Wednesday, October 21, 2009 • Whidbey News-Times
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2009
WOMEN IN BUSINESS Lyn Bankowski
Dawn Tennant
Rhonda Porter
Lyn is a real estate professional with over 20 years of experience. She takes pride in offering competitive rates, a variety of products, and a friendly, common sense approach to lending. The best part of her job is the opportunity to consult with borrowers to ďŹ nd just the right product for their needs and desires.
Dawn’s experience in human services gives her valuable insight into the needs and expectations of homebuyers. As a long-time Whidbey Island resident, Dawn knows the area and is excited about offering her fellow residents friendly and efďŹ cient service. She’s proven her expertise in beneďŹ ting clients by matching their needs with special programs offered by Alaska USA.
Rhonda has over 20 years in the real estate lending industry. She prides herself in understanding how the entire home buying process works for her borrowers and coordinates her clients loan from start to ďŹ nish. Working with Rhonda in the ever changing mortgage industry, gives her clients a sense of conďŹ dence and partnership.
Mortgage Loan Originator
Assistant Vice President/ Senior Loan Originator CertiďŹ ed Mortgage Planning Specialist
650 NE Midway Blvd, Ste. 101 Oak Harbor 360-679-9755
l.bankowski@alaskausamortgage.com www.lynbankowski.com
650 NE Midway Blvd, Ste. 101 Oak Harbor 360-679-9755
Tracy Wolfe RDH, BS Katherine Hargarten
“Creating Beautiful Smiles� 20 SW 8th Avenue Oak Harbor 360-240-0800 islandprosth@gmail.com www.drkallander.com
Koetje Agency Insurance 775 NE Midway Blvd t
360.929.0495 Mobile 360.679.2500 www.taxpros4u.com
While the Enrolled Agent license was created in 1884 and has a long and storied past, today’s EA’s are the only tax professionals tested by IRS on their knowledge of tax law and regulations.
“We do our Homework........ So you don’t have to!�
bonniew@koetjeinsurance.com
Owner
Since 1979, she has specialized in business, personal, estate and trust returns as well as retirement planning. Harriet uses a personalized client interview to focus on each client’s needs and concerns. She then leverages tax strategies to promote business and personal tax planning to help her clients achieve their goals.
EA’s adhere to a code of ethics and professional conduct and are required by IRS to take Continuing Education.
Koetje Agency Insurance
Bonnie is a long time resident of Whidbey Island and a licensed insurance agent for ten years. She writes all lines of insurance coverage and specializes in personal lines including home, auto, motorcycle, recreational vehicle and umbrella policies. Bonnie enjoys providing peace of mind to clients for the unpredictable events that happen. She represents many companies ensuring you receive the best rate and coverage. If you would like to review your coverage and premiums, give Bonnie a call.
Gloria Carothers
After 30 years of practice that ďŹ rst began from her home ofďŹ ce, Harriet made the decision to become more available to her husband’s growing business and recently sold her local tax practice to return to her roots. . . serving clients across the U.S. from her home ofďŹ ce.
Business Consulting & Tax Preparation
Insurance Agent
775 NE Midway Blvd t
blouin@koetjeinsurance.com
Harriet Berg, Enrolled Agent
Harriet Berg, EA
Sue has been a licensed insurance agent for 35 years serving Whidbey Island. She has been with Koetje Agency for 21 years. She is experienced in writing all lines of insurance including business, contractors, bonds, auto, home, motorcycle, life, health, boat and recreational vehicles. Sue welcomes and looks forward to handling the insurance needs of the Island County community where she has been a resident for 40 years. Please give Sue a call.
d.porter@alaskausamortgage.com www.rhondaporter.net
Bonnie Wallin, CISR
Insurance Agent
OfďŹ ce Manager
Dr. Kirk Kallander
650 NE Midway Blvd, Ste. 101 Oak Harbor 360-679-9755
Sue Blouin, CIC, ACSR
Hygienist
Katherine has been managing in the dental ďŹ eld since 1993. She says your smile is often a ďŹ rst impression-and when that smile is healthy and beautiful, it becomes an invaluable asset, both personally and professionally.While they specialize in adult dentistry, the hallmark of the practice is their honest approach, compassion and sincere concern for their patients. Tracys career in dentistry began over 20 years ago while she was still a student at Oak Harbor High School. “Being a dental hygienist allows me the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients while helping them achieve optimum health.â€? Tracy is dedicated to raising two teenage sons and balancing her career. This mother and daughter say they love what they do and working together with Dr. Kallander’s awesome team just doesn’t get any better.
d.tennant@alaskausamortgage.com www.dawntennant.com
Senior Mortgage Loan Originator
830 SE Pioneer Way Oak Harbor 360-679-3700
Gloria Carothers came to Oak Harbor 53 years ago and has owned her jewelry store for the past 18 years. The Jewelry Gallery specializes in distinctive diamond and gemstone jewelry. We are the area’s exclusive dealer of Hearts on Fire Ideal Cut branded diamonds, the world’s most perfectly cut diamonds. We also exclusively carry Northern Washington’s largest selection of Pandora Jewelry. In addition, we offer custom designs, expert repairs and appraisals, and carry ďŹ ne vintage and estate jewelry.
Also come see Gloria for details on purchasing your gold and diamonds.
1080 N.E. 7th Ave. 360-679-5055 1-800-829-5263
Let our friendly and experienced staff assist you with your escrow and title needs. www.ltco.com