PointNorth

Building a high-performing team starts with trust. At PointNorth, we embrace the journey of teamwork by establishing clear agreements and open communication. Discover how setting expectations and fostering accountability can strengthen your team's foundation and drive success!

Congratulations to Lisa Keohokalole Schauer (she/her) for being a Daily Journal of Commerce Oregon 2024 Women of Vision Honoree! 👏 Women of Vision highlights and supports women in the region who create opportunities for future generations through their leadership, technical skills, community involvement, and more. We're so proud of Lisa's achievements and her leadership at PointNorth! 🌟

Please join us in congratulating Lauren Shimer on her promotion to Project Director! 🎉 We are excited to recognize her leadership. Lauren plays a pivotal role on the Public Affairs team for the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program , and her exceptional attention to detail, proactive approach, and continuous pursuit of process improvements have made her an invaluable asset to PointNorth and our clients. Give it up for Lauren! 👏

Our talented multimedia designers Brooke Nugent and Tessa Plumb had the incredible honor of bringing to life the idea our team brainstormed for the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program 's first ever billboard! Located near the Denny's on Hayden Island, this billboard will be up for the remainder of October to support the IBR program's Draft SEIS public comment period. Keep an eye out for it the next time you're headed north across the Interstate Bridge!

We're excited that Latino Leadership Northwest hosted the 14th Annual Clark County Latino Youth Leadership Conference at WSU-V again! With over 670 middle and high school students in attendance, we're proud to be a sponsor of this conference to empower students to build leadership skills and explore different career paths. Special shoutout to Diana Avalos Leos, founder of Latino Leadership NW, for her leadership and commitment to improving outcomes for our youth!

How do you feel about change? It can be exciting, but it can also lead to a lot of fear. What if it all goes wrong? What if you let people down? While there's no way to completely put those feelings to rest, one key thing will pull you through – find out what it is, and how to cultivate it, in today's blog:

Meet Robert Arreola Moreno ✨ Robert is all about empowering communities! As Community Engagement Coordinator, he ensures that projects are inclusive and truly beneficial. With a wealth of experience in transportation outreach and climate action, he expertly connects project goals with community needs. Fun facts about Robert: ⛰️ Visited 8 different national parks during Covid 🥘 Loves to spend time cooking plant-based Mexican dishes 👥 Enjoys attending tabling events to inform the community on awesome improvements coming their way

Axes flew, pizza was devoured, and laughter filled the air! 🍕🪓🍻 We had an absolute blast, bonding over brews and some friendly competition. Here’s to good times and even better teammates!

Our team had a fantastic time at the Washington State Transit Association's annual conference, where we facilitated a breakout session and shared insights from the 'Transit is Why' public education campaign. This initiative amplifies the stories of those who rely on transit and highlights the vital role it plays in communities. Check out the campaign here: transitiswhy.com. Our team has been so proud to work on this. 🚌

As we wrap up #WorkforceDevelopmentMonth, we’re proud to highlight our clients at Pacific Mountain Workforce Development Council, South Central Workforce , Workforce Snohomish, and Workforce Southwest Washington for their efforts in building stronger, more inclusive communities and workforces. As consultants, we guide by the side purpose-driven leaders who serve diverse communities and amplify authentic voices. The impact of workforce development professionals is felt across our region, and we’re honored to celebrate their important work this September.