Profiles | South Sound Business

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.

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Down on the (Mattress) Ranch

You might know Ted Sadtler as Mattress Ranch’s founder and oddly endearing TV pitchman. But beyond that zany persona is someone who has coupled risk and opportunity to write his own small business success story.

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24 Hours: Dana Ralph, Mayor of Kent

Dana Ralph’s Kent Valley roots date back to the 1930s, when her great-grandparents settled in the area. Her family has called Kent its home since.

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A Champion for Business

Pierce County Economic Development Director Betty Capestany talks about her new role and the importance of bringing jobs to the South Sound region.

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24 Hours: David Setford

Born in England to a family of artists and art industry professionals, it is no surprise that David Setford would grow up to work in the arts, an appreciation of which is essentially part of his DNA.

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Smart Solutions, Measured Growth

Two small tech companies find innovative and efficient solutions to otherwise laborious situations — and they chose the South Sound as their home base to do so.

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An Enchanting Proposition

Longtime nurse uses personal touch to help her Lakewood store keep its wings.