Jan 16, 2026

King County Superior Court

York

Gov. Bob Ferguson appointed Daniel York to the King County Superior Court. York's appointment fills the position vacated by Judge LeRoy McCullough, who retired from the bench at the end of 2025. York is a career litigator with more than 15 years of legal experience. He currently practices family law as a partner at the Seattle law firm of Wechsler Becker. He also serves as a Family Law Commissioner Pro Tem in King County and is the current chair of the King County Bar Association's Family Law Section. York is a United States Marine Corps veteran who served in Iraq and Kuwait. Earlier in his career, York spent more than eight years providing reduced rate representation for survivors of domestic violence in Seattle. During that time, he also served four years as an adjunct professor at Seattle University School of Law, where he taught multiple family law focused courses, and four years as a volunteer attorney at New Beginnings Domestic Violence Clinic. York earned his bachelor's degree from Texas Tech University and his law degree from the University of Houston. He also completed master's level mental health counseling coursework at St. Mary's University prior to attending law school.

Clark Pacific

California-based Clark Pacific, a design-build manufacturer of prefabricate building systems, announced that it will open offices in Washington and Arizona that will allow the company to meet growing demand for prefabrication in these regions. Clark Pacific designs, engineers, fabricates and installs high-performance building envelope systems known for their versatility, owner value and durability. “This represents an exciting new chapter for Clark Pacific,” said Don Clark, CEO of Clark Pacific. “In the Pacific Northwest, we are committed to building on our success in facades, delivering high-performance, aesthetically pleasing and sustainable building envelope solutions.”

State of Alaska

Fifty years ago, Alaskan voters amended the state constitution to set aside a portion of the state's revenues from oil and minerals, establishing the Alaska Permanent Fund to benefit all generations of Alaskans. “The generations who established and built the Permanent Fund prioritized the future of Alaska over their ability to take more for themselves,” stated Deven Mitchell, executive director and CEO. “Fortunately for our state, they turned a time of short-term extraordinary wealth from nonrenewable resources into Alaska's greatest renewable resource. Fifty years later, it is our turn to lead to ensure that the fund continues to serve Alaskans for generations to come.” Per the 1976 amendment, a portion of all the state's oil and mineral revenues — along with special appropriations to grow the fund and inflation proofing to maintain the fund's purchasing power — is deposited into the fund's principal. These contributions are transformed into long-term, renewable financial revenues through global investment, generating income to support essential state services and the annual Permanent Fund Dividend, which is distributed directly to Alaska residents. The Alaska Permanent Fund has grown to become the largest sovereign wealth fund in the U.S., with a value exceeding $85 billion and a 9.35% rate of return in fiscal year 2025.

Jan 15, 2026

Perlo Construction

W. Peterson

J. Peterson

Perlo Construction has expanded its footprint into the Puget Sound region, with the opening of a new office in Tacoma. Founded in the 1950s, Perlo specializes in a range of sectors including industrial, manufacturing, distribution, storage, retail, healthcare, education, auto dealerships, office and tenant improvement projects. Beyond traditional construction services, Perlo offers comprehensive preconstruction services, including budgeting, constructability reviews, design-build delivery, and ongoing facility improvements. Its Special Projects Group is equipped to handle everything from minor repairs to full-scale renovations, providing clients with a single, reliable partner throughout the entire lifecycle of their buildings.

Jordan Peterson has been promoted to director of operations, and will oversee operations for Perlo's Tacoma office. Whitney Peterson has been promoted to senior training & development manager. She will relocate to Tacoma to help co lead Perlo's newly opened office. She brings more than a decade of diverse industry experience, including subcontractor relations, special projects, and large-scale industrial work. Riley Pifer has been promoted to project engineer with Perlo's Special Projects Group, and will also relocate to Tacoma. Pifer joined Perlo after completing three years as a summer intern, bringing with her a strong foundation in construction management and hands-on experience across a wide range of smaller scale projects.

Delta Dental of Washington

McWashington

Delta Dental of Washington has hired Shawn McWashington as its new director of sales. McWashington will lead a full team of sales professionals and oversee the organization's sales strategy. He brings a broad background in sales, business development and customer strategy, having held leadership roles at Amazon,Trupanion and HomeStreet Bank.

McWashington earned both his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Washington State University, where he was also a student-athlete. He was a starting wide receiver on the first WSU team to reach the Rose Bowl in 67 years. He later completed his PhD coursework in athletic administration from Florida State University. McWashington has served on the board of directors for the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle and Communities in Schools of Washington. He also contributes his time and expertise to initiatives supporting education, equity and youth development.

Delta Dental of Washington was founded 70 years ago by Seattle area dentists.

Jan 14, 2026

Foster Garvey

Sterbank

Foster Garvey has promoted Bob Sterbank to principal in the firm's Seattle office. Sterbank has more than 30 years of municipal, land use and litigation experience. He is a veteran city attorney for the city of Snoqualmie, having advised mayors, city council members and other government administrators in cities across the greater Seattle area for nearly a decade. He has been recognized for his leadership by Washington Super Lawyers. He has served as counsel at the firm since May 2023. Sterbank is an active committee member and board member of the Washington State Association of Municipal Attorneys. Foster Garvey has offices on both coasts, and offers an extended national and international reach to serve companies, government entities and individuals across a full spectrum of legal services.

Skagit County Commissioners

Skagit County Commissioners Ron Wesen and Peter Browning have approved the nomination of Joe Burns to the vacant District 3 commissioner seat. District 3 encompasses eastern Skagit County including the cities of Burlington and Sedro-Woolley and the towns of Hamilton, Concrete and Lyman.

The previous District 3 commissioner, Lisa Janicki, retired Jan. 2. Commissioner Janicki's elected term ends on Dec. 31. With the decision to retire before the end of her elected term, a nomination process was conducted by the Skagit County Democrats to replace Commissioner Janicki. The replacement of a vacant county commissioner position is outlined in RCW 36.32, which states if there is one vacancy on the Board of County Commissioners, then the remaining two commissioners shall fill the vacancy.

Three candidates were nominated by the Skagit County Democrats for consideration by the Board of Skagit County Commissioners. Wesen and Browning interviewed the three candidates during a televised public meeting, and then voted to nominate Burns for the seat.

Burns will serve until the November general election results are certified. The District 3 commissioner seat will be on the ballot this upcoming November and the newly elected commissioner will take office after the election results are certified. Burns is a Sedro-Woolley City Councilmember, representing Ward 6, and teaches automotive shop classes at Sedro-Woolley High School. He currently sits on the Helping Hands Food Bank board and has previously served as the Sedro-Woolley Lions Club president. His work on the Sedro-Woolley City Council has focused on improving public safety and community health, including support for North Star, the community court system, and creation of the police department K-9 program.

Jan 13, 2026

JTM Construction

Orme

Johnson

Mikkelson

Mason

JTM Construction recently announced several promotions. Trent Mason has been promoted to senior project engineer. Mason joined JTM as an intern in 2022 and was hired full time in 2023, quickly taking on increased responsibility in support of project coordination and execution. In his new role, he will continue to provide technical support, assist with scheduling and cost tracking, and contribute to the successful delivery of construction projects. Dustin Mikkelson has been promoted to VDC & QC manager. Mikkelson has been with the company since July and brings nearly two decades of experience in the construction industry, having begun his career in 2006 as a drafter. Throughout his career, he has developed extensive expertise in virtual design and construction, quality control, and coordination across project teams. In his new role, he will oversee VDC and quality processes to support accurate planning, coordination, and project execution. Warren Johnson has been promoted to senior director of business development. Johnson joined the company in 2023 and brings extensive experience across the real estate and construction industry, having served in a range of roles including project manager before transitioning into business development management in 2001. In his new role, he will lead strategic business development initiatives, support client relationships, and contribute to the company’s long-term growth. Michael Orme has been promoted to project executive. Orme holds a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from the University of Washington and joined JTM in 2012 after beginning his career in the construction industry in 2011. During his tenure at JTM, he has advanced through leadership roles with responsibility for overseeing complex projects, guiding project teams, and maintaining strong client partnerships. In his new role, Orme will provide executive leadership across multiple projects, overseeing operational performance, financial outcomes, and strategic alignment. JTM Construction is a Seattle-based general contractor delivering commercial construction projects throughout the Pacific Northwest.