Apr 15, 2026

Seattle Times

Lynn Jacobson, managing editor at The Seattle Times, is retiring after more than three decades at the paper. Matt Canham, deputy managing editor who oversees local news coverage, will take over as managing editor.

Jacobson became managing editor in May 2021.

A graduate of the University of Washington and New York University, Jacobson covered theater in New York before returning to Seattle. She joined The Times in 2000 as an assistant arts editor and rose steadily through the ranks.

The Times is now the largest paper north of Los Angeles and west of Minneapolis by circulation, with 108,000 paid digital-only subscribers and daily print circulation of 60,000.

Canham, 45, came to The Times in December 2021 after nearly 20 years at The Salt Lake Tribune. He has signaled plans to expand coverage, particularly in state, local, and national politics.

The Times has also recently hired a Washington, D.C.-based correspondent, Anumita Kaur.

Perkins Coie

Perkins Coie announce that Chad Colton has joined its Commercial Litigation practice as a partner in Portland and Seattle.

Bringing two decades of experience, Colton represents clients in high-stakes commercial matters such as partnership, shareholder, breach of contract, IP, and licensing disputes. He also frequently serves as lead trial counsel for bet-the-company cases, often joining to advise and advocate for clients in the middle of litigation or immediately before trial.

“Chad is a seasoned trial lawyer with an excellent reputation among judges and peers in the Pacific Northwest,” said Shari Brandt and Julia Markley, co-chairs of the Litigation practice. “He immediately enhances our national litigation bench with his extensive lead counsel experience and strong track record across a range of commercial disputes. He also brings a deep commitment to mentoring younger lawyers and sharing practical insights that will strengthen our trial teams and client service.”

Having taken dozens of cases to trial across the country, Colton navigates litigation matters for clients in a variety of industries, with a particular focus on sports and entertainment disputes. Recently, he served as a lead trial counsel in several high-profile jury trials in the Pacific Northwest in matters seeking billions of dollars in damages. Chad handles commercial disputes in the healthcare, hospitality, retail, and manufacturing industries and has represented major companies in a wide range of issues from trade secrets to breach of contract and fraud. Prior to joining Perkins Coie, Colton was a shareholder at a Portland litigation boutique.

Colton earned his Bachelor of Arts from Brigham Young University and his Juris Doctorate degree from Lewis & Clark Law School.

Apr 14, 2026

Greater Good Charities

Greater Good Charities, a global nonprofit focused on helping people, animals and the environment, said it has surpassed $1.1 billion in lifetime impact since its founding in 2006. The organization marked the milestone with the release of its 20-Year Impact Report, which documents two decades of humanitarian, animal welfare and environmental efforts worldwide.

Originally launched as an online platform connecting donors with charitable causes, Greater Good Charities has grown into a global operation active in 121 countries. The nonprofit works across disaster response, animal health and wellbeing, biodiversity and conservation, and humanitarian relief and development, relying on partnerships with more than 10,000 community organizations, nongovernmental organizations and corporate partners to deliver aid at scale.

According to the report, the organization has delivered $1.1 billion in aid across six continents, including more than 500 million meals for people and 895 million meals for pets. Its work also includes protecting more than 1.35 million acres of land, safeguarding 15 billion bees and native pollinators, providing 300,000 safe rides to school for girls, conducting over 76,000 spay and neuter surgeries, and distributing more than 3.5 million books.

“Twenty years of listening to and partnering with communities worldwide has shown us that people, animals and the environment are inextricably linked — and complex challenges require creative solutions,” said Liz Baker, CEO of Greater Good Charities. “By working with local leaders on-the-ground, as well as with manufacturers, distributors and retailers, we've redefined expectations for how quickly aid can move during a crisis.”

As it enters its third decade, Greater Good Charities said it will continue adapting its approach and using emerging technologies to respond quickly to evolving needs.

Apr 10, 2026

Frazier Healthcare Partners

Frazier Healthcare Partners, a private equity firm focused on the healthcare industry, announced that Randy Hyun has joined the firm's Growth Buyout team as an Executive in Residence. Hyun will focus on investment opportunities in pharmacy services.

Hyun brings over two decades of leadership experience across pharmacy services, supply chain, and managed care. He most recently served as president of Evernorth Health System Services, where he was responsible for leading a portfolio of technology-enabled services supporting health systems, providers, and patients, including drug distribution, 340B solutions, specialty pharmacy, and infusion services. Before his tenure at Evernorth, Hyun was chief executive officer of CarepathRx, a provider of specialty pharmacy, infusion, and telepharmacy solutions to health systems.

Prior to CarepathRx, Hyun served as chief executive officer of Aetna Medicaid, where he led a national managed care organization spanning 16 states and approximately $14 billion in revenue. He also led Aetna Pharmacy Management, overseeing the company's specialty pharmacy, PBM, and mail-order businesses.

Earlier in his career, Hyun spent 18 years at McKesson, holding a range of senior leadership roles across strategy, business development, and provider solutions, including leading businesses focused on specialty pharmaceuticals and healthcare technology.

“Randy is a highly accomplished healthcare executive with deep expertise across the pharmacy ecosystem,” said Philip Zaorski, general partner at Frazier. “His leadership experience, combined with his track record of building and scaling leading pharmacy platforms, makes him an exceptional partner as we continue to invest in the sector.”

Founded in 1991, Frazier Healthcare Partners is a private equity firm focused exclusively on the healthcare industry. Frazier is headquartered in Seattle, with an office in New York City, and invests broadly across the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

Apr 09, 2026

Liberty Bank

Klatman

Liberty Bank has appointed Silvia Klatman to its Board of Directors.

Klatman brings a background in communications and marketing, along with experience as a nonprofit leader and business manager. Quasi-retired but actively engaged in the community, she is known for her problem-solving approach and passion for working with organizations dedicated to customer service and community support in Kitsap County.

Throughout her career, Klatman has worked across government, nonprofit, and private industry sectors.

“Silvia brings a thoughtful perspective, strong communication skills, and a deep commitment to our community,” said Liberty Bank President and CEO Rick Darrow. “We are pleased to welcome her to the Board of Directors and look forward to the contributions she will make to the continued success of Liberty Bank.”

Headquartered in Poulsbo, Liberty Bank is a community-focused financial institution committed to providing customer service and supporting the communities it serves.

Apr 08, 2026

UMC

Bray

UMC promoted Joe Bray to service director, recognizing his strong track record of leadership, operational excellence, and commitment to developing high-performing teams. In the new role, Bray will focus on strengthening alignment across the service team, driving consistency through standardized processes, and ensuring team members are equipped with the support and resources needed.

At UMC, Bray's experience spans research and development environments, where adaptability, decisiveness, and ownership are essential. Bray's ability to balance operational excellence with team development has made him a pivotal contributor to UMC's ongoing success, the company said.

“Joe brings the experience, insight, and leadership skills needed to step into this role and hit the ground running,” said Bryan Eppler, vice president of Owner Direct Services. “We're confident he will guide the team with clarity and focus, helping us execute our growth plans while continuing to build a high-performing, aligned service organization.”

Founded in 1920 as a mechanical contractor, UMC has added a vast range of integrated services in facility performance and maintenance, energy and environment, building energy modeling, building automation and controls, manufacturing and reality capture scanning.

Apr 07, 2026

UMC

Wallace

Kodramaz

UMC recently promoted two key team members, Audie Wallace and Ryan Kodramaz, who will help lead its focused healthcare market strategy.

UMC has appointed Wallace as Director of Development in the healthcare market sector for the Pacific Northwest. Wallace will lead UMC's healthcare market strategy, cultivate strategic partnerships, and support clients in identifying and advancing high-impact capital projects. His healthcare experience includes leadership on projects such as Overlake Medical Center, Swedish Issaquah, Seattle Children's Bellevue Clinic and Surgery Center, and Harborview NJB, spanning academic medical centers, regional health systems, and specialty care environments.

Kodramaz is now serving as Account Manager, focusing on healthcare, reflecting his continued leadership and impact within UMC's Special Projects Group. He recently led a specialized project supporting UW Medicine. Through this work, Kodramaz successfully delivered precision systems in an acute care environment, contributing to excellent patient outcomes while demonstrating a strong understanding of the unique demands of healthcare facilities.

UMC brings extensive healthcare experience across the Pacific Northwest, including work with Seattle Children's, Overlake Medical Center & Clinics, MultiCare Covington Medical Center, MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital, and Swedish Issaquah, as well as several surrounding medical campuses. In addition to major capital projects, UMC supports several healthcare systems in the region through long-term service and on-call contracts, providing ongoing maintenance, infrastructure upgrades, and rapid-response solutions in active care environments.

Founded in 1920 to serve the Pacific Northwest as a mechanical contractor, the firm has added a range of comprehensive, integrated services in facility performance and maintenance, energy and environment, building energy modeling, building automation and controls, manufacturing, and reality capture scanning.

Apr 03, 2026

Deacon Construction

Baldwin

Deacon Construction has recently hired Michael Baldwin to Deacon Construction as its new community partnership manager in its Seattle office.

Baldwin brings over a decade of experience in community outreach and will help strengthen partnerships across Washington — connecting with schools, workforce programs and community organizations, while supporting project teams and expanding engagement with WMBE partners.

City of Tacoma

The city of Tacoma has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association for its 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting.

This marks the 39th consecutive year the city of Tacoma has achieved this distinction, and represents the city's continued commitment to excellence, accountability and public transparency.

To earn this recognition, municipalities must produce financial reports that go beyond minimum reporting requirements. The city's financial reporting was recognized specifically for presenting complex financial data in an accessible manner, providing a clear, objective view of the city's financial standing, and going beyond standard minimum requirements to deliver a highly comprehensive report.