washington veterans and families award
Recognizing employers who have developed and applied hiring and retention best practices for addressing the employment challenges faced by veterans , transitioning service members and military spouses .
Nine9Line Veterans Services began its journey in 2012 as The Veterans Resource Fair . The goal was to reverse a rise in chronic homelessness , hunger , mental health issues and lack of access to services among veterans . Federal and local support continued to grow , and in 2016 , Nine9Line was officially born and relocated to Tacoma . Today they serve more than 5,000 veterans annually through four separate programs : a resource fair , peer support and transition , an outdoor activities track , and a mental health course for veterans living with post-traumatic stress disorder . washington resiliency award
Recognizing an employer that has shown resilience and determination overcoming difficult obstacles and demonstrates leadership in carrying out initiatives addressing safety , community resiliency , or financial threats related to an emerging , immediate or long-term community crisis , while considering the varying needs of all residents of the region .
When facing the biggest drop in ticket sales in the history of aviation , Alaska Airlines developed a three-part plan to get through the pandemic . This included implementing their Next-Level Care program to maintain the health and safety of their employees and guests , reducing costs and capacity to ensure long-term survival , and through it all , maintaining the high level of excellence that customers have come to expect . In the second quarter of 2020 , Alaska returned 43 jets back into service , and reinstated all Horizon Air and Skywest Airlines aircraft . leading environmental practices award
Recognizes a business that has put a priority on environmental improvement , education or outreach to its business sector and / or community .
Cedar Grove produces some of the most sought-after organic compost in the region . With processing facilities in Maple Valley and Everett , the company is responsible for recycling approximately 400,000 tons of organic material annually , keeping those materials out of the landfill where they would generate ozone-depleting methane gas . Cedar Grove products have earned industry-best certifications for quality , safety and performance . p 20