Seattle Business Forum raises $135K for student scholarships

The 2012 Seattle Business Forum, held April 30 in downtown Seattle, has raised $153,000 for student scholarships, $34,000 of which is from the event itself, an all-time high.

With 460 attendees, it was the busiest forum since 2008; at least 135 people made gifts via the envelopes provided at the forum.

Kimberly Harris, president and CEO of Puget Sound Energy, was the keynote speaker for the event, which took place at the Sheraton Hotel Metropolitan Ballroom. Harris has deep industry experience in energy resources and energy efficiency. Her focus on emerging technologies and innovations in energy helps ensure PSE is ready to meet customer needs.

In addition to her responsibilities with PSE, Harris serves on the Washington State Energy Strategy Advisory Committee. She is also a member of the board of directors of the American Red Cross of King and Kitsap counties. Harris is married with two children.

The WWU Foundation hosts the Western Seattle Business Forum each year, featuring a noted business leader as keynote speaker. This event brings together corporate and civic leaders, alumni, and parents and friends who are interested in the university and business trends, with all proceeds going towards WWU student scholarships. For more information, visit the Seattle Business Forum website or call (360) 650-3629.

Sponsors of the 2012 Western Seattle Business Forum include title sponsor Moss Adams; event sponsor Wells Fargo Bank; and Premier Scholarship Sponsors The Boeing Company, Cascadia Capital , Oles Morrison Rinker & Baker, Puget Sound Energy, Russell Investments, SuperGraphics, division of GM Nameplate, and Wilson Engineering.