When people reflect on their career journey, many often credit good advice from their mentor as the tipping point of their success. “I met my mentor when I was working at the Player’s Club at the Lucky Eagle Casino and he encouraged me to go to school and then come back and run this place,” said JaNessa Bumgarner, Chief Executive Officer of Lucky Eagle Casino & … [Read more...] about Lucky Eagle Casino & Hotel: Wise Words of Advice
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Commencement Bank Opens Gig Harbor Location
After operating out of a temporary space during the new branch’s construction, Commencement Bank recently opened in their permanent location on Pioneer Way in downtown Gig Harbor in August this year. This branch isn’t like a lot of other banks, however. “Our philosophy since we formed in 2006 is to engage with the communities we serve, so we wanted the new location to fit … [Read more...] about Commencement Bank Opens Gig Harbor Location
Saint Martin’s University Gala 2025
Over 600 guests attended the Saint Martin’s University annual black tie Gala with special guest Pati Jinich. The black-tie fundraising event, which supports scholarships for Saint Martin’s students, featured a spectacular evening of fine dining, celebrity chef cooking demonstrations, a live auction, and heartfelt stories from the Saint Martin’s community. The evening’s … [Read more...] about Saint Martin’s University Gala 2025
City of Lakewood’s MLK Celebration
Martin Luther King Day will be celebrated in Lakewood on Saturday, January 11th with a Beloved Community Welcome Walk. Kicked off by a Keynote Speech from Dr. John Scott at 11 am, the day’s activities at Fort Steilacoom Park will include a 1 mile walk on the paved loop, food trucks, a DJ with dancing and more from noon to 3 pm.In addition, on Monday January 13th the City of … [Read more...] about City of Lakewood’s MLK Celebration
South Puget Sound’s Wedding + Event Show
On Saturday, January 11 and Sunday, January 12, 2025 the Tacoma Wedding Show will be in downtown Tacoma at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center showcasing the best vendors in the wedding and event industry of the south sound region. The Tacoma Wedding Show invites couples planning for engagement, those already engaged, and the friends and family … [Read more...] about South Puget Sound’s Wedding + Event Show