Profiles | South Sound Business

Made in the South Sound: Making it Rite

Since 1916, Tacoma-based Rite in the Rain has been making weather-resistant paper products for outdoor professionals, such as field scientists, construction workers, and military and first responders.

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24 Hours: Troy Alstead

A businessman by day and a philanthropist at heart, Alstead launched Ocean5 as a for-profit business that operates with sustainable practices.

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Q+A with Mike Sand

In his 16 years as Timberland Bank’s president and CEO, Mike Sand has steered the institution through periods of economic crisis and tremendous growth.

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Made in the South Sound: On the Water

In business since 1988, Marine Floats designs, manufactures, constructs, and maintains marinas, moorage, and dock systems.

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24 Hours: Kevin Eggen

Vice President of Development, Hops n' Drops

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A Creative Endeavor: On the Cutting Edge

Sparks fly as a Puyallup-based knife-maker creates innovative designs with sharp attention to detail

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A Creative Endeavor: The Economy of Language

Expedition Press’ Myrna Keliher prints words that she believes people need to read, or remember, or send to a loved one.

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A Creative Endeavor: Set in Stone

In the late 1800s, the discovery of sandstone in the Tenino valley brought economic prosperity to the town. Today, the Tenino Stone Carvers keep that history alive by continuing to practice the rare and traditional craft of stone carving.

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A Creative Endeavor: A Touch of Sugar and Spice

This career firefighter spends her off-duty time crafting sweet treats for her side hustle.

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Making Dough: The Vintage Baker

Jessica Duggan’s passion for baking has turned into a booming business — in Puyallup and beyond.