washington business why they won : In 2021 , NineLine Veteran Services converted five homes into affordable shared housing for veterans , developed a national transition platform for veterans leaving the service , and opened a manufacturing division that offers training and employment opportunities . Their efforts proved support for more than 150 veterans to get off the street .
other finalists :
• Ravenox , Mount Vernon : Rope manufacturer Ravenox is a certified service-disabled , veteran-owned small business that has a preferential hiring program for veterans and donates a portion of the proceeds of each purchase to veteran support organizations .
• Amazon : With more than 1.1 million employees , including 85,000 in the state of Washington alone , Amazon remains one of the nation ’ s largest employers . The retail giant has invested more than $ 129 billion in Washington since 2010 , including infrastructure and employee compensation , and has added $ 112 billion to the state ’ s GDP
excellence in washington family-owned business
The Excellence in Washington Family-Owned Business Award is given to a family-owned business that is setting the standard for excellence and success by growing the business while serving its communities and paying close attention to the personal touch in customer service .
2022 winner : senske services , kennewick www . senske . com
about : Senske Services is a leading lawn , tree and pest control company with a mission to create and maintain environments that are great places to live , work and play . The family-owned business , which is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2022 , has 16 locations in four states and more than 500 employees .
why they won : Senske gives back to the communities it serves through a number of charitable activities . The company hosts an annual holiday light show at its headquarters in Kennewick that raises thousands of dollars for the local food bank . Through its Decorated Family Program , Senske installs holiday lights for veterans and deployed military personnel . The company also donates holiday lighting to the Ronald McDonald House . Recently , employees at the corporate headquarters raised $ 3,600 for Mikey ’ s Chance Canine Rescue . Senske matched the gift , donating a total of more than $ 7,000 to the nonprofit .
“ Senske makes a promise to every customer guaranteeing 100 % satisfaction that is only made possible because of their greatest asset : their employees .”
— Senske Services nomination materials other finalists :
• Chelsea Farms Oyster Bar / Chelsea Farms , Olympia : Secondgeneration family-owned shellfish farm Chelsea Farms and its popular restaurant , Chelsea Farms Oyster Bar , are committed to providing fresh , sustainably harvested oysters and clams to customers while supporting their staff and community .
• Sprague Pest Solutions , Tacoma : Sprague Pest Solutions is a fourthgeneration , family-owned business that has been protecting its local communities from pests and doing its part to provide a healthier environment in which to live and work for nearly a century .
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