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October 2023 VOICE Magazine
Enjoy the October 2023 VOICE Magazine, our Future of Work issue. We have in-depth interviews with Evergreen’s The Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership and Transformational Change (CELTC) as well as Sensory Tool House.
No Day Is Complete Without a Nom Nom Stop
by Kathryn Millhorn Our favorite treats often come with a signature happy noise. From slurping spaghetti noodles to crunching freshly popped popcorn, good food engages all five senses. Especially so with the unique, globally inspired, mouthwatering creations at The Nom Nom Stop in Lacey. Fudge, handcrafted chocolate, cake jars, skillfully painted bonbons, and even lusciously…
From Incarceration to Empowerment: Ginny Burton’s Journey of Transformation
by Natasha Ashenhurst Ginny Burton’s life is a testament to the power of perseverance and the potential for redemption, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. Growing up in a household where both of her parents were addicted to drugs, Burton’s own drug use began with marijuana and eventually led to heroin and crack…
Uniting Against Crime: Thurston Chamber Brings Business Leaders and Law Enforcement Together to Address Pressing Challenges
by Doug Mah, Doug Mah & Associates, Thurston Chamber Public Policy Director On March 29, 2023, the Thurston County Chamber brought together influential business leaders and law enforcement in a powerful discussion led by Doug Mah, the director of the Chamber’s Public Policy team. With representatives from the Thurston County Sheriff’s office, City of Olympia…
Thurston Green Large Business of the Year: The Evergreen State College
The Thurston Green Business designation is a coveted award, given annually to over 100 deserving businesses. And among those winners, a select few are honored as the best of the best – the small, medium, large, and municipal “business of the year.” This year’s winners are true champions of sustainability, and they’ll be recognized at…
Thurston Green Municipality of the Year: City of Olympia
The Thurston Green Business designation is a coveted award, given annually to over 100 deserving businesses. And among those winners, a select few are honored as the best of the best – the small, medium, large, and municipal “business of the year.” This year’s winners are true champions of sustainability, and they’ll be recognized at…
How Will You Celebrate Earth Day 2023?
Earth Day is a global event celebrated annually on April 22nd to raise awareness about environmental issues and to promote sustainable practices that will help protect our planet for future generations. As we approach Earth Day 2023, it is more important than ever to take action and make a positive impact on the environment. There…