Seattle metropolitan area

Many Northwest Drivers Boast Their Driving Skills, Even in Wintry Conditions

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Women, Insurance, Men, Automotive, Professional Services, Consumer, General Automotive, Other Consumer, Seattle metropolitan area, Oregon Institute of Technology, Portland-Metro, Research, PEMCO, Defender, Ice, Pacific Northwest, Woman, Particle-size distribution, Snow, Safety, Education, Road, Online shopping, Portland metropolitan area, Pacific Ocean

The newest poll by PEMCO Mutual Insurance reveals that many Seattle and Portland residents boast that theyre a more skillful driver than most in both normal and wintry conditions.

Key Points: 
  • The newest poll by PEMCO Mutual Insurance reveals that many Seattle and Portland residents boast that theyre a more skillful driver than most in both normal and wintry conditions.
  • Across both Seattle and Portland, few (3%) admit that theres room for improvement in their driving ability.
  • Though it seems that traffic in the Pacific Northwest slows to a grinding halt when winter brings snow and ice to the roads, nearly half (44%) of all respondents still boast their driving superiority in winter conditions.
  • Yet, when asked why respondents truly believe themselves to be better drivers in icy conditions, about three-quarters claim that theyve spent time driving in the same or worse conditions in other wintry regions across the country.

HighGround Announces Partnership With PureDry Restoration

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022
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HighGround Restoration Group, INC., a portfolio company of Trivest Partners LP (Trivest), announces it has partnered with PureDry Restoration (PureDry or the Company) ( www.puredry.com ) and the complimentary division of PureClean Carpet Cleaning (PureClean) ( www.carpetcleanerseattle.com ).

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  • HighGround Restoration Group, INC., a portfolio company of Trivest Partners LP (Trivest), announces it has partnered with PureDry Restoration (PureDry or the Company) ( www.puredry.com ) and the complimentary division of PureClean Carpet Cleaning (PureClean) ( www.carpetcleanerseattle.com ).
  • Headquartered in Snohomish, WA, PureDry offers homeowners, insurance agents, builders, and commercial property owners a full-service restoration solution.
  • PureDry is the leading provider of emergency water mitigation, mold remediation, fire damage restoration, and reconstruction services in the Greater Seattle Area.
  • With this partnership, the HighGround family of restoration brands now includes the following companies: Dry Force, Cleanup & Total Restoration (CTR), Power Dry, MoreFloods, Dririte, Northeast Power Dry, Same Day Restoration, and PureDry Restoration.

Associa EMB Promotes Monika Padilla To Branch President

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022
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REDMOND, Wash., Nov. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Associa EMB Management (EMB) , a leading provider of community management services throughout the Metro Seattle, Eastside, and Puget Sound areas and surrounding cities, is pleased to announce the promotion of Monika Padilla, CMCA, AMS to branch president.

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  • REDMOND, Wash., Nov. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Associa EMB Management (EMB) , a leading provider of community management services throughout the Metro Seattle, Eastside, and Puget Sound areas and surrounding cities, is pleased to announce the promotion of Monika Padilla, CMCA, AMS to branch president.
  • This includes providing comprehensive support to multiple boards of directors, branch leaders, and community management teams.
  • We are incredibly fortunate to have dedicated professionals like Monika Padilla and Jessica Sanders working on behalf of our community partners, said Associa senior vice president Bryan Hughes, CMCA, AMS, CPM.
  • With more than 225 branch offices across North America, Associa is building the future of community for nearly five million residents worldwide.

How Early is Too Early to Start Holiday Shopping?

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Thursday, November 17, 2022
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About half (49%) report that their holiday shopping starts around the same time as it has in the past.

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  • About half (49%) report that their holiday shopping starts around the same time as it has in the past.
  • Similarly in Portland, 31% of women are embracing an earlier start to their seasonal shopping, while only 22% of men in Portland do the same.
  • Meanwhile, 60% of men in Seattle think stores should wait until after Thanksgiving to start pulling out the holiday decor.
  • That lines up with how the majority of Northwest residents prefer to spread holiday cheer, as well.

Wellish Vision Institute Announces Expansion in Southwest Las Vegas

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Thursday, November 24, 2022
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LAS VEGAS, Nov. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Wellish Vision Institute is excited to announce they are expanding into Southwest Las Vegas to better serve patients living in this area of Las Vegas. The practice is located at 6710 South Apache Road. The new practice boasts 7,200 square feet and includes 14 exam rooms, all equipped with same state-of-the-art technology found at the other three Wellish Vision locations.

Key Points: 
  • Wellish Vision Institute is excited to announce they are expanding into Southwest Las Vegas to better serve patients living in this area of Las Vegas.
  • LAS VEGAS, Nov. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Wellish Vision Institute is excited to announce they are expanding into Southwest Las Vegas to better serve patients living in this area of Las Vegas.
  • As part of this expansion, Wellish Vision Institute is also excited to announce well-respected ophthalmologist Dr. Andrew Tran and optometrist Dr. Tiffany Nguyen are joining the highly trained eye care team at Wellish Vision.
  • Wellish Vision Institute is one of the leading ophthalmology practices in Las Vegas.

Clark Nuber PS Named a Best Public Accounting Firm for Women

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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BELLEVUE, Wash., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Clark Nuber PS, an award-winning CPA firm headquartered in the Seattle metropolitan area, has been named as a 2022 Accounting MOVE Project Best Public Accounting Firm for Women, marking its ninth year of recognition on this list. The firm was lauded for its robust diversity, equity, and inclusion program, as well as its focus on career progression and flexible work arrangements for its employees.

Key Points: 
  • Clark Nuber PS has been named as a 2022 Accounting MOVE Project Best Public Accounting Firm for Women, marking its ninth year of recognition on this list
    BELLEVUE, Wash., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Clark Nuber PS , an award-winning CPA firm headquartered in the Seattle metropolitan area, has been named as a 2022 Accounting MOVE Project Best Public Accounting Firm for Women, marking its ninth year of recognition on this list.
  • The Accounting MOVE Project is an annual survey of leading financial and accounting firms to determine the state of women in the industry.
  • "Clark Nuber is honored to once again make the list of Best Public Accounting Firms for Women.
  • Clark Nuber PS is an award-winning CPA and consulting firm located in the Seattle Metro Area.

Free Botox for Food Drive by Seattle Plastic Surgeon Dr. Sajan Reviews

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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SEATTLE, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Food insecurity remains a widespread issue throughout Washington and the United States. Seattle plastic surgeon, Dr. Javad Sajan is partnering with the Zera Foundation to fight food insecurity by hosting a Thanksgiving Food Drive. The donated food will benefit families of the Greater Seattle Area facing food insecurity and who could otherwise not get to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal.

Key Points: 
  • Seattle plastic surgeon, Dr. Javad Sajan is partnering with the Zera Foundation to fight food insecurity by hosting a Thanksgiving Food Drive.
  • The donated food will benefit families of the Greater Seattle Area facing food insecurity and who could otherwise not get to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal.
  • Dr. Sajan hopes that he can make an impact on the lives of people experiencing food insecurity in Seattle.
  • If patients donate five non-perishable food items at one of three locations can receive five free units of Botox .

Northwest Drivers’ Trust in Automotive Safety Tech Features Has Increased, But Many Still Aren’t Ready for Driverless Cars

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Thursday, October 20, 2022
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Similarly, the number of Northwest drivers with forward collision avoidance has tripled in six years 32% of Northwest drivers currently have this feature, while just 10% did in 2016.

Key Points: 
  • Similarly, the number of Northwest drivers with forward collision avoidance has tripled in six years 32% of Northwest drivers currently have this feature, while just 10% did in 2016.
  • Interestingly, as more vehicle safety features become standard, drivers trust in the technology has increased, as well.
  • Among Seattle drivers in 2022, 58% said they mostly or completely trust vehicle safety features, which is up from 45% of drivers who said the same in 2016.
  • Though many Northwest drivers are confident in their cars safety features, when it comes to driverless or autonomous vehicles, PEMCOs poll tells a different story.

Lehigh Hanson Strengthens Recycling Business in the Pacific Northwest

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022
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The acquisition of JEV Recycling represents an important step for Lehigh Hanson as we grow our business beyond cement and aggregates while working to lower our environmental footprint, said Chris Ward, President and CEO of Lehigh Hanson and Member of the Managing Board of Heidelberg Materials.

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  • The acquisition of JEV Recycling represents an important step for Lehigh Hanson as we grow our business beyond cement and aggregates while working to lower our environmental footprint, said Chris Ward, President and CEO of Lehigh Hanson and Member of the Managing Board of Heidelberg Materials.
  • Lehigh Hanson also recently added a new concrete recycling plant to its Cadman, Inc. operations in Redmond, Wash.
  • We are pleased by the progress we are making to grow our recycling businesses in the Pacific Northwest, said Oliver Patsch, President of Lehigh Hansons Canada Region.
  • Soon to become Heidelberg Materials, Lehigh Hanson provides customers with solutions born out of creative thinking and approached with enthusiasm.

LOCAL HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVE ANSWERS SENIOR CARE NEEDS WITH OPENING OF ALWAYS BEST CARE OF SEATTLE METRO

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022
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ROSEVILLE, Calif. , Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Always Best Care Senior Services, one of the leading senior care franchise systems in the United States, announced today the opening of a new location in Seattle and the second in Washington state. Located at 2915 E. Madison Street, Suite 304, in the Madison Valley neighborhood, Always Best Care of Seattle Metro is owned and operated by local resident Sarah Cave and her business partner, Ron Frerichs. The new business will provide award-winning in-home care and assisted living referral services throughout the Seattle Metro area.

Key Points: 
  • However, they need a little extra help to remain independent," said Jake Brown, CEO of Always Best Care.
  • It's a dynamite combination for a successful home care franchise business, and we look forward to seeing Sarah and Always Best Care thrive in Seattle."
  • "I was ready to get back into healthcare and wanted to do something meaningful in senior care following my experience caring for my own mother," said Sarah Cave, owner of Always Best Care of Seattle Metro.
  • For a care evaluation or additional information on services available through Always Best Care of Seattle Metro, call 206-922-3795or visit www.alwaysbestcareseattlemetro.com .