Month: February 2016

OWC's Tracy Williams publishes column in The Recorder

Posted on February 29, 2016 by - OWC News

OWC CEO and President Tracy Williams authored an article in this week’s issue of The Recorder, California’s leading legal trade publication. Her expert counsel on marketing strategies for attorneys includes five pillars of business development to establish credibility, stand out from the competition and improve the overall bottom line of the practice.
“Ever wonder why some business people have a confident, immediate response to questions about their business? It’s because they’ve honed their messages through writing,” said Williams. She also recommends building brand recognition, increasing referral sources and energizing the team through award and list opportunities, speaking engagements at industry conferences, networking in person beyond typical business events and engaging communities through nonprofit and pro bono work.
Read the full article:
Five Tips for Networking and Building Business (The Recorder)
Olmstead Williams Communications Tracy Williams

Meet the Entrepreneur Of The Year judges: Mark Stagen

Posted on February 17, 2016 by - Client News

Santa Monica Daily Press recently profiled Mark Stagen, founder of both Emerald Health Services and the Youth Business Alliance, for his role as judge for Ernst & Young’s 30th annual Entrepreneur Of The Year awards competition. With applications due March 11, the awards recognize up-and-coming business leaders in a variety of industries. Stagen, who was honored himself in 2007, and his fellow judges will narrow the field of entrants from talented entrepreneurs starting and running successful companies throughout Los Angeles.
“It was an incredible experience for me to go through as a candidate. I figured if there’s a way I can contribute and help future candidates and winners, I’m happy to help,” said Stagen.
Read the full article:
Local exec judging entrepreneur awards contest (Santa Monica Daily Press)
Mark Stagen
Mark Stagen

EY adds three executives to growing Seattle office

Posted on February 10, 2016 by - Client News

Andrew Hogenson and Richard Evans join Ernst & Young LLP’s Seattle office as principals in its Advisory practice, while Tony Kong signs on as executive director in the Transaction Advisory Services practice. EY Seattle continues to expand to meet demand for the firm’s services in the technology, digital strategy, and project and portfolio management space. In the past year, the firm has served over 90 percent of the largest 15 public companies in Washington and provides audit services to 40 percent of them, more than any other firm.
“Our new executives bring with them deep industry knowledge and experience that will be invaluable to our team, our clients and the Seattle community,” said Dan Smith, Seattle Office Managing Partner, Ernst & Young LLP.
Read the full announcement:
Seattle Office of Ernst & Young LLP Bolsters Growth

Andrew Hogenson

Andrew Hogenson


Richard Evans

Richard Evans


Tony Kong

Tony Kong