Kitsap Business and Economy

State Bar Honors
Silverdale Attorney
SEATTLE
Silverdale attorney Lynn K. Fleischbein recently was honored with a Local Hero Award from the Washington State Bar Association for her perseverance in pursuing a law degree, and her work in the legal world and the local community.
She began her legal career at 16, when she became a legal secretary for several local attorneys while still in high school. She later earned an associate degree at Olympic College and a bachelor’s degree at Western Washington University.
While attending WWU, she took a yearlong break to work for former Kitsap County Superior Court Judge William J. Kamps, then in private practice. He encouraged her to attend law school and after an eight-year career as a contract administrator/financial manager for BAESystems, she enrolled in the Seattle University law school in 1996.
While a student there she continued to work part-time for BAESystems and began working with her future partners, J. Michael Liebert and John D. Morgan, as a legal intern.
After graduation, she joined the firm as an associate, eventually becoming a partner and the firm’s manager. With the retirement of her partners, she is now in solo practice, focusing on family law, estate planning, and probate.
She twice has been recognized as a Rising Star by Washington Law & Politics Magazine, and by Kitsap Legal Services for her pro bono service efforts.
Fleischbein serves on the board for Kitsap Humane Society, Kitsap Legal Services, and the Olympic College Foundation, and is a former board member of the Kitsap YWCA and the Dispute Resolution Center of Kitsap County, and a former treasurer for the Kitsap County Democratic Central Committee. She has also donated many hours of pro bono services to low-income clients.
Navy Command Wins Business Award for Support
BANGOR
Naval Facilities Engineering Command Northwest received an award for supporting the Small Business Association’s 8(a) business development program when awarding Recovery Act contracts.
The award was presented by SBA district director Nancy Porzio during the Alliance Northwest conference on March 18.
“This Award of Excellence highlights the actions of NAVFAC Northwest to support the president’s initiative to put people back to work and to jump-start the economy through the award of ARRA contracts to 8(a) contractors,” said Capt. Greg Harshberger, executive officer of NAVFAC Northwest.
For information about doing business with the Navy, contact small business deputy Steve Shapro at (360) 396-0038.
Keyport to Host
Industry Days
KEYPORT
Naval Undersea Warfare Center-Keyport will host “Industry Days” from May 18-20 for companies interested in doing business with the installation.
The event, which runs from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day, is geared toward businesses that want to learn more about the base and meet with decision-makers in need of products and services.
Base commander Capt. Stephen Iwanowicz and others will provide an overview on Tuesday, and attendees will learn about the needs of various departments and the procurement process.
Industry representatives will give presentations during days two and three and will be given the opportunity to meet with Keyport personnel and prime contractors who are interested in purchasing their products and services. The final day will feature a session on the Small Business Innovation Research program.
Online registration opened March 31 at www.nuwckeyportindustrydays.com. The cost for three days is $160, which includes breakfast and lunch, or $70 for one day, if registered by May 9. Late registrations will be processed on-site on the day of the event for $200.
Companies interested in making a presentation can download the “Call for Presenters” form on the registration site, fill it out and e-mail it to Tess@RDLent.com by April 11.
For more information, contact Diane Kostelecky at diane.kostelecky@navy.mil or (360) 315-6791.
On the Job
w Dave Shifflett, formerly of Shifflett Insurance, has joined CJ Insurance Associates as an insurance agent, bringing with him more than 25 years experience. He specializes in auto and home insurance. His office is at 5050 Highway 303, suite B-113, in East Bremerton. Info: (360) 373-3352.
w Wendy Crenshaw and Shiree Burbank have been honored as top associates by Coldwell Banker Park Shore Real Estate. Crenshaw earned the Coldwell Banker International Diamond Society Award marking her among the top 5 percent of Coldwell Banker associates. She also received the company’s Top Listing, Top Sales and Top Overall Production Awards. Burbank was honored with the Coldwell Banker International Sterling Society Award and the Multimillion Dollar Award. Other associates recognized at the banquet included Sandy Elijah, June Moore and Michael Ley, Ellie Renne, Jim Kinas and staff member Samantha La Deaux.
w Carl Johnson, community relations director of Abiding HomeCare, has joined the Better Business Bureau’s board of directors serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington.
w Zakariya “Zak” Palsha has been hired as a new assistant principal at Klahowya Secondary School for the 2001-’11 school year. Palsha currently is an assistant principal at two elementary schools in the Tukwila School District.
Calendar
April 6
What: The Kingston Chamber of Commerce will host Kitsap County Sheriff Steve Boyer at its April 6 luncheon meeting. Send your questions and concerns to the Kingston Chamber to be delivered to the sheriff early, so that he can be prepared with information.
When: Noon
Where: Kingston Cove Yacht Club.
Cost: $15
RSVP: Call (360) 297-3813 no later than April 5.

April 6 & 10
What: Two no-cost homebuyers seminars, sponsored by NWHomepartners.com, will be April 6 in Silverdale and April 10 in Bremerton.
When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. April 6; 10 a.m. to noon
on April 10.
Where: John L. Scott Office, 2244 NW Bucklin Hill Road in Silverdale, next to Taco Del Mar, April 6; Kitsap County Fairgrounds Events Center Training Room, downstairs and across the street from the Kitsap Sun Pavilion, April 10.
Reservations & Info: Call (360) 698-8144, (360) 698-8106 or e-mail Info@NWHomepartners.com

April 10
What: The Waterfront CPA Group is hosting a “CPA Shredfest” April 10. The public is invited to bring personal documents to the firm’s parking lot for shredding by AllShred’s new mobile shredder. The first 20 pounds are free; any amount above that will be 25 cents per pound. All shredded waste will then be used to produce compost. Participants also can also bring old computers, monitors, televisions and laptops to be recycled through Washington State’s ECycle program. The electronics will be accepted free.
Time: 9 a.m. to noon.
Place: 9657 Levin Road, Suite 250, in Silverdale.
Info: Call (360) 692-9000 or e-mail Melinda

April 14
What: The Greater Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce will host Kitsap County Commissioner Steve Bauer.
When: 11:30 a.m. networking; noon luncheon
Where: Kiana Lodge, 14976 Sandy Hook Road NE in Poulsbo

April 27
What: The Kitsap County chapter of BNI, a networking group, will meet April 27. Visitors are invited to learn about the group, which bills itself as the world’s largest professional business networking organization.
When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: The Loft in Poulsbo
Info: Call Linda Lemon at (206) 842-5699

May 20
What: The Port Orchard Chamber Business Showcase featuring the best of SK Awards and business after hours is planned for May 20 in Port Orchard. It is open for businesses, groups and associations to showcase their businesses before hundreds of consumers, chamber members and other business representatives.
When: 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: SK8Town Event Center in Port Orchard.
Voting: The public is encouraged to vote for their favorite SK businesses. Best of SK Ballots are available at various Port Orchard locations including the chamber office, Printing Services, Port Orchard Independent and Port Orchard Kitsap Bank branches. Ballots must be returned by April 23.
Registration: $100 for Port Orchard Chamber members; $200 for nonchamber members; to register visit www.portorchard.com or call the Chamber office at (360) 876-3505.

May 25 & Oct. 19
What: A workshop, “Business Success When Times are Tough,” sponsored by the Kitsap Economic Development Alliance. It is designed for small business owners and managers who need answers on how to best navigate the current economy.
When: 7:30 a.m. to noon.
Where: Oxford Suites in Silverdale May 25, and Port Orchard Pavilion Event Center in Port Orchard Oct. 19.
Registration: $20; visit www.kitsapeda.org.
Info: Call Kathy Cocus at (360) 377-0180 or e-mail cocus@kitsapeda.org
Kitsap Sun staff

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