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Congratulations to Hiraki Center Northwest on their ribbon cutting! Check out the facility and learn about Seimei at 611 The Parkway in Richland.

Thanks to Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) for hosting our November Business After Hours event at their beautiful Discovery Hall!

Congratulations to Roasters Coffee on their new Kennewick location. Pick up a cup of joe at the corner of 27th and Vancouver St.

Congratulations to the Best Western Plus in Richland on their fantastic new remodel! Visit the hotel at 1515 George Washington Way.

Congratulations to Planet Fitness on their new location in Richland! Visit them at 1711 George Washington Way!

Congratulations to Hempyhands Day Spa on their sweet new new space - just downstairs from the old location! Check out the new spa at 3030 W. Clearwater Suite 150 in Kennewick

Name: Stephanie Williams
Company Name: Kadlec
Title: Executive Director, Ancillary Services
Years at Company: 7 years

What are three things you use at work every day?
My planner, coffee, and a positive attitude

What was your first job?
I started as a babysitter at age 10 then I moved to working concessions in high school. My first professional job was as a social worker working in mental health. All my jobs have focused on service in one way or another!

Where is your hometown?
Lewiston, Idaho

How do you spend your free time?
With my husband and daughters, although now I only get time with my girls when they are home from college. I also like to cook, run and knit for stress relief!

What are three words that best describe you?
Genuine, hardworking and kind 

What did you want to become as kid?
My Mom tells me when I was little that I wanted to be a truck driver, however I remember wanting to be a lawyer up until I took a psychology class and was hooked! 

Where is your favorite place to travel?
We went as a family to Europe this summer and I’d love to go again. My favorite place was Amsterdam with the Scottish Highlands being a close second. 

How long have you lived in the Tri-Cities?
22 years

What is your favorite movie?
The Princess Bride 

How do you define success?
I love to coach my team. I feel the most successful when I have helped someone else succeed, see a new perspective or feel supported to do their best work.

What excites you the most about the direction of the Tri-City Regional Chamber?
I am encouraged by how the chamber has been engaging the whole community to identify an inclusive growth strategy with the intent of meeting the needs of our diverse population as we move into the future.

 Congratulations to Pennant Homes on their ribbon cutting and launch party. Check out their beautiful work at 6413 Springer Lane in Pasco.

Congratulations to BrandCraft on their sweet new digs! Check out the new office at 5453 Ridgeline Dr #140 in Kennewick

Name:  Jody O’Connor
Company Name: Washington Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)
Title:  PTAC Counselor
Years at Company:  6 Months

What are three things you use at work every day? 
A sense of humor, my cute desk lamp, and hand lotion

What was your first job? 
Gift shop in a hospital

Where is your hometown? 
Beautiful Ashland, Oregon

How do you spend your free time? 
Sitting on the porch at my cabin in Southern Oregon, looking out at the meadow, watching the elk and eagles enjoy their safe space

What are three words that best describe you? 
Honest, approachable, and trustworthy

What did you want to become as kid? 
A pilot

Where is your favorite place to travel? 
I love to visit the ocean beaches – so relaxing!

How long have you lived in the Tri-Cities?
12 years

What is your favorite movie? 
Yentl (I’m a huge Barbra Streisand fan)

How do you define success? 
A life lived for others is a life worthwhile – I like to go to sleep at night knowing that I’ve helped someone that day

What excites you the most about the direction of the Tri-City Regional Chamber? 
We have so many wonderful programs and strong collaborative relationships with businesses throughout the community, including myTRI 2030 Initiative – this is very important because working together brings about positive change for all involved.