The Bellevue Chamber of Commerce celebrated the contributions of 10 Eastside companies as 2011 Best of the Eastside: Top Corporate Citizens. The award was presented to the companies in recognition of their commitment to making the Eastside one of the best places to live, work and launch a business.
“We are very fortunate to have these corporate citizens in our midst who demonstrate business savvy and innovation that make our community vibrant,” said Betty Nokes, Bellevue Chamber president and CEO. “Their commitment to our community, to their employees and to providing cutting-edge products and services is truly appreciated. We are proud they call the Eastside home!”
10 Companies Recognized as 2011 Eastside Top Corporate Citizens:
The 10 winners are AAA Washington, BarclayDean, Gallagher Benefit Services Inc., General Microsystems Inc., Hyatt Regency Bellevue, KeyBank, Parker Smith & Feek Inc., Synergy Construction Inc., The Bravern and Umpqua Bank
Collectively the 10 companies average 50 years in business and provide thousands of jobs. All of them are active in the community; their leaders serve on business and civic non-profit boards, and they encourage their employees to engage in their communities.
More information is available online.