Business Beat

New Faces:

Scott Brown has joined Genstar Land Co. Northwest as development manager for Eagle Ridge, a master-planned residential community. Brown has more than eight years of experience in the real estate industry and is a licensed attorney. Most recently, he served as vice president and asset manager for Pentzer Development Corp.

Barry Roach has joined the Spokane General Office of New York Life. Roach will specialize in business and estate planning in Washington, Idaho and Oregon.

The McGregor Co. has filled three key positions:

Mike Erickson was named manager of the Pullman branch. Erickson previously worked as an agronomist for InterMountain Cargill in Idaho Falls, Idaho, and in Reardan, Wash. He was recently certified by the American Society of Agronomy as a certified crop adviser.

Mark Welter, a certified crop adviser and a certified professional agronomist, was named manager of the Pomeroy branch. Welter brings 10 years of experience in agricultural research, including five years with Washington State University’s wheat breeding program, and most recently with McGregor.

Stewart Wuest was appointed research agronomist in McGregor’s research and development department. Wuest, who received a doctorate in soil science from the University of California at Davis, was previously the coordinator for the STEEP II On-Farm Testing Program in Washington, Idaho, and Oregon.

Amy Ownby has joined GroMedia as operations manager. Ownby has 15 years of service-oriented experience, including positions in the hospitality industry, with the YMCA and the Salvation Army. She received a bachelor’s degree in marketing from San Diego State University.

Kristine Dale has joined Jacoy’s Travel Emporium as a full-time agent. Dale has more than two years of experience in the travel industry.

Melanie White has joined Janek Co. Real Estate as an associate broker.

Carolyn Morrison, director of The YWCA’s Alternative To Domestic Violence Program, has been named to the board of directors of the Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Morrison also serves as chair of the Spokane County Domestic Violence Consortium Committee.

Edward Allen has been appointed manager of United Security’s downtown branch, 222 N. Wall. Allen has more than 25 years of experience in the banking industry and is on Momentum’s board of directors. He attended the University of Washington’s Pacific School of Banking and the University of California’s Boalt Hall Law School.

John Riherd has joined the law firm of Perkins Coie as a partner in its Spokane office. Riherd will focus his practice on health care and school law. Riherd was previously with Medical Service Corp. of Eastern Washington where he was a senior vice president and general counsel.

Moving Up:

Cindy Anderson has been promoted to assistant vice president and branch manager for Washington Trust Bank’s Northgate branch. Anderson most recently served as operations manager at the Northgate branch.

Starting Up:

Dr. Bradley Shern has taken over Dr. William Belobraidich’s practice in the Paulsen Center. Shern is a graduate of the University of Idaho and of Washington University School of Dental Medicine. He served five years in the U.S. Army Dental Corps.

Liz Perkins has opened “Solo Cuts,” a professional hair care shop, at the Spokane International Airport.

Gregory Lockwood, Craig Barrile, and Elsie Cadena, all graduates of Gonzaga University School of Law, have opened Lockwood Financial Inc., a collection agency which specializes in collecting delinquent accounts in Spokane, Stevens and Pend Oreille counties.

Washington Trust Bank has opened a branch at 407 N. Sullivan. The branch - Washington Trust’s 25th - will offer a large drive-in banking area, and extended banking hours for customer convenience.

Certifications:

John S. “Jack” Ranck has been awarded lifetime certification as a senior professional in human resources. Ranck is president of Top Ranck Management, a Loon Lake-based consulting firm.

Washington Trust Bank has announced that the following people have received the title Personal Banker, after successfully completing the bank’s Personal Banker Certification Program: Bob Austin, Main branch; Sandy Bath, Northgate branch; Leslie Flinn, branch manager, Sullivan branch; Joy Franz, Opportunity Pines branch; Judy Kirking, Valley Financial Center branch; Linda Klein, NorthTown branch; Tanya Sherrill,Indiana branch; and Betsy Williams, Opportunity Pines branch.

The following people have completed Washington Trust Bank’s Staff Specialist Certification Program: Sandy Bath, Northgate branch; Debra Carlson, Lincoln Heights branch; Carolyn Lefors, Deer Park branch; and Becky Waters, East Sprague branch.

Elected:

New board members of Business Excellence For Women include: Dr. Kelli Pearson, Pearson & Weary Pain Relief Clinic, chairperson; Cari Cramer, LeMaster & Daniels; Ellie Chambers, Washington Water Power; Maggie Crawford, Sylvan Learning Center; Colleen Striegel, New Media Ventures; Susan Thomas, Selective Media; Marlene Waltermire, Dishman Dodge; and Kerry Faggiano, The Pheasant Co., executive director.

Events:

Monday and Tuesday - The Department of Revenue presents a free special tax exemption workshop from 9-11 a.m. or 1-3 p.m. both days at Spokane Community College, 1810 N. Greene, Building 6, Sasquatch Room. To register, call Sandra Yuen in Olympia at (360) 753-7795.

Tuesday - The Washington State China Relations Council sponsors a workshop and luncheon beginning at 10 a.m. at the WestCoast Ridpath Hotel. Panelists are Don Miller, president and CEO of Ederer Inc.; James Wolfe, vice president, Stonegate International Inc.; and Norm Page, a partner in the Seattle office of Davis Wright Tremaine. Luncheon speaker is Eden Woon, executive director of the Washington State China Relations Council. Cost: $25; to register, call 466-3742; for information, call (206) 441-4419.

Wednesday - The National Association of Credit Management presents a course on “Triple View of the Marginal Account From the Eyes of: A Credit Manager, a Banker, and an Attorney from 3-6:30 p.m. at the Quality Inn. Cost: $25/members, $35/non-members; call 623-4014 for information and to register.

Thursday - Pacific Printing & Imaging Association sponsors a session by Suzanne Carnes on “Printing Buying: Doing it Right the First Time” from 1-3 p.m. and “Finding and Keeping Profitable Customers” from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Call 800-762-7328 for registration and information.

Thursday - The Appraisal Institute Inland Northwest Chapter holds a special meeting beginning with a social hour at 5 p.m., dinner at 6:00 and a workshop at 7 p.m. at Templin’s Resort Hotel, 414 E. First, Post Falls. Call (208) 773-1611 for information.

Friday - The Appraisal Institute Inland Northwest Chapter sponsors a real estate risk analysis seminar from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at Templin’s Resort Hotel, 414 E. First, Post Falls. Call (208) 773-1611.

Thursdays-Sept. 21 - The Small Business Development Center presents a six-hour workshop on the secrets of successful promotion from 6-9 p.m. at Spokane Intercollegiate Research and Technology Institute (SIRTI), 665 N. Riverpoint Blvd. Cost: $45; call 358-2050 for information or to register.

Saturday - The Appraisal Institute Inland Northwest Chapter sponsors a seminar on discounted cash flow analysis from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at Templin’s Resort Hotel, 414 E. First, Post Falls. Call (208) 773-1611 for information.

Saturday-Sunday - The American Production and Inventory Control Society sponsors a workshop on training the trainer from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at Cavanaugh’s River Inn, 700 N. Division. Cost: $100 for AIPC members, $125 for non-members; call 928-8000 ext. 5112 to register.

Sept. 18 - The Small Business Development Center presents a class on patents, trademarks and copyrights from 6-9 p.m. at the Spokane Intercollegiate Research and Technology Institute (SIRTI), 665 N. Riverpoint Blvd. Cost: $35; call 358-2050 for information.

Sept. 18 - Denis Waitley presents a program on how to “Lead By ExampleNo Matter” from 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at the Sheraton Hotel. Call 800-873-3451.

Wednesdays beginning Sept. 18 - The Educational Society for Resource Management presents a class on material and capacity requirements planning. Call 928-8000, ext 5112.

Sept. 19 - The Spokane Chapter of the American Women’s Society of Certified Public Accountants holds a luncheon meeting at noon at the Shilo Inn. Guest speaker is Debbie Poffenroth of the Spokane Area Economic Development Council, who will talk on Spokane’s economy.

Sept. 19 - The Spokane Area Chamber of Commerce holds its 98th Annual Meeting from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Washington State International Agricultural Trade Center.

Sept. 19 - The Training and Education Coordinating Center presents an ISO 9000 overview for CEO’s, managers, teams and decision-makers from 8 a.m.-noon at 3939 N. Freya. Cost: $75; call 533-4700.

Sept. 19 - The Small Business Development Center presents a class on trade show exhibiting/displaying from 6-9 p.m. at the Spokane Intercollegiate Research and Technology Institute (SIRTI), 665 N. Riverpoint Blvd. Cost: $35; call 358-2050 for more information and to register.

Sept. 29-30 - Gonzaga University School of Law’s 22nd Annual Tax Institute will be held at Hill’s Resort, Priest Lake, Idaho. For information, call Gary Randall, Gonzaga University School of Law, 328-4220, ext. 3770 or 800-572-9658.

Conventions:

Monday-Wednesday - Northwest Power Pool, annual regional conference, Red Lion Inn.

Monday-Sept. 18 - Fourth Marine Division Association, annual national reunion, Sheraton-Spokane Hotel.

Wednesday-Thursday - Western Systems Coordinating Council, annual regional meeting, Red Lion Inn.

Wednesday-Saturday - National Association of Letter Carriers, annual Region 2 session, WestCoast Ridpath Hotel.

Wednesday-Sept. 17 - 16th Seabee Reunion, annual reunion, WestCoast Ridpath Hotel.

Saturday-Sept. 20 - American Rental Association, annual region VIII meeting, Cavanaugh’s Inn at the Park.

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