Holocene Drilling Strengthens Leadership Team With Strategic New Hire and Key Internal Promotion

Holocene Drilling has hired Brian Gose as Vice President of Operations, Business Development, and Safety. Brian will provide dynamic leadership to both office & field teams, oversee strategic personnel management & drive the expansion of Holocene's market presence.

Holocene Drilling has promoted Anisa Harnden to Operations Manager. Anisa has been a pivotal force in managing complex environmental & geotechnical projects, consistently delivering exceptional results.

Holocene Drilling delivers geotechnical and environmental drilling services across the Pacific Northwest, supporting infrastructure planning, investigation, and remediation in Washington and Oregon.

Holocene Drilling names Brian Gose VP of Operations, promotes Anisa Harnden to Operations Manager to drive growth & operational strength in drilling services.

Holocene Drilling provides geotechnical and environmental drilling services across the Pacific Northwest, supporting infrastructure planning, subsurface investigation, remediation & more.”

— Frank Brandse, Chief Operating Officer

PUYALLUP, WA, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Holocene Drilling today announced a significant strengthening of its leadership team with the hiring of Brian Gose as Vice President of

OtterSpace Announces New Black and White Patented Blackout Curtains for Travel and Total Darkness

New black and white patented blackout curtains from OtterSpace are coming soon, delivering total darkness for home and travel.

“Our customers consistently asked for neutral color options, and black and white were the clear favorites,” said Melissa Smith, Founder and CEO of OtterSpace. Patented Blackout Technology”

— Melissa Smith, Founder and CEO, OtterSpace

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- OtterSpace today announced new black and white color options coming soon for its patented blackout curtain system designed for home and travel. The travel-friendly system delivers total darkness by sealing light from all edges, helping families maintain consistent sleep routines anywhere.

The new neutral color options expand OtterSpace’s product line while preserving the brand’s

Beenstay Launches AI-Powered Short-Term Rental Management Platform Built to Cut Fees to 5% and Boost Host Revenue

Combining AI with operational expertise, Beenstay helps short-term rental owners reduce costs and achieve 30%+ revenue growth.

By embedding AI into every step of the management lifecycle, from pricing intelligence to guest messaging, we deliver institutional-grade performance at a fraction of the traditional cost.”

— Beenstay Representative

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Addressing the rising overhead costs facing short-term rental hosts, Beenstay today announced the commercial launch of its AI-powered

GentleMax Pro® Now Available at Forever Beauty Salon: Revolutionizing Aesthetic Treatments with Cutting-Edge Technology

Simran Kaur, Owner of Forever Beauty Salon, with the GentleMax Pro®

Our clients can now enjoy faster, more effective results with minimal downtime, making it easier than ever to achieve their aesthetic goals.”

— Simran Kaur

FEDERAL WAY, WA, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Forever Beauty Salon is thrilled to announce the addition of the GentleMax Pro® to their suite of advanced aesthetic treatments. This state-of-the-art device is set to elevate the

Jeff Wen Mortgage Broker Inc. Reveals Why Local Expertise Outperforms National Banks for Camas and Vancouver Homebuyers

VA Loan Specialist Vancouver

CAMAS, WA, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In a housing market defined by volatility and tightening credit standards, the gap between success and rejection often comes down to who is managing the loan file. Jeff Wen Mortgage Broker Inc., a premier lending firm based in Camas, WA, is releasing new market insights demonstrating

Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty and Hill Harper Announce New Speakeasy and Hybrid Retail in Madison Park

Realogics Sotheby's International Realty President and CEO Dean Jones and Actor/Hospitality Entrepreneur Hill Harper

Dynamic Coworking Spaces to Host Retail Clientele and Special Events to Support Operations; Anticipation Builds for Madison Park to Welcome Lifestyle Center

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty (RSIR) announced an expanded partnership with actor, author, entrepreneur, and lifestyle curator Hill Harper, confirming plans for a forthcoming lifestyle gathering space shared with RSIR’s

Massey Remodel + Design Named Remodeler of the Year by Master Builders of Pierce County

Transitional kitchen remodel completed by award-winning design-build firm Massey Remodel + Design.

James Massey of Massey Remodel + Design receiving the 2025 Remodeler of the Year award at the Master Builders of Pierce County President’s Gala.

Massey Remodel + Design, family-owned design-build remodeling company serving Pierce and King counties

This award recognizes Massey Remodel + Design’s work in home remodeling around the Tacoma area.

True craftsmanship means more than building beautiful spaces—it means creating a home that reflects our clients.”

— James Massey

TACOMA, WA, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Massey Remodel + Design, a family-owned and veteran-operated company, has specialized in kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, basement remodels, additions, and whole-home remodels in Pierce and King counties since 2018.

Today, Massey Remodel + Design is proud to

Anker Powers Up X Games Aspen 2026 as Official Mobile Charging Partner

Anker & X Games

Keeping athletes and fans connected with on-site charging and interactive experiences at one of winter sports’ most iconic events

BELLEVUE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Anker, the global leader in charging technology, today announced a new partnership with X Games Aspen 2026 as the Official Mobile Charging Partner, providing reliable power for athletes, staff, and fans throughout the three-day event at Buttermilk Mountain in Aspen, Colorado, from Jan. 23-25, 2026.

Severe cold environments present significant

Act With Purpose International Expands Into Europe and the UK, Creating Global Career Pathways for Actors

John Franklin Stevens - Owner of Act With Purpose, Intl. and creator of the Act On Ability Foundation

European Actor - Erica Mittig

European Actor - Olivia Lorenz

European Actor - Oswald Hunter

The Act With Purpose, Inc Logo reflects the company's ability to open doors for actors in the world of Television and Film

Creating structured, professional connections between European talent and international casting professionals.

The Act With Purpose team has been incredibly encouraging and deeply committed to our class, with a clear mission to guide us to becoming the best professionals we can be”

— Olivia Lorenz

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Long before Act With Purpose International expanded beyond North America, its founder John Stevens was a kid growing up in the Seattle area, wandering through Ballard—home to a vibrant Scandinavian expat

Washington state Senate passes bill for insurance restitution

OLYMPIA, Wash. — Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer's bill aimed at providing restitution for policyholders harmed by their insurance company or agent passed the Washington state Senate on Wednesday with a 29 to 20 vote.

The bill also establishes fining parity for all insurance entities regulated by the Office of the Insurance Commissioner.

"As the consumer watchdog, people expect us to help them when they’ve been harmed by a company they’ve trusted," Kuderer said. "They expect us to be able to make them whole."

Requested by Kuderer and primarily sponsored by Senator Adrian Cortes, the bill grants the Insurance Commissioner the authority to require violators of insurance laws to pay restitution.

Seattle Orcas Co-Owners Deepen Partnership with GMR Sports with Investment in The Hundred's Southern Brave

Utilita Bowl in Southampton, United Kingdom

Somasegar and Parthasarathy Join GMR's Global Cricket Portfolio With Investment in One of England's Most Successful Cricket Franchises

Whether you’re a cricket enthusiast or experiencing the sport for the first time, you can understand, enjoy, and be captivated by what unfolds in just two and a half hours.”

— Kiran Kumar Grandhi

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Seattle Orcas co-owners S. Somasegar and Sanjay Parthasarathy announced today their investment in Southern Brave, the English cricket franchise of The Hundred, to strengthen their partnership with GMR Sports. This strategic investment marks a significant

Antique Vendors Invited to the 2026 PNW Collector Convention

Kennewick, WA – Pacific Northwest’s Premier Collectibles Event Opens Vendor Registration

KENNEWICK, WA, UNITED STATES, January 19, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Antique vendors, dealers, and collectors are invited to participate in the 2026 PNW Collector Convention, taking place Saturday,

Tacoma Contractor S&E Remodeling Expands Services To Seattle

The S&E Remodeling Logo

S&E Remodeling, a Tacoma general remodeling company, expands its service area to include Seattle and King County.

We’re excited to offer our home remodeling services to more homeowners”

— Yaniv Livnat

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- S&E Remodeling, a trusted Tacoma remodeling and general construction company, has announced the expansion of its services to Seattle. This move marks a significant milestone in the company’s continued growth and reflects increasing demand for high-quality remodeling and renovation services in the Seattle market.

S&E Remodeling has built a strong reputation for delivering expertly crafted kitchen

Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty Names Sofia Padilla VP of New Developments as Gwo Piña Buchanan Team Launches

The Realogics Sotheby's International Realty Bellevue office.

Dehlan Gwo Continues as Listing Broker on Select RSIR High-Profile Accounts, Expands in Resale and Project Scope

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Executives at Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty (RSIR) announced today that Dehlan Gwo has launched a new marketing alliance with RSIR brokers, Rachel Buchanan and Yael Piña known as the Gwo Piña Buchanan Team. The collective will merge their complementary backgrounds in real estate development, luxury hospitality, and bespoke retail to deliver a

Precast Concrete Expert Clay Prewitt Explains How Box and Three-Sided Culverts Support Communities in HelloNation

Clay Prewitt

How do box culverts and three-sided culverts help infrastructure projects succeed?

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- How do box culverts and three-sided culverts help infrastructure projects succeed? Clay Prewitt of H2 Precast addresses this question in a

Alongside Earns ESSA Level II Certification for Improving K12 School Attendance

Alongside Earns ESSA Level II Certification for Improving K12 School Attendance

Independent third-party research proves Alongside is the leading student-facing solution for improving student attendance

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Alongside, the clinician-designed AI wellbeing platform used by more than 200 schools nationwide, today announced it has earned Evidence for ESSA

Book Bans Are Just the Beginning: Randi Weingarten on Education and Democracy

"Book Bans are Just the Beginning: The Fight for Education and Democracy" is a virtual conversation with teachers' union leader and author Randi Weingarten.

The Critical Justice Initiative is part of the Center for Civil Rights and Critical Justice at Seattle University School of Law.

Seattle University School of Law hosts teachers’ union leader Randi Weingarten for a virtual conversation on how attacks on education threaten civic life.

When schools and teachers are under attack, what’s really being targeted is the public’s capacity to think critically and act collectively.”

— Steven Bender, Co-Director, Critical Justice Initiative

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Seattle University School of Law's Critical Justice Initiative invites scholars and students from across the country to a virtual conversation with teachers' union leader and author Randi Weingarten.

"Book Bans Are Just the Beginning: The Fight

Dentistry Expert Molly Gunsaulis of Spokane, WA, Explains Early Signs of Feeding Problems for HelloNation

Molly Gunsaulis

Why do some children struggle with eating, even when no obvious illness is present?

SPOKANE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Why do some children struggle with eating, even when no obvious illness is present? A recent HelloNation article featuring Dentistry Expert Molly Gunsaulis of Dentistry for Children in Spokane explores this important question by examining feeding difficulties in infants and young children. The article shows how mealtime challenges can reveal deeper health issues and why early attention is critical.

According to HelloNation, some variation in feeding

Australia’s Leading WordPress Performance Agency Expands to the United States

WP Creative - Web Performance Agency 
for Scaling Brands

Australia’s top-ranked WordPress agency expands to the US, focused on website performance, post-click optimisation, and scalable growth.

WP Creative was built around performance, not projects. Expanding into the US lets us help more marketing teams turn WordPress into reliable growth infrastructure, not a bottleneck. ”

— Nirmal Gyanwali, Founder & CEO, WP Creative

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 13, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- WP Creative, one of Australia’s most established WordPress agencies, is expanding into the United States, marking a significant milestone in the company’s evolution from a traditional development partner to a specialist in website performance for scaling brands.

Founded more than a decade ago, WP Creative has built its reputation by focusing on depth

Tyrenn Revolutionizes Apparel with Aerospace-Inspired Nanobot Smart Dial for Perfect-Fit Wearables

Tyrenn introduces the Nanobot Smart Dial, an ultra-compact shape-control system inspired by aerospace engineering.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between advanced space technology and everyday lifestyle through innovative cybernetic systems.”

— Seok-hwan Kim, CEO of Tyrenn

WASHINGTON, WA, UNITED STATES, January 13, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Tyrenn, a South Korean deep-tech fashion innovator, is set to disrupt the global apparel and wearable market with its groundbreaking Nanobot technology. By repurposing advanced aerospace shape-control mechanisms into ultra-compact "Smart Dials," Tyrenn is establishing a new standard for "One fits All" functionality in the fashion industry.

The core of Tyrenn's innovation lies in its

Washington State To Welcome First Handel’s Ice Cream Location

First 100 guests receive FREE Ice Cream for a Year at the Grand Opening on January 17

VANCOUVER, WA, UNITED STATES, January 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Handel’s Ice Cream, the brand serving ice cream since 1945, expands to Vancouver, Washington with a new location on Mill Plain Blvd (530 Southeast 192nd Avenue). The grand opening takes place Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., and the first 100 guests receive FREE Ice

Sasha’s Pet Resort Announces Complimentary Access to Sasha’s Gang Adventures Blog

Turquoise brings magical poweers to Sasha's Pet Resort.

Continuing Adventures of Sasha’s Gang blog will be made available complementary for a limited sign-up period to the public.

I’ve been told by a few animal psychologists that dogs only have the emotional maturity of a two-year-old child. Not always true!”

— Dan McFadden

REDMOND, WA, UNITED STATES, January 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Sasha’s Pet Resort (store.sashaspr.com) announced today that in light of the increasing popularity of the

Koa Counsel Launches to Redefine the Legal Journey for Women — Bold. Brave. Beyond the Bar

Koa Counsel launches with the mission to empower women in law through mentorship, leadership development, and community — Bold. Brave. Beyond the Bar.

Not your ordinary platform for women in law — combining mentorship, leadership growth, and community to help members go beyond the bar

As a social-purpose organization, Koa Counsel is committed to creating lasting opportunity for women in the legal profession.”

— Susan Seah, Founder

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Koa Counsel officially launches this month with a mission to redefine how women experience and advance within the legal profession by fostering growth not only in career, but in life,

Cedar Dental Group Expands Dental Implant Services in Response to Growing Demand for Restorative Care

Cedar Dental Group

With rising patient interest in long-term oral health solutions, the Renton-based clinic highlights its comprehensive implant offerings and expertise.

More patients are asking about long-term solutions — not just quick fixes”

— Dr. Susan Chu

RENTON, WA, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Cedar Dental Group has expanded its focus on dental implant services amid a marked increase in demand for restorative care and patient

Coinme Names Hazen Baron as General Counsel

https://coinme.com/

Professional headshot of a man wearing a dark suit jacket, light patterned dress shirt and tie, facing the camera with a neutral, approachable expression against a clean, light background.

Veteran Fintech Attorney to Lead Legal Strategy as Licensed and Regulated Stablecoin and Crypto Platform Scales Enterprise Offerings

Hazen brings a rare combination of legal acumen and operational experience in regulated financial services.”

— Neil Berguist, CEO and co-founder, Coinme

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Coinme, a leading provider of an enterprise stablecoin and crypto payments platform, today announced the

Bernd Moving & Storage Launches a New Website for 2026: A Fresh Start for the New Year

Bernd Moving & Storage has launched a new website to serve customers seeking local and long-distance moving services in Yakima and surrounding areas.

YAKIMA, WA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Bernd Moving & Storage has announced the launch of a new website designed to provide information about the company's moving and storage services in Yakima, WA, and surrounding regions.

The website includes details about the company's services, including residential moving,

Prevencio and Quadrant Health Announce Partnership to Integrate HART CVE and HART CADhs AI-Blood Tests into Primary Care

Prevencio

HART AI Blood Tests

Partnership expands access to AI cardiometabolic risk insights to support earlier detection, clearer triage, and more personalized care pathways

By integrating HART blood tests into primary care workflows, clinicians move from uncertainty to clarity. This partnership builds on our existing demand from primary care clinicians for HART tests.”

— Rhonda Rhyne, Prevencio CEO

KIRKLAND, WA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Prevencio, Inc., a leader in advanced, AI-driven multiprotein-based cardiovascular and cardiometabolic risk assessment, and Quadrant Health today

The Classic Off-Broadway Show Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding Returns to Seattle

Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding, a vibrant, madcap, immersive show where the audience joins the fun, runs Feb 4 through Feb. 22 at Seattle’s LIT Immersive venue.

Just like a real wedding, only funnier”

— Chicago Tribune

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 6, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A Perfect Valentine Treat

“Just like a real wedding, only funnier” – Chicago Tribune
“More comedy than your average pasta sauce” – South Florida Insider

Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding, a vibrant, madcap, and immersive show where the audience joins in

Built In Honors Coinme in Its Esteemed 2026 Best Places To Work Awards

https://coinme.com/

Coinme Earns Best Startups to Work For in Seattle on Built In’s Best Places to Work List

Our team is united by our mission to expand access to crypto and create broader financial opportunities for everyone, and we've proven that mission-driven work transcends physical office boundaries.”

— Neil Berguist, CEO and co-founder, Coinme

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 6, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Coinme, a leading provider of an enterprise stablecoin and crypto payments platform, today announced it has been recognized by Built In as one of the Best Places to Work in 2026. The annual awards honor employers across the U.S. whose benefits and compensation set the standard for today’s workforce.

Now in its eighth year, Built In’s Best Places to Work program celebrates the companies