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Region 5 is hosted by the Green River College serves King County.

About the Green River College

The mission of Green River College is to ensure student success through comprehensive programs and support services responsive to our diverse communities.

Address

1221 D St NE
Suite 210 C
Auburn, WA 98002

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Phone: (253) 520-6267

Email: king@washingtonptac.org

PTAC Advisors at Green River College

About Darrell Sundell, MBA, ACAS, CFCM, CPCM – Government Contracting Specialist

Direct Line: 253 – 520-6267  | king@washingtonptac.org

Darrell Sundell has over 35 years of business and contracting experience.  He has served as a planning and control manager for a medium sized wood products manufacturer.  As an entrepreneur he has started, grown and sold multiple successful small businesses.  Before joining Green River College in 2015, Darrell served the clients of the William Factory Small Business Incubator (WFSBI) as a business adviser, procurement counselor and project management specialist. He has provided business consulting, coaching, and advisory services to local businesses and to other consultants throughout the US.

Darrell has a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Washington State University; he is certified as an Associate Contracting Assistance Specialist (ACAS) by the national Association of Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (APTAC); he is a certified Verification Counselor, by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs; and he has earned the designations of Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) and Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) from the National Contract Management Association.

About Melinda Martirosian – PTAC Small Business Advisor

Direct Line: 253-520-6284 | Email:MMartirosian@greenriver.edu | LinkedIn

I am excited to join the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) and be able to counsel small businesses and host workshops.

Melinda has a BS degree in Business Administration from California State University Fresno.

Melinda Martirosian has over 12 years’ experience managing a Small Business Program for a large business contractor as a Small Business Liaison Officer (SBLO).  As an SBLO I had the responsibility of monitoring and ensuring that small businesses had maximum practical opportunity on our contracts awarded.  Classes given to small businesses and they learned a subject that would benefit them as a small business owner.  At small business events Melinda has spoken to large groups and participated on panels. While being an SBLO she was awarded the 2011 Champion of Inclusion Award from the Port of Seattle and received a Small Business Achievement Award for her Small Business Program from Los Angeles District USACE.

Melinda is on the Pacific Northwest DoD Regional Council as a Planning Committee Chairman. She helped in the development of the Desk Guide for Small Business Professionals.

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS FOR KING COUNTY PTAC

“Mr. Sundell was responsible for guiding my company Osiris Enterprises LLC to it success from $16,000 per year to $250,000 year.”

Evans Robinson, Osiris Enterprises LLC, Kent, WA

“Darrell Sundell always makes himself available to offer his best counseling in-person, over the telephone or through emails. His counseling has been instrumental in my growth trajectory in terms of writing effective SOQs and RFP submittals. He has also provided useful insights for my strategic and tactical business planning processes.”

Michael J. Williams, Projecto Managerial LLC, Seattle, WA

“[Green River] PTAC is very helpful to Watts Constructors, a large business prime construction contractor, located in the Puget Sound. PTAC introduces us to new small businesses eager to enter into the federal arena. We rely on the coaching assistance, and education that PTAC provides to these companies.”

Deborah Robinson, Watts Constructors, LLC, Gig Harbor, WA

“I was able to secure my contract with the gov’t., thru the help of PTAC. I got the assistance and informational help to secure a contract since 2012. I am still getting the renewal of the contract for the third year and I can say that PTAC is the best help there is and that is no doubt. I would like to encourage other small business to look at the experience I got thru PTAC.”

Alex Jamito, Fire Prevention Services Inc, Kent, WA

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Region 6 is hosted by the Thurston County Economic Development Council and serves Pierce County.

ABOUT THE THURSTON EDC

The Thurston Economic Development Council (EDC) is a private non-profit organization.  As the lead economic development organization in Thurston County our mission is to create a vital and sustainable economy throughout the county and region that supports the livelihood and values of our residents. We do this by:

·        Connecting local businesses with experts and resources that help them remain competitive

·        Creating and delivering strategic messages that attract new investment to our community

·        Working with our community partners to enhance our collective prosperity and encourage our economic future 

·        Participating regionally to ensure that Thurston County plays an appropriate role on the regional economic stage.

Pierce County services are primarily provided virtually. 

This location is funded, in part, through a partnership with Pierce County through the Navigator Program

General Contact: pierce@washingtonapex.org

Clallam and Jefferson counties

Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce

Tri City Regional Chamber of Commerce

Region 8 is hosted by the Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce and serves Benton, Columbia, Franklin, Grant, Klickitat, Walla Walla, and Yakima counties.

About the Tri-City Regional Chamber

The Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce is the leading business advocate for nearly 1,000 private, public, and non-profit member firms in the Tri-Cities region. The fifth largest chamber in Washington, the Tri-City Regional Chamber advocates for a strong business community and supports the interests of its members. The Regional Chamber is a catalyst for business growth, a convener of leaders and influencers, and a champion for a strong community.

Address

7130 W Grandridge Blvd, Suite C
Kennewick, WA. 99336

Email: tricity@washingtonptac.org

GREATER SPOKANE INC

Region 7 is hosted by Greater Spokane Inc and serves Spokane, Adams, Asotin, Douglas, Ferry, Garfield, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Stevens and Whitman counties.

ABOUT GREATER SPOKANE INC

Greater Spokane Incorporated (GSI) is the Spokane region’s business development organization, focused on leading transformative business and community initiatives to build a robust regional economy. Founded in 1881 as the Spokane Area Chamber of Commerce, GSI is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a vibrant Spokane region by advocating for the region, driving strategic economic growth, and championing a talented workforce. Learn more at GreaterSpokane.org

Address

801 West Riverside Avenue, Suite 100
Spokane, WA 99201

Contact: Spokane@washingtonptac.org

Green River College

Region 5 is hosted by the Green River College serves King County.

ABOUT THE GREEN RIVER COLLEGE

The mission of Green River College is to ensure student success through comprehensive programs and support services responsive to our diverse communities.

ADDRESS

1221 D St NE
Suite 210 C
Auburn, WA 98002

Email: king@washingtonptac.org

Economic Alliance Snohomish County

Region 4 is hosted by the Economic Alliance Snohomish County and serves Snohomish, Skagit, Island, San Juan and Whatcom counties.

ABOUT THE EASC

The Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) is a nonprofit serving as a combined economic development organization and a countywide chamber of commerce. We bring together private-public partners to create a unified voice for Snohomish County.

Address

808 134th St. SW, Suite 101
Everett, WA 98204

Email: snohomish@washingtonapex.org

Columbia River Economic Development Council

Region 3 is supported by the Columbia River Economic Development Council and serves the counties of Clark, Cowlitz and Skamania. 

Columbia River Economic Development Council 

Address

805 Broadway St, Suite 412
Vancouver WA 98660

Email: swwa@washingtonapex.org

Thurston County Economic Development Council

Region 2 is hosted by the Thurston County Economic Development Council and serves Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Grays Harbor, Pacific, Wahkiakim, Chelan and Kittatas counties.

This center is also the main center for Washington APEX Accelerator Statewide

ABOUT THE THURSTON EDC

The Thurston Economic Development Council (EDC) is a private non-profit organization.  As the lead economic development organization in Thurston County our mission is to create a vital and sustainable economy throughout the county and region that supports the livelihood and values of our residents. We do this by:

  • Connecting local businesses with experts and resources that help them remain competitive
  • Creating and delivering strategic messages that attract new investment to our community
  • Working with our community partners to enhance our collective prosperity and encourage our economic future
  • Participating regionally to ensure that Thurston County plays an appropriate role on the regional economic stage.

Address
4220 6th Ave
Lacey, WA 98503

General Contact: thurston@washingtonapex.org

Kitsap Economic Development Alliance

Region 1 is hosted by the Kitsap Economic Development Alliance and serves the counties of Kitsap and North Mason.  

ABOUT KEDA

The Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) is a 30+ year old public/private nonprofit 501 (c) (6) corporation founded in June 1983. Our goal is to attract and retain jobs and investments in this community that generate wealth, enhance the qualify of life and embrace future generations.

Address
2021 NW Myhre Rd, Suite 100
Silverdale WA 98383

Email: kitsap@washingtonptac.org