Apr 04, 2025

SanMar

Weber

Issaquah-based SanMar Corp., a supplier of wholesale accessories and apparel, appointed Jim Weber to its board of advisors. Weber is a leader and author known for transforming large-scale businesses with a strong sense of purpose. As the former CEO of Brooks Running, he spent over two decades growing the company into a leading global running brand recognized for its innovation, high quality and commitment to the running community. His leadership helped shape Brooks Running into a successful, values-driven company. SanMar and Brooks Running share a commitment to growth, innovation, and community. With this appointment, SanMar further strengthens its board of advisors which includes regional leaders such as Phyllis Campbell, former chairman of the Pacific Northwest Region for JPMorgan Chase; Robert Christensen, former president of PACCAR; Marty Lott, founder and chairman of SanMar; Jordan Lott, president and CEO of Lake Washington Partners; and Jeremy Lott, resident and CEO of SanMar.

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) has launched a solution designed to enhance land mobile radio (LMR) and 911 communications by providing reliable, secure and manageable communications for emergency responders, public safety agencies and critical utilities. SEL developed its LMR solution in collaboration with Whitman County Emergency Management (WCEM). WCEM is located in Pullman, next door to the SEL campus. The collaboration began when SEL learned about the challenges WCEM had with its radio system reliability. The ability to use LMR to call for help is a vital safety concern for emergency responders, and the unreliability of legacy devices has challenged the sector. “At the end of the day, we needed three fundamental things for our infrastructure,” said then-WCEM Emergency Communications Manager Steve Krigbaum. “We needed reliable network security. We needed to know the health and condition of the radios out there in the world, and we needed precise timing. And SEL was able to provide that.” Whitman County is located in Eastern Washington, where temperature extremes in winter and summer frequently cause the legacy clocks WCEM relied on to fail. The first test of the solution came when SEL installed a prototype in Pullman in the summer of 2024. LMR systems can include multiple clocks for redundancy, automatically switching between clocks that provide the highest accuracy. SEL invents, designs and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. SEL, a 100 percent employee-owned company, has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers in 173 countries.

Foster Garvey

Foster Garvey added three new professionals to its Real Estate, Land Use & Environmental group in Seattle: Jacque St. Romain (principal), Lindsey Folcik (associate) and Heather Hattrup (legal practice assistant). The team's arrival strengthens the firm's ability to provide comprehensive legal counsel on real estate transactions, litigation, land use and regulatory matters. St. Romain brings extensive experience representing clients in real estate transactions and land use development. She works with a diverse range of clients, from small businesses to large international corporations, as well as single-family and multi-family property owners, landlords and managers of commercial properties. Her practice spans the acquisition, development and sale of single-family, multi-family, mixed-use and commercial properties. Folcik is an experienced litigator focused on resolving complex real estate disputes involving land use, eminent domain and commercial leasing. She has successfully represented clients in high-profile condemnation actions, commercial landlord-tenant conflicts and other real estate litigation matters. St. Romain, Folcik and Hattrup join Foster Garvey from Karr Tuttle Campbell. Foster Garvey has offices in Seattle, Portland, Washington, D.C., New York, Spokane and Tulsa.

Apr 03, 2025

Ogden Murphy Wallace

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Ogden Murphy Wallace (OMW) has significantly expanded its attorney team, adding 10 lawyers across a range of practice areas, including litigation, labor & employment, business law, and immigration. Tom Adams has a diverse litigation practice spanning commercial disputes, aerospace, and environmental law. Ché Dawson focuses exclusively on immigration law, advising clients on both business and family-based immigration matters. Kathy Feldman is a labor and employment attorney with experience counseling employers, conducting workplace investigations and defending clients in all types of employment-related litigation. Ron Friedman is a former federal prosecutor with deep industry knowledge. Friedman serves healthcare organizations, pharmacies and pharmaceutical companies, working on civil litigation, employment and regulatory matters. Bill Fuld is a seasoned trial attorney focused on catastrophic personal injury cases, with significant experience litigating complex matters on behalf of both injured individuals and major corporations. Scott Gary is a business and intellectual property attorney who advises clients on corporate transactions, trademarks, licensing, and strategic business formation. Josh Howard is an employment litigator who represents public and private employers in key workplace matters, including discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination claims. Derek Little is focused on employment and municipal litigation, with experience in employment law, health benefits, and representing local government entities such as counties and public utility districts. Medora Marisseau is an experienced labor and employment attorney with significant expertise in ERISA, employee benefits, and complex litigation, including class actions and fiduciary liability. She advises and defends employers, insurers, and plan administrators across multiple jurisdictions. Rick Omata has been an advisor in labor and employment matters for over 40 years, and serves healthcare organizations, businesses and municipalities with litigation, labor negotiations, and day-to-day compliance across a broad spectrum of workplace issues. In business since 1902, OMW now has a total of 85 attorneys across its Bellevue, Seattle and Wenatchee offices.

King County Superior Court

Gov. Bob Ferguson has appointed Benjamin Santos to the King County Superior Court, his first judicial appointment since taking office in January. Santos' appointment fills the position being vacated by Judge Annette Messitt, who resigned from the bench March 31. Santos has more than two decades of experience as a senior deputy prosecutor in King County. At the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office, Santos has led the Misdemeanor and Special Assault units and currently serves as assistant chief deputy in the Juvenile Division. Prior to earning his law degree, Santos advocated for marginalized residents in Seattle's Chinatown-International District, where he helped mitigate the impacts of development projects. Santos has prosecuted a broad range of cases, and has collaborated with partners in the justice system to address the statewide sexual assault kit backlog and explore evidence-based strategies for reducing juvenile recidivism. Santos started his legal career as an intern with the Public Defender's Service and the Department of Justice Civil Rights Division in Washington, D.C. He served as a law clerk for current Supreme Court Justice Mary Yu when she served on the King County Superior Court. Santos also worked for a year as a consultant to the National Coalition for Asian Pacific American Community Development. He earned his law degree from American University in Washington, D.C.

Apr 02, 2025

First Interstate Bank

Wyse

Brian Wyse has joined First Interstate Bank as a Seattle-based accounting senior manager. In this role, Wyse is responsible for financial functions and activities including investments, derivatives, fixed assets, accounts payable, and internal reporting. Wyse has over 15 years of experience in the financial industry, previously serving a variety of accounting and finance roles for Alaska Airlines, Starbucks, and HomeStreet Bank. An active community volunteer, Wyse has dedicated his time to Aurora Commons, a community living room serving unsheltered residents of North Seattle. He served as board chair for nine years and was recently honored with the Impact Award at the Aurora Means Dawn Gala. First Interstate is a community bank headquartered in Billings, Montana.

South Sound CARE Foundation

Senecal

After more than 40 years in clinical practice, Dr. Frank Senecal is stepping into an expanded role as chief medical officer of the South Sound CARE Foundation. Senecal will retire from Northwest Medical Specialties (NWMS) to fully dedicate his efforts to bringing cutting-edge treatments and clinical trials to patients in the South Sound. In 1985, Senecal founded Hematology Oncology Northwest, which later merged with Rainier Hematology Oncology to become Northwest Medical Specialties. “Seeing our practice grow with the support of local physicians and our incredible patients has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my career,” said Senecal. “While I may be stepping away from my clinical role, my commitment to advancing cancer care remains as strong as ever. I'm excited to continue this work through South Sound CARE, where we're bringing the latest research and treatments directly to the patients who need them most.” Since founding the South Sound CARE Foundation in 2008, Senecal has been instrumental in expanding access to clinical trials, innovative therapies, and leading research — allowing patients to receive world-class care close to home. To honor Senecal's new chapter, a celebration will be held on June 11, from 4-7 p.m. at Narrows Marina.

Glenfarne Alaska LNG

Glenfarne Alaska LNG, an affiliate of Glenfarne Group and the Alaska Gasline Development Corporation (AGDC) have signed definitive agreements for Glenfarne to become majority owner of Alaska LNG, the sole federally permitted LNG export project on the U.S. Pacific Coast, and lead its development to construction and operations of the entire project. Alaska LNG is designed to deliver North Slope natural gas to Alaskans and Alaska utilities and export up to 20 million tons of LNG per year. Under the agreement, AGDC is divesting 75% of 8 Star Alaska, a subsidiary AGDC created to hold and manage all Alaska LNG project assets, to Glenfarne. Glenfarne assumes the role of Alaska LNG's lead developer and will lead all remaining development work of Alaska LNG from front-end engineering and design through to a final investment decision. AGDC remains a 25% owner of 8 Star Alaska and a key partner to Glenfarne on the project. Following a successful final investment decision, the state of Alaska will retain a 25% share in 8 Star Alaska and have the option to invest up to 25% in any or all of the three 8 Star Alaska subprojects. Glenfarne Group is a privately held developer, owner and operator of energy infrastructure assets based in New York and Houston. AGDC is an independent, public corporation of the state of Alaska charged with maximizing the benefit of Alaska's North Slope natural gas though the development of infrastructure to deliver gas to local and international markets.