Business Beat

New faces:

Two new employees have joined Ross Printing Co.:

Cynthia Methvin has been appointed to the newly created position of marketing manager. Methvin, who received a bachelor’s degree from Gonzaga University, is responsible for data analysis, marketing strategy, database implementation, public relations and promotions.

Jim Ellis was hired by Ross Labels & Packaging, a division of Ross Printing. Ellis, who has more than eight years of experience in the label and packaging field, is based in Seattle and covers a territory extending from Vancouver, British Columbia, to San Francisco.

Steve Trabun has joined WindStar Group Inc. as marketing manager. Trabun, who has 13 years of experience in the information technology business, was previously director of service and support at Olivetti North America. He holds an MBA from Gonzaga University.

The Spokane Regional Health District has added two employees to its staff:

John Christina Jr. has been named controller in the district’s administrative services division. He has 17 years of experience in the accounting field.

Jan Palmer is the new clinical services supervisor in the community and family services division. She has 17 years of experience in health care.

The following people have been accepted for membership in the Spokane County Medical Society:

Dr. Benjamin Hsu has joined Spokane Dermatology Clinic. Hsu graduated from Stanford University and completed an internship and residency there, and a fellowship at UCLA Medical Center.

Dr. Darren Hollenbaugh has joined Spokane Cardiology. He graduated from the University of Washington and completed an internship and residency there and a fellowship at the University of Minnesota.

Dr. Robin K.J.S. Dhillon has set up a solo practice in surgery. He graduated from Hahnemann University, completed an internship at the University Hospital of Cleveland and a residency and fellowship at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.

Dr. Judy Felgenhauer has set up a solo practice in pediatric hematology/ oncology. She graduated from the University of Washington and completed an internship, residency and fellowship at Children’s Hospital & Medical Center.

Dr. Barry Halpern has joined Northwest Neonatology Associates. He graduated from Ohio State University, completed an internship and residency at Columbus Children’s Hospital and a fellowship at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children.

Dr. Lon Madsen has joined Doctors Clinic in the practice of family medicine. He graduated from the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and completed an internship and residency at San Bernardino County Medical Center.

Dr. Deborah J. Martin has joined Dr. Rita Snow in the practice of internal medicine. Martin graduated from the University of Washington and completed an internship and residency at Sacred Heart Medical Center.

Dr. Mira Narkiewicz has set up a solo practice in psychiatry. She graduated from the Akademia Medyczna and completed an internship and residency at the University of Washington.

Dr. Michael Olds has joined the Rockwood Clinic in the practice of otolaryngology. Olds graduated from the University of Washington, completed an internship and residency at the State University of New York and a fellowship at Florida Ear & Sinus Center.

Harpers has added the following people to its management team:

Steve Stenberg was named production manager. Stenberg, who spent the previous nine years in the automotive industry at Donnelly Manufacturing in Michigan, has experience as a production worker, team leader, department manager and quality engineer.

Ed Hannigan joined the company as quality assurance manager. He has more than 30 years of experience in that field and in quality engineering, most recently with Nellcor, a medical instruments manufacturer. Hannigan spent the last six months as a contract quality engineer for Harpers. His responsibilities will include hazard analysis, re-engineering, failure modes and effects analysis, control plan preparation and first article inspection.

Donna Reinke joined the company as purchasing manager. She has 18 years of experience in purchasing, including government procurement in the nuclear energy industry. Reinke will contribute to Harpers ISO 9000 certification effort.

Windermere Real Estate’s Spokane-Manito office has hired Steve Hildahl as a sales associate. Hildahl returned to Windermere after working for RE/MAX, Tomlinson and Better Homes & Gardens.

Moving on:

Tim Olson, executive director of the Spokane-based Northwest Mining Association, has been appointed vice president of public and corporate affairs for Medical Service Bureau of Idaho Inc.-Blue Shield of Idaho. Olson, who will be based in Boise, will oversee community relations, product coordination and related services.

Jeanne H. Kemmerer will retire Sept. 30 after 44 years in the health profession and 10 years as marketing director for Collection Services of Lewis-Clark, a division of CDA Credit Bureau Inc., and Aetna Adjustment Co. A retirement celebration is planned from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Hayden Lake Country Club. Call Juli at (208) 667-4671 or (800) 876-4359 by Monday for reservations.

Transactions:

Anderson’s Moving and Storage has become an agent for Virginia-based Interstate Van Lines Inc. To become an Interstate agent, Anderson’s had to pass a comprehensive evaluation process covering training programs, customer evaluation systems and safety practices, among other criteria.

Kudos:

Dave Baker of Spokane has been named to the Building Industry of Washington’s Hall of Fame. Baker has been a member of the trade group since 1979 and served as president in 1993. Steve Thosath of Thosath Co. was given the President’s Award for his years of service to the building industry.

The McGregor Co.’s Thornton branch has won the 1996 Washington Environmental Respect Award. Only 25 retailers nationwide received the award this year. Winners are chosen on the basis of plant storage and handling procedures, proper fertilizer and ag-chemical application methods, the facility’s design, leadership in environmental activism and concern for the safety of employees, customers and the surrounding community.

Events:

Tuesday - Terence M. Strom, president and chief executive officer of Egghead Inc., will speak on “The Information Superhighway - Will You be a Roadrunner or Roadkill?” at the Gonzaga University School of Business Administration Dean’s Business Forum at 7:15 a.m. at Jepson Center on the GU campus. Cost: $6.50 in advance, or $10 at the door.

Tuesday - The Service Corps of Retired Executives presents a workshop on “The Basics of Recordkeeping,” from 8 a.m.-noon at the Spokane Area Chamber of Commerce, 1020 W. Riverside. Cost: $35; call: 353-2820 for information or to register.

Wednesday - The Spokane Intercollegiate Research and Training Institute presents a free program on “Small Business Innovation Research grants” from 8 a.m.-noon in the classroom building at the Riverpoint Higher Education Park. Registration is required; for more information or to register, call 358-2000, fax 358-2019 or e-mail johnr@sirti.org.

Wednesday - The Idaho Small Business Development Center presents a workshop on “Selling Your Expertise: How to Start Your Own Consulting Company” from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the North Idaho College Workforce Training Center in Post Falls. Cost: $39; call (208) 769-3333 for more information.

Wednesday - The Service Corps of Retired Executives presents a workshop on “Preparing a Business Plan” from 8 a.m.-noon at the Spokane Area Chamber of Commerce, 1020 W. Riverside. Cost: $35, including materials; for information or to register, call 353-2820.

Wednesday - George Karl, head coach of the NBA Seattle SuperSonics, will discuss the essence of competition and winning during a talk sponsored by the Gonzaga Student Body Association at 7 p.m. at GU’s Martin Centre. Cost: $5 for the public; for more information, call Ryan Mullarky at 328-4220, ext. 2272 or 5824.

Thursday - Continental Mortgage Co. presents a free seminar on FHA 203(k) and conventional remodeling/ rehabilitation home loans from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Monroe Court, 901 N. Monroe, Suite 256. For reservations, call Amy Mathiason at 325-9955.

Thursday - The Service Corps of Retired Executives presents a workshop on “Cash Flow Strategies” from 8 a.m.-noon at the Spokane Area Chamber of Commerce, 1020 W. Riverside. Cost: $35, including materials; for information or to register, call 353-2820.

Friday - Keith Woods, president and CEO of the Santa Rosa, Calif., Chamber of Commerce, will speak on “Business in the 21st Century” during the Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Business Connections Breakfast at 7 a.m. at the Spokane Valley Red Lion. Cost: $10; for reservations, call 924-4994.

Oct. 1 - The Service Technicians Society will hold a joint meeting with the Society of Automotive Engineers from 7-9 p.m. in the Lair at Spokane Community College. John Rasbach, chassis and powertrain manager for Team Prowler, will speak. For information, call Craig Nicol at (208) 765-2360 or Bill Nikkola at (509) 535-0233.

Oct. 4-5 - Gonzaga University School of Law presents its 23rd Annual Tax Institute at Hill’s Resort, Priest Lake, Idaho. Cost: $225; for more information, call Marge Buck at 328-4220, ext. 3738, or toll-free in Washington 1-800-572-9658, outside Washington 1-800-523-9712.

Conventions:

Today-Friday - U.S. National Senior Golf Tournament, Red Lion City Center.

Today-Wednesday - Wood & Fiber Composite Materials Conference, annual regional conference, Cavanaugh’s Inn at the Park.

Tuesday-Thursday - Washington State Lake Protection Association, annual state meeting, Cavanaugh’s Inn at the Park.

Tuesday-Thursday -Northwest Public Power Association, underground operations, Red Lion City Center.

Wednesday-Saturday - USS Tangier AV8, annual national reunion, Red Lion City Center.

Wednesday-Sept. 29 - Association for Experimental Education, annual fall North American conference and exhibition, WestCoast Ridpath Hotel.

Friday-Saturday - Salvation Army, women’s ministry conference, Red Lion Spokane Valley.

Friday-Saturday - Institute of Management Accountants, Pacific Northwest council, Cavanaugh’s River Inn.

Friday-Sept. 29 - Craftsman Club, annual fall management conference, Cavanaugh’s Inn at the Park.

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