Bellevue, Washington

First Northwest Bancorp Completes Purchase of Bellevue Branch

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Monday, July 26, 2021
Regions of the United States, Bellevue, Washington, Subprime mortgage crisis, Geography of the United States, Primary dealers, U.S. Bancorp

Our team looks forward to serving King County by building the same strong relationships that have defined our history as a community bank.

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  • Our team looks forward to serving King County by building the same strong relationships that have defined our history as a community bank.
  • The Bellevue location will be the first full-service branch in King County, adding to the Seattle Lending Center.
  • First Northwest Bancorp (FNWB), a Washington corporation, is the bank holding company for First Fed and other investments.
  • First Fed will be continuing expansion with a new branch in Ferndale opening in August 2021.

The ONE Group Hospitality Inc. Opens STK Bellevue Fourth New STK Steakhouse 2021 Opening

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Friday, July 23, 2021
Restaurant, Bar, Food, Beverage, Retail, Destinations, Travel, Bellevue Square, Bellevue, Washington, Seattle metropolitan area, STK, The ONE Group, STK, THE ONE GROUP

The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc. (Nasdaq: STKS) today announced the opening of its newest STK Steakhouse in the heart of the Bellevue Collection shopping center, known for its high-end retail shops and fine-dining establishments.

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  • The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc. (Nasdaq: STKS) today announced the opening of its newest STK Steakhouse in the heart of the Bellevue Collection shopping center, known for its high-end retail shops and fine-dining establishments.
  • STK Bellevue, a company-owned location, is the brands first restaurant in Washington state and fourth opening of 2021.
  • We are thrilled to be finally opening our doors and welcoming new guests to this exquisitely-designed restaurant.
  • STK Bellevue features the brands signature Vibe Dining that allows guests to enjoy a unique atmosphere unlike any other.

Puget Sound Business Journal Awards The Spur Group for 2020 Growth and Performance

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Monday, July 19, 2021
Eastside, Seattle metropolitan area, Bellevue, Washington, Puget Sound region

BELLEVUE, Wash., July 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Puget Sound Business Journal (PSBJ) recently recognized The Spur Group for its 2020 success by naming the firm on two award lists for 2021: the 'Middle Market Fast 50' and 'Eastside Fastest-Growing Private Companies.'

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  • BELLEVUE, Wash., July 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Puget Sound Business Journal (PSBJ) recently recognized The Spur Group for its 2020 success by naming the firm on two award lists for 2021: the 'Middle Market Fast 50' and 'Eastside Fastest-Growing Private Companies.'
  • The Middle Market Fast 50 award highlights the fastest-growing public and private companies in the Puget Sound that had revenue between $25 million and $1 billion in 2020.
  • The 40 award recipients earned a collective $3.93 billion in 2020 and grew revenue by about 73% since 2018.
  • "The Spur Group is made up of countless talented individuals all dedicated to making this firm stand out in excellence and leadership."

Granite Secures $28 Million Interchange Access Ramp Project in Redmond, Washington

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Public policy, Government, State, Local, Other Construction & Property, Transport, Construction & Property, Public transport, Other Transport, Washington state), Transportation in Seattle, King County, Washington, Seattle metropolitan area, Political divisions of the United States, Bellevue, Washington, Redmond, Washington, Washington State Route 520, Interstate 5 in Washington, Washington State Department of Transportation

Granite (NYSE:GVA) announced it has been awarded the contract to construct the 148th Ave. NE Interchange Access Ramp in downtown Redmond, Washington by the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).

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  • Granite (NYSE:GVA) announced it has been awarded the contract to construct the 148th Ave. NE Interchange Access Ramp in downtown Redmond, Washington by the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).
  • The approximately $28 million award is anticipated to be included in Granites second quarter committed and awarded projects.
  • The new access ramp will provide a direct connection from the SR 520 offramp to new arterials, Hopper Street, Lumiere Street, and Shen Street.
  • We are happy to continue our longstanding relationship with WSDOT, said Blake Ambler, Granite senior project manager.

American Assets Trust, Inc. Acquires Eastgate Office Park in Bellevue, Washington

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Eastgate, Bellevue, Washington, Bellevue

SAN DIEGO, July 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Assets Trust, Inc. (NYSE: AAT) (the Company) has successfully closed on the acquisition of Eastgate Office Park, consisting of an approximately 280,000 square foot, multi-tenant office campus in the premier I-90 corridor submarket of Bellevue, Washington.

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  • SAN DIEGO, July 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Assets Trust, Inc. (NYSE: AAT) (the Company) has successfully closed on the acquisition of Eastgate Office Park, consisting of an approximately 280,000 square foot, multi-tenant office campus in the premier I-90 corridor submarket of Bellevue, Washington.
  • Additionally, Eastgate Office Park recently obtained municipal approval for rezoning, increasing the floor area ratio from 0.5 to 1.0, which will allow for significant additional development opportunities.
  • We are thrilled to further expand our presence in Bellevue, Washington and proud to add Eastgate Office Park to our portfolio of trophy assets, said Ernest Rady, the Companys Chief Executive Officer and President.
  • American Assets Trust, Inc. is a full service, vertically integrated and self-administered real estate investment trust, or REIT, headquartered in San Diego, California.

Conner Homes Named '2021 Middle Market Fast 50 Listmaker'

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Puget Sound region, Puget Sound, Puget, Bellevue, Washington

BELLEVUE, Wash., July 6, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Conner Homes, a legacy homebuilder based in Bellevue, Washington, which serves communities throughout the state, has been named as a top 50 middle market company in the Puget Sound region by the Puget Sound Business Journal.

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  • BELLEVUE, Wash., July 6, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Conner Homes, a legacy homebuilder based in Bellevue, Washington, which serves communities throughout the state, has been named as a top 50 middle market company in the Puget Sound region by the Puget Sound Business Journal.
  • As one of the region's fastest-growing middle market companies, Conner Homes ranked number 11 of the top 50 finalists and celebrated a notable 25% increase in revenue between the years of 2019 and 2020.
  • It's reflected in the homes Conner Homes builds, the communities it creates, and the way the company and its people do business.
  • As a recipient of the 2021 Puget Sound Business Journal Middle Market Fast 50 award, it has become a trusted name in the Puget Sound region.

Symetra Targets New Customer Segments with SwiftTerm(SM), Fast, Easy, Online Term Life Insurance

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Professional services, Insurance, Human resources, Finance, Sumitomo Life, Symetra, Bellevue, Washington, Insurance, Economy of the United States, Companies, Finance, Symetra Classic

Symetra today announced the launch of Symetra SwiftTerm(SM) , a new term life insurance product that offers fast, affordable coverage through a streamlined application process.

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  • Symetra today announced the launch of Symetra SwiftTerm(SM) , a new term life insurance product that offers fast, affordable coverage through a streamlined application process.
  • While term insurance isnt new, we think the platform and approach to SwiftTerm will be a game changer for our life distribution partners.
  • Symetra Life Insurance Company is a subsidiary of Symetra Financial Corporation, a diversified financial services company based in Bellevue, Washington.
  • 1 LIMRA, 2020 Insurance Barometer Study, May 22, 2020
    Symetra SwiftTerm is a term life insurance policy issued by Symetra Life Insurance Company, 777 108th Avenue NE, Suite 1200, Bellevue, WA 98004.

More Than 4,500 Seattle-Area Homes Have Sold For At Least $100,000 Above Asking Price in 2021, Versus 400 During the Same Period Last Year

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Seattle, Ask price, Bellevue, Washington, Geography of the United States

Meanwhile, 4,078 homes in Seattle have sold for between $100,000 and $299,999 above asking price, compared with 362 last year.

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  • Meanwhile, 4,078 homes in Seattle have sold for between $100,000 and $299,999 above asking price, compared with 362 last year.
  • Just over 6,300 Seattle homes have sold for between $25,000 and $99,999 above asking price, up from about 2,000 during the same period last year.
  • The typical home in the Seattle metro has sold for $47,878 above asking price so far in 2021.
  • In Bellevue, 88 homes have sold for more than $300,000 over asking price this year, versus just two last year.

Healthcare Management Administrators (HMA) Named a 2021 Washington's Best Workplaces by the Puget Sound Business Journal

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Thursday, June 17, 2021
Puget, HMA, Bellevue, Washington, WASHINGTON, United States

BELLEVUE, Wash., June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Healthcare Management Administrators, Inc. ( HMA ), a pioneer in self-funded health benefit programs and one of the nation's largest third-party administrators, today announced it was recognized as one of Washington's top 25 Best Workplaces in 2021 by the Puget Sound Business Journal in the category of large companies, those with 100-249 employees.

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  • BELLEVUE, Wash., June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Healthcare Management Administrators, Inc. ( HMA ), a pioneer in self-funded health benefit programs and one of the nation's largest third-party administrators, today announced it was recognized as one of Washington's top 25 Best Workplaces in 2021 by the Puget Sound Business Journal in the category of large companies, those with 100-249 employees.
  • "Though we've been fully-remote for over 15 months, our people are closer than ever.
  • We've also added many new team members who have only met their co-workers virtually, yet they have quickly become integral to HMA's success."
  • Companies compete for recognition based on the highest composite scores in a confidential employee survey administered by Quantum Workplaces on behalf of the Puget Sound Business Journal.

Symetra Honored as 2021 ‘Corporate Champion’ by the Puget Sound Business Journal

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Insurance, Human resources, Professional services, Philanthropy, Other Education, University, Primary, Secondary, Other Philanthropy, Education, Other Professional Services, Sumitomo Life, Symetra, Bellevue, Washington, Puget, Economy of the United States, Economic history, Companies

Symetra Life Insurance Company has been named a 2021 Corporate Champion by the Puget Sound Business Journal as part of the publications annual Corporate Citizenship Awards recognizing nine companies that give back to their communities and inspire real change.

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  • Symetra Life Insurance Company has been named a 2021 Corporate Champion by the Puget Sound Business Journal as part of the publications annual Corporate Citizenship Awards recognizing nine companies that give back to their communities and inspire real change.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210601005952/en/
    Just one year after launching our new Symetra Empowers Communities program, we are honored to receive this acknowledgement from the Puget Sound Business Journal and to be included among our fellow honorees.
  • The Puget Sound Business Journal also recognized the regions top 75 corporate philanthropists at the Corporate Citizenship Awards ceremony, held virtually on May 20th.
  • Symetra Life Insurance Company is a subsidiary of Symetra Financial Corporation, a diversified financial services company based in Bellevue, Washington.