Unveiling Authenticity: A Conversation with Dr. Jen Thomas, Founder of Chameleon O'Clock Dr. Thomas with her five children. This past week, we had the honor of chatting with Dr. Jen Thomas, the owner and mastermind of Chameleon O'Clock, LLC. With over two decades of experience in healthcare, academia, leadership, and as a [...]

Unveiling Authenticity: A Conversation with Dr. Jen Thomas, Founder of Chameleon O'Clock This past week, we had the honor of chatting with Dr. Jen Thomas, the owner and mastermind of Chameleon O'Clock, LLC. With over two decades of experience in healthcare, academia, leadership, and as a devoted military spouse and mother of five, Dr. Thomas [...]

The Thurston EDC continues its commitment to supporting small businesses by providing technical support for startups in Thurston County. In the first quarter of 2024, your EDC had 91 interactions with business startups, and many more are certain to come as we continue the year. Celebrating Progress and Vision: Small Business Week, [...]

Wheel Line owner Susie, right, with her daughter Maryanna.  Crafting Tradition: The Journey of Wheel Line Cider "As a small business owner, it's impossible to do everything on your own." - Susie Jensen Meet Susie Jensen, owner and creator of Wheel Line Cider located in Ellensburg, Washington. Together with her daughter, Maryanna, a [...]

Economic Development Heroes – STEDI This week marks Economic Development Week, a time to honor the individuals and organizations dedicated to fostering a vibrant and inclusive economy. At its core, economic development stems from the ancient concept of "taking care of one's home." It is about caring for our communities, and throughout Thurston County, [...]