Mar 18, 1999

George, Hull, Porter & Kohli

David A. LeMaster has become a shareholder and member of George, Hull, Porter & Kohli, a Seattle-based law firm. Tracie Wall recently joined the firm as an associate practicing corporate transactions, tax issues, real estate matters and estate planning. Derek Woolston recently joined the firm as an associate practicing business litigation, employment law and intellectual property.

Lynnwood Mortgage

Lynnwood Mortgage recently added Patricia Wernofsky, Leah Wagner and Nita Consiglio as loan officers at its Lake Stevens branch. Wernofsky formerly worked at Western States Mortgage, Wagner formerly worked at Wagner Fence and Consiglio formerly served as a marketing representative for Couer d'Alene Resort.

Tully's Coffee

Tully's Coffee Japan recently added Mitsubishi Trading Co. as a shareholder and strategic partner. Tully's Coffee Japan operates four retail stores in Tokyo and plans to open 25 stores in the next year. Tully's Coffee Corp. is based in Seattle.

Myers Advertising Specialties

Myers Advertising Specialties, a Tacoma-based advertising specialties company, recently changed its name to Judge Advertising. The company has a new website at http://www.judgeadvertising.com.

Emerald Solutions

Emerald Solutions, a Portland-based information technology consulting services company, recently hired Jim Gruher as senior vice president of the western region. Gruher will oversee operations in Bellevue and Portland. Gruher formerly served as managing vice president of the manufacturing industry solutions group at Complete Business Solutions.

Mackie Designs

Mackie Designs, a Woodinville-based manufacturer and marketer of professional audio systems, recently accepted the resignation of Patric Wiesmann, vice president of marketing and business development. Wiesmann joined the firm in January 1997 and plans to return to the medical products industry.

Mercata

Mercata, a Bellevue-based online shopping company, recently named Dennis J. Shepard chief operating officer. Shepard formerly served as senior vice president of operations at Onsale Inc., an e-commerce company. For more information about Mercata, visit the website at http://www.mercata.com.

Lasco Shipping Co.

Lasco Shipping Co., a Portland-based ship management company, recently named Daniel I.A. Hall chartering manager responsible for 12 vessels involved in dry bulk cargo movements. Hall formerly worked with Howe Robinson Shipbrokers in London.

Evergreen State College Foundation

John Erlick was recently inducted to the board of governors of the Evergreen State College Foundation. Erlick serves as a principal with the law firm of Reed McClure in Seattle.

Dain Rauscher

Dain Rauscher, a Bellevue-based investment firm, recently promoted Steve Dewalt to first vice president, investment officer; Brian Orrico was promoted to vice president, investment officer; and Scott Burns, Thomas Johnson, Francine McGuire and Curtis Vinson were promoted to associate vice presidents, investment officers.

Ogden Murphy Wallace

Ogden Murphy Wallace recently elected Greg A. Rubstello a member in the firm's Seattle office. Rubstello is the city attorney for the cities of Bothell and Carnation.