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Economic Development Council for Island County Announces Sarah Bishop as New Executive Director
Experienced Nonprofit and Business Development Leader to Spearhead Organization’s Work Across Whidbey and Camano Islands COUPEVILLE, WASH., SEPT. 3, 2026 – The Economic Development Council for Island County (EDC) has named Sarah Bishop as its new Executive Director. A South Whidbey Island resident and community leader, Bishop brings more than 20 years of experience in strategic…
Read MoreIntroducing Kristina Hines as Executive Director
Whidbey Island, WA – August 22, 2024 – The Economic Development Council (EDC) for Island County is excited to announce the appointment of Kristina Hines as its new Executive Director. Kristina brings over two decades of experience in business advisory, small business consulting, communications, marketing, and human resources, with a proven track record of supporting…
Read MoreSmall Business Disaster Relief Grants
The Economic Development Council for Island County (EDC) is assisting the Washington State Department of Commerce to conduct outreach and support applications for new Small Business Disaster Relief grants. Commerce has $9.7 million available in grants for small businesses with annual gross receipts of $5 million or less. Applicable businesses will have sustained a reduction…
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