09809LOGO ) The Zipcar program will offer 10 vehicles,...
BELLEVUE, Wash., June 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- In May, Quadrant Homes celebrated the grand opening of its newest community in Port Orchard, McCormick Meadows. Priced from the low $200,000s, this collection of 167 homesites offers a secluded retreat in a stunning forested environment, just minutes away from walking trails, parks and world-class golf courses. Based on homebuyers' strong interest in the new community, Quadrant Homes began selling homesites in McCormick Meadows in...
TACOMA, Wash., June 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- It was an eclectic gathering Saturday at the debut of the Pacific Northwest's newest attraction: LeMay - America's Car Museum (ACM) as thousands of people flowed into the 165,000-sq. ft., four-level museum with sweeping views above Tacoma, Wash. Visitors included Washington Lt. Governor Brad Owen, GM Vice President of Design Ed Welburn, Tonight Show host Jay Leno, jewelry magnate Nicola Bulgari, Mariners' two-time batting champ Edgar...
