Member Since 2024



Andrea Evans
Owner

1405 Fraser St F104
Bellingham, WA  98229
Business #: (360) 756-9992
andrea@appleyarns.com
www.appleyarns.com





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Andrea Evans, co-owner of Apple Yarns with her husband Andrew, created a knitting haven akin to "Cheers" for enthusiasts. Growing up in retail, she transitioned through interior design and marketing before founding Apple Yarns in 2007. Her passion for knitting led to a vibrant community hub where knitters gather, socialize, and craft.

Despite a busy schedule, Andrea knits constantly, often making gifts for her kids. Both she and Andrew foster a familial atmosphere in their shop, embodying a passion for knitting and community.

Renee Aase, Operations Manager & Retail Operations Lead

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Member Since 2004 
2023 - Treasurer                          
2019 - 2022 Secretary
2012 - 2017 Treasurer


Renee Aase
1800 Front St
Lynden, WA 98248
Business: 360-318-8780
Fax: 360-318-8391
Cell: 360-303-5654
www.thebankofpacific.com
raase@bankofthepacific.com

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Grace Peschek, Banking/Commercial Real Estate

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Member Since 2019
President 2023


Grace Peschek
Sr. Business Relationship Manager
Bellingham Neighborhood Financial Center
Business #: 206-702-9531
Business #: 360-255-2806 
Cell #: 360-931-9337

grace.peschek@becu.org





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Grace has worked in the financial industry for over 30 years, acquiring a wide variety of experience in finance, including Retail, Escrow, Mortgage, Commercial Business and Commercial Real Estate. She has spent the most recent 20 years in Commercial Banking, with a focus on Commercial Real Estate. She recently led a commercial real estate team as the Division Manager of the Northern Washington region.

Grace has a love for mentoring and educating clients and has built strong relationships, becoming a trusted advisor to many. With extensive experience working on complex Commercial Real Estate transactions and Commercial construction projects, Grace provides invaluable attention to her clients.

Living and working in Bellingham for over 30 years, Grace is respected and trusted in the community as an expert in Commercial Real Estate and Business services, contributing to building and maintaining excellent advocacy in the Bellingham and greater Whatcom County marketplace.

Grace is a graduate of the Farr Group Executive Leadership Academy and holds a BA from Western Washington University. In her free time Grace enjoys exploring the Pacific Northwest and all things outdoors.



Heidi Ypma, Vice President of Instruction

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2022 - 2023 Scholarship Chair


Heidi Ypma
Vice President of Instruction
Business #: (360) 752-8433       hypmawwib@gmail.com

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Bellingham Technical College’s mission is to provide student-centered, high-quality professional technical education for today’s needs and tomorrow’s opportunities.  BTC is the only technical college in northwest Washington, and we pride ourselves in being a supportive, student-first environment that has been providing skills-focused education to thousands of local and regional students since 1957.

Heidi has been a member of the administrative team since 2018 and enjoys supporting faculty in providing students the education and training needed to join the workforce in our community.  Prior to joining the BTC team, she taught mathematics at the high school, community college, and university levels.  Heidi completed her doctorate in Higher Education Administration through Northeastern University.  Her dissertation examined gender inequity in computer science.



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Member Since 2015
Charity Chair 2023
2014 Professional Woman of the
2017-2019 PWOTY Chair


Carolyn Saletto
President
5519 Hovander Rd Ste 109
Ferndale, WA 98248
Business #: (360) 384-3861
csaletto@icloud.com

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Carolyn Saletto’s  career spanned nearly 30 years of business serving both Whatcom and Skagit counties in the field of youth fitness. Her first business was the Gym Bus, a mobile gymnastics program that served preschools and daycares. By converting a school bus into a mobile gymnastics center, children were able to add the joy of movement and gymnastics to their day while at school or daycare. Gym Bus also could be seen at communities festivals, company picnics and birthday parties!

Carolyn opened Gym Star Sports Center in 2005. Shooting Stars Preschool was added in 2006. After growing out of her first location, a 12,000 sq ft facility was built in 2014 which is located at 5519 Hovander Rd Ste 109 in Ferndale, WA.

Stellar Dance Studio rounded out the business in 2015, adding Ballet, Jazz, Adult fitness and Hip Hop to the offerings of classes for students of all ages. Starting with just 30 students, Gym Star Sports Center had an enrollment of 500 students when the business was sold in the summer of 2022.

Happily retired now, Carolyn spends her time pursuing her passion of writing, enjoying her grandchildren, family and traveling with her husband.”

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Member Since 2014


Christine Coder
Owner
310 Palm Street #1
Bellingham, WA 98225
Business #: 360-927-4662
www.myccoder.com
myccoder@gmail.com

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HOMES FOR MY CLIENTS are spaces created within a conversation. When I first meet with potential clients something magical starts to happen. I get a glimpse into their world, into what they think is beautiful. Together we build a vision, an image. We RE-IMAGINE their home.

Connie Bentley - Business Advisor

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Member Since 2017
Vice President 2023
2020 - 2022 PWOTY  Chair


CMB Consulting

Connie Bentley 
Blaine, WA
Business #: (360)-335-9116
Cell #: (415)-265-3999
cmbconsulting@conniebentley.com 




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Connie Bentley is currently the founding principal of CMB Consulting, LLC. She works with CEOS and Owners as their trusted business advisor and thinking partner. Together they address mission-critical business issues that often lead to them experiencing true business and professional breakthroughs. In addition to her consulting clients, Connie works with executives who are making a transition as their Executive Career Strategist through her affiliation with Executive.

Connie is an executive with rich and deep experience in the leadership development space both as a practitioner and leader. Most recently, Connie served as General Manager, for the USA for Scotland based Insights Learning and Development. When Connie arrived at Insights, there were two jointly owned distributors and one wholly owned office in place in the US. The strategic decision to buy out the managers and blend the three offices into one integrated Insights business in the US became Connie's mission.

Evergreen Gardens- Jennifer Crane

Member Since 2023



Jennifer Crane
Owner, Evergreen Gardens
698 W Pole Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248
Phone: 360.203.5509
Email: info@eventsateg.com
Website: www.EventsatEG.com


Jen and fellow WWIB member Katie Slottje are the co-owners and hosts of Evergreen Gardens. They have been good friends since college and in 2021, they joined forces to acquire this immaculate property.

From Biology majors at Westmont College, to excelling in the professional worlds of finance and nursing, they are thrilled to be working together on our own new venture.

Evergreen Gardens- Katie Slottje

Member Since 2023



Katie Slottje
Owner, Evergreen Gardens
698 W Pole Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248
Phone: 360.203.6176
Email: info@eventsateg.com
Website: www.EventsatEG.com


Katie Slottje is owner of Evergreen Gardens event venue in Ferndale, WA. After working in corporate Finance for many years, she ventured into owning & running a small business at the end of 2021 so she could spend more time being creative and getting involved in her community. And she was finally able to leave corporate in August of 2023! 

When Katie is not working on booking and hosting events, she volunteers at the Ferndale Food Bank and for the Sustainable Connections Food Recovery Program. She also supports and volunteers at Mountain Meets Farm, a local non-profit large animal rescue, and is slowly building her own hobby farm on the side. She is a lover of the outdoors, hiking, snowboarding, traveling, and DIY projects.

Debbie Gann

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Member Since 2010
2009 Professional Woman of the Year Winner


Debbie Gann
1316 King St Ste 1
Bellingham, WA
Business #: (360) 734-3849
Cell #: (360) 303-5028
Fax #: (360) 734-5908
www.homeattendantcare.com
debbie@homeattendantcare.com




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Making a Difference…Home Attendant Care makes a difference in the lives of those we serve every day. Our experienced and trusted team helps elders maintain independence and stay in their own homes where they continue enjoying their current lifestyle. From occasional check-in visits to 24-hour live-in care, Home Attendant Care provides personalized care based on individual needs. Location also in Skagit County.

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Jennifer Matamorosa, Baker/Owner

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Member Since 2019

2022 Fundraising Chair

2020-2021 Banquet Chair

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Jennifer Matamorosa
Baker/Owner
2715 King St. 
Bellingham, WA 98225
Business #: 360-255-9998 
www.americascupcoffeeshop.com                               itsthesweetthingsbakery@gmail.com




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It's The Sweet Things Bakery is a cottage kitchen pastry catering business where I specialize in assorted pastries for small to medium gatherings, custom cakes for birthdays, anniversaries and weddings, and everything in between.

America's Cup Coffee Shop is a small outdoor cafe, offering an assortment of beverages, handcrafted pastries, and light lunch options. All of these are made with locally sourced and quality ingredients.



Jamia S. Burns

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Member since 2016

2022-2023 Membership Chair 
2018-2021 Scholarship Chair


Jamia S. Burns
Attorney at Law                      

1200 Dupont St., Suite 1D
Bellingham, WA 98228
360-739-6379
www.jamiaburnslaw.com
jamia@jamiaburnslaw.com




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Jamia S. Burns practices primarily Estate Planning and Probate. Mrs. Burns takes pride in working closely with clients to prepare personalized documents that accurately reflect their concerns and preferences. Common Estate Planning tools include: Wills, Trusts, Health Care Directives (Living Wills), Powers of Attorney, and Community Property Agreements.

Which documents are appropriate will depend on each client's specific circumstances. Services are provided on a Fixed Fee basis, so there are no surprises. Evening and weekend appointments are available. Call 360.739.6379 for a FREE initial phone consultation.

Julie Guay

Member Since 2002
2022 - 2023 Charity Chair  
2018 Charity Chair
2017 Member at Large
2010-2012,2016 Charity Chair
2014 Secretary
2012, 2013 VP Membership
2007-2011 Executive Board Member
2004 Treasurer



2505 Cedarwood Ave., Ste. 5
Bellingham, WA 98225
 
Cell #: (360) 920-6179
sjzguay@yahoo.com 





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Blue Skies for Children is a local 501(C)3 non-profit organization. Our mission is to raise hope and self-esteem by sponsoring enrichment activities and other essentials for homeless, low-income and foster children, ages 6 to 18, in Whatcom County. 

Tally


Member Since 2008

2022 Past President
2018 Banquet Chair                                                               2016 - 2017 Past President & Banquet Chair
2014-2015 President
2015 Banquet Chair


Tally Rabatin
Lydia Place - Community Engagement Director
Address: PO Box 28487
Bellingham, WA 98228
Business #: 360-671-7663
www.lydiaplace.org
tallyr@lydiaplace.org





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Member Since 2013                                                                    
2019 - 2020 Membership
2015-2016 PWOTY Chair 


Lisa Chovil
Senior Sales Director

360-319-2509
http://marykay.com/lchovil
lchovil@comcast.net


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Women everywhere want products that deliver results. At Mary Kay Inc., our expert team of scientists uses the most advanced skin care technology available to ensure that consumers get what they want: innovative products they can believe in at a price they can afford.

Our services include education about your skincare needs and a TRY before you buy service. Our top of the line products include a 100% satisfaction guarantee and a personal consultant.

I have been with our family run company for 17 years! You are welcome to a private consultation or join us at The Bellingham Beauty Bar in Fairhaven.

Lynn Giuliani, President

Member Since 2020
Awards Chair 2023

2019 Professional Woman of the Year

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Lynn Giuliani
President
Bellingham, WA  
Business #: 360-319-6776      
3196776@gmail.com

www.progressionsinc.net




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My name is Lynn Giuliani, President and founder of Progressions Inc. a consulting company specializing in sales, service and leadership training for financial institutions. I have over 40 years of experience in the Financial Industry in both the United States and Canada.

I'd like to share the wisdom and inside secrets I've discovered in over 40 years of sales and service training to help you get profound results. And here's your first inside secret... it's really much easier than you might think.

My thorough knowledge of the industry helps me to create a personal rapport with my participants, as they know "she's been there!" I work with banks, credit unions, and other organizations to create a more proactive sales culture. My focus is on teaching new behaviors and skill sets through ongoing coaching and mentoring, and essentially "walking them through change."



Mikel Bryant, Dietician- Sensibly Sprouted

Member Since 2023


Mikel Bryant
Dietitian, MS RDN CD CSOWM
12 Bellwether Way Suite 223
Bellingham, WA 98225
Business #: (360) 230-8202          www.sensiblysprouted.com





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With over 8 years of specialized experience in obesity and weight management, Mikel holds the title of Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management (CSOWM), driven by a passion for comprehensive transformation. Her academic journey includes degrees from the University of Florida and the University of North Florida, accompanied by accolades from Mayo Clinic and various awards.

The heartfelt gratitude expressed by patients and interns serves as the most meaningful recognition, affirming the positive impact she’s had. Beyond her professional pursuits, Mikel finds joy in outdoor exploration, particularly enamored by the Pacific Northwest since relocating from Florida. Indoors, she indulges in hard rock/metal, culinary experimentation, thrilling reads, and spends quality time with her mustachioed cat, Burt Reynolds.



Andi Dyer - Real Estate Broker

Member Since 2016

2022 - 2023 Programs                                                                       
2018 - 2021 Publicity Chair 




Andi Dyer
Designated Broker 
2011 Young St. Suite #101 
Bellingham, WA 98226
Business #: (360) 734-6479          www.andidyer.com                               andidyer@gmail.com




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Andi Dyer

Embark on a transformative real estate journey with me, Andi Dyer, where we redefine the essence of property transactions — shaping legacies & realizing dreams. I've evolved from a broker to leading Sterling Real Estate Group, a beacon of excellence founded by my father in 1991.

Armed with a Business Management degree, I've nurtured Sterling Real Estate Group into a boutique powerhouse. It goes beyond transactions; it's about crafting memorable client experiences, guiding them to find not just a house but a home to strategically build generational wealth.

Distinguished as part of the 1% of real estate professionals holding the title of Master Certified Negotiation Expert. I secure the best opportunities, laying the foundation for an enduring financial legacy.

Building on my commitment to service, I take pride in the creation and ongoing support of The Dyer Family Friendship School in Cambodia. This initiative reflects my belief in making a positive impact beyond real estate transactions.

Beyond transactions, my adventures span over 40 countries. Yet, the allure of Puget Sound beckons me home. I'm here to share why this region is not just a place to live but your perfect Home Base.