The following is a Registry for the WAA - Seattle Chapter Alumni Organization. Feel free to promote yourself or a business by filling out the Registry Data Entry form.

On March 25, 2009 we held a Badger Networking event. Local Badgers who participated had their profiles published in the BadgerBook.pdf.

Check out our LinkedIn group for local Badgers, at LinkedIn WAA-Seattle.
Check out our Facebook group for local Badgers, at Facebook WAA-Seattle.

FRANZ.ORG - Albert Franz Ventures
Al has founded three companies in the areas of IT software development and consulting, residential real estate, and accounting and tax service for small and mid-size companies. We are always interested in hearing from fellow Badgers about partnership opportunities. To learn more about our companies and qualifications please visit franz.org. Albert Franz

BUYSELLSEMINAR.COM - Real Estate Seminar for Buyers and Sellers
Are you interesting in BUYING or SELLING a piece of Real Estate? Then this FREE seminar is for you. In 2 hours we will walk through the entire real estate process and explain how each party is involved in the process. Whether you are a first time or experienced Buyer or Seller, those who have attended in the past have felt it was well worth their time. Michelle Franz

JENNIFER CHRISTENSEN - Industrial Engineer
I have an Industrial Engineering education with experience in project, process, operations and people management, ergonomics and more. I’m analytical yet creative, communicative yet technical, people-oriented yet self-driven, a quick learner who is dedicated, and a leader who can also follow. I enjoy being challenged and having fun, strive to be healthy and active, love volunteering, running, yoga, nutrition, music, reading, traveling, cooking, photography, Badger Football, and a dose of sarcasm! I’m seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity with a company striving to inspire and improve peoples’ lives while working together as a team challenging each other and having fun. Jennifer Christensen

JENGOMARKETING - Industrial Engineer
I have an Industrial Engineering education with experience in project, process, operations and people management, ergonomics and more. I’m analytical yet creative, communicative yet technical, people-oriented yet self-driven, a quick learner who is dedicated, and a leader who can also follow. I enjoy being challenged and having fun, strive to be healthy and active, love volunteering, running, yoga, nutrition, music, reading, traveling, cooking, photography, Badger Football, and a dose of sarcasm! I’m seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity with a company striving to inspire and improve peoples’ lives while working together as a team challenging each other and having fun. Jennifer Christensen

PRUDENTIAL SECURITIES - Financial Advisor, Seattle Branch
I provide sound professional advice on all aspects of financial planning, specializing in retirement planning, and financial planning for college education. With my tools at Prudential, I create a custom long-term investment strategy to target the financial goals of my clients. Utilizing the appropriate investment vehicles ( equities, mutual funds, bonds, etc.), we create a comprehensive plan, implement it, and review the performance periodically. Understanding the client's risk tolerance, we seek appropriate growth of capital, with a desire to preserve capital at all costs. The significance of long-term investment horizons is emphasized. Mark Ondrake

BRUCE DONALD CAMPBELL - Research Scientist: Writer, Coder, Modeler
My business is called Bruce Donald Campbell. I do 3D modeling for virtual environments and code interactive behaviors in Java and Java 3D. I write on any technology focusing on why and how to. I especially like working with Web enabled technologies (i.e. HTML, VRML, Java). I teach technology in corporate, academic, or community settings by making house calls. Bruce Campbell

TODD & KELLY LINSKEY - Pilot/Software Analyst
Kelly and I both graduated from the UW in '94 with Mech Engr degrees. I am a P-3 pilot attached to Patrol Squadron ONE at NAS Whidbey Island. Kelly, on the other hand, would like to put her degree to work. She spent a year working in the aerospace industry, but more recently has worked as a programming consultant. Her experience has focussed primarily on COBOL and other mainframe applications. If anyone knows of any telecommuting opportunities, Kelly would be highly interested. Todd & Kelly Linskey

OLYMPIAN - Reporter
I write for The Olympian. Larry Miller

AGNES WONG M.D. - Pediatrician
I grew up in Madison Wisconsin and graduated in 1983 with a B.S. in microbiology and my M.D. in 1987. I moved to Lynnwood in 1991 and started practicing Pediatrics at the Children's Clinic in Edmonds. It is so much fun working with children and their families and I love this area! My practice is growing and I would really enjoy meeting more fellow Badgers and baby badgers! If you have any questions, you can E-mail or call me at (425) 778-0191. Agnes Wong M.D.

LE SOUK TRADING COMPANY - Imported Kitchenware
We are importing hand-made, hand-painted ceramic kitchenware from North Africa and wholesaling to Northwest retailers. It's high quality, colorful and quite a bit different from most other ceramics now available. Sur La Table has become a good customer and one of our pieces might soon be featured on a high- profile trade magazine. If any fellow Badgers are in the retail industry for kitchenware, tiles, mosaics, etc., please drop me a note. Doug Littrel

WIZARDS OF THE COAST - Senior Promotions Manager
I work for a game company in Renton called Wizards of the Coast, Inc. We make the world famous trading card game Magic: The Gathering. We publish Dungeons and Dragons and many other role playing games, trading card games, and board games. The latest addition to our roster is the Pokémon Trading Card Game, manufactured under license for Nintendo. We own and operate six game stores around the Puget Sound area, including the Wizards of the Coast Game Center in the University District. We plan to expand our games stores outside of the Seattle area in 1999. I manage the promotions group where we handle everything from in- store merchandising to consumer contests to web promotions. If you have any questions about gaming, just ask! Elizabeth Schuh

ROBIN TAN, Ph.D., CFP. - Financial Advisor, KMS Financial Services, Inc.
Greetings fellow Badgers. I graduated from UW Madison in 1992, and have lived in Kirkland since 1995. I specialize in investment management and retirement planning. I view my role as a financial coach, and a partner in helping my clients achieve their personal & financial goals. I am a Certified Financial Planner practitioner. It is especially important to many of my clients that I am an independent & fee-based financial advisor. Please visit my web site at www.robintan.com to learn more. Or call me at 425-739-9389 (toll free 1-800-619-8376). Robin Tan

FEELGOOD PRODUCTS - Purchasing Director
Graduated from UW-Madison in 1973 with a BS degree in Food Microbiology. I have worked in the food manufacturing and distribution business for over 25 years. Just last year, my latent entrepreneurial spirit got the best of me and I started a sole proprietor, home based business called, Feelgood Products. I make natural fill relaxation products such as, buckwheat hull pillows, both unscented and scented with relaxation and sleep-inducing herbal blends. I also sell flaxseed filled bodywraps and eye pillows also without or with therapeutic herbal blends that relieve bodyaches, and in the case of eyepillows, headaches, stress and sinus congestion. The flaxseed has about 10% moisture, so when microwaved or frozen, the various products deliver about 30-45 minutes of thermal therapy, aromatherapy, and acupressure (the bodywraps weigh 3 lbs. and the eye pillow weigh 1 lb. All my products have removable, washable, velcro closure covers. Rain City Badger, Claudia Pogreba has one of my sinus eye pillows and loves it! If you are interested in looking at my descriptive product list, give me a call during the day at (206) 505-7243 or (253) 630-8521 in the evenings. Debra L. Senn

COMPUTER INDUSTRY - Recent Graduate
I graduated from Madison in May '97 and just moved to Seattle in early March. I left the entertainment industry in Hollywood (tired of living around people who were full of "it" all the time) and now I am trying to get into the technology industry. Looking for an internship within the computer world - any help, suggestions or offers would be greatly appreciated. Adam Wald

KATHLEEN WETHERBEE, PH.D. - Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Alderwood Psychological Services, Inc. (President and CEO) Our address is: 19221 36th Avenue W., Suite 207, Lynnwood, WA (425) 744-0890. Hello fellow badgers! I, too, have relocated out here in Seattle and would love to meet more Badgers! I live in Bothell, work in Lynnwood, and would love to get together with any of my fellow alums!! Just give me a call or email me!! I graduated from U.W.-Madison with my doctorate in Psychology. I provide strictly confidential psychological services (counseling, psychotherapy, and psychological testing/evaluations) with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I find my work exciting and really enjoy working with people. My specialties include: Personal Growth and Wellness, Relationships/Couples, Depression and Anxiety, and Coping with medical illness (for patients and their loved ones adjusting to the many changes this brings). I also have a unique background conducting research in a number of areas, particularly on outcome assessment and program evaluation and have published a number of articles and books. My practice continues to grow and I offer flexible rates. If you have any questions, please feel free to call or email me. Kathleen Wetherbee, Ph.D.

GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS - Analyst
Majored in Cartography & GIS @ Uw (Wisconsin) and am working in GIS -- Geographic Information Systems. This includes mapping, statistics, analysis & Database Management etc. Not he easiest profession to explain in the world. I generally say I'm a cartographer as it's much easier that way. I've been in Seattle for 4 1/2 years. Kristine George

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER - Need a job in Seattle
My wife and I recently left Wisconsin to see what the West coast is like. We live in Bothell, Washington now but, are moving to Vancouver, Washington in a month or so to pursue her job down there. Both of us attended Marquette University (her a nurse and me an electrical engineer) but, don't hold that against us--we're big Badgers fans!!. If any of you know of a position for a guy with an electrical engineering degree and (6) years Air Force military experience in the Vancouver, Washington or Portland, Oregon area, let me know. Pat Bornhoeft

ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY - Need a job in Seattle/Portland
Hello to all you WAA - Seattle Chapter! I would welcome the opportunity to join your ranks. Any leads on employment opportunities in the corridor from Bellingham to Portland, OR, would be appreciated. I am a 1970 UW - Madison graduate (B.S.) and also have an M.S. from the U. of Minnesota. My 27 years experience in the environment, health and safety fields have been acquired through work with a state environmental agency, as well as the pulp and paper and electric utility industries. I am also a Certified Safety Professional (CSP). Thanks! Todd Brouette

QUINTET MORTGAGE - Mortgages with speed, quality and professionalism
Hello my name is Tim Schmitz and I am originally from the Appleton/Neenah/Menasha area. I moved to Milwaukee and worked in Germantown for the last two and a half years before recently moving to Bellevue. I am experienced in Home Equity Lines of Credit, 1st and 2nd Mortgage Refinances and many Purchase loans. I have excellent programs for people with A+ credit all the way to people with poor or damaged credit. We also have no income verification and self employed loans as well. I also have alot of NO DOWN PAYMENT purchase options available for almost anyone wanting to get into a home rather than rent. Please call me anytime at: Quintet Mortgage (425) 455-9909 or (425) 260-8330 for a free pre-qualification. Tim Schmitz

TECHNICAL WRITER - Looking for job/salary info
I lived in Seattle (Queen Anne, specifically) last year to get my Master's degree in technical communication at the U of Washington. After graduation, I moved back to Madison, but now I'm thinking of moving back to Seattle. (Can't seem to make up my mind!) Would any of you be able to tell me the salary range of technical writers in Seattle for those with Master's degrees and ~2 years of experience? My main points of interest are tech writing (including science writing and documentation) and usability testing, as well as quality assurance testing. If you have any info on salary ranges in Seattle, please drop me an email! Thanks! Emily. Emily Bauer

LABORATORY TECH - Research Tech
I now work for Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in one of their research labs as a research tech. I used to work for the National Marine Fisheries Service as a field biologist in the Bering Sea and Gulf of Alaska but recently decided that spending 7+ months of the year at sea was getting old. The best way to contact me is via email. Christopher Obert

ERIK STEFFENBURG - New Graduate
I am a recent graduate, August 2001, and am moving out to Seattle very soon, probably on the 12th of November, hope to be there by the 20th. I am looking for any advice people can give me on jobs, hopefully in the IT field, for a person without the necessary skills to get in to the IT field. Or, if there is anyone that wants to go out for some beer and cheese, that would be great to. Erik Steffenburg

NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR
I'm a naturopathic physician specializing in health prevention and maintenance utilizing a variety of modalities including nutrition, herbs, counseling and homeopathy. I am currently practicing at the Skagit River Chiropractic Clinic in Burlington and will also see patients by appointment at my home in Mountlake Terrace. Mary-Claire Miller

TECHNICAL WRITER - Seeking new work
I'm an '86 Engineering graduate, seeking a position in TECHNICAL WRITING or TECHNICAL TRAINING. I was most recently at Boeing doing Systems & Integration Engineering, Program Planning/Project Management, Technical Writing, and Technical Support, but I am eager to get back into a creative technical communications position. I have demonstrable experience in both Writing and Training; I have really enjoyed both, and at this point I'm quite happy to pursue either path. I would greatly appreciate contact from anyone who has or who knows about open positions in the Seattle/Bellevue/Everett area. My phone number is (206) 440-3146. Tim Pann

KELSO HIGH SCHOOL - Teacher
I teach Japanese language and English as a Second Language at Kelso High School in Southwest Washington. Jayne E. Kolberg

CLINIQUE COSMETICS - Regional Marketing Director
I an the Regional Marketing Director for the Pacific Northwest. Angela Hamilton

501 CONSULTANTS, INC. - President
Specialists in non-profit organizations: Management, administration, facilitation, board training, grants. Vicky Scharlau

CINGULAR WIRELESS - General Manager/VP
I am responsible for the start-up and operations of Cingular Wireless in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Utah. John Dwyer

GRAPHIC DESIGN - Print and Web
Graphic designer. Provides solutions that exceed expectations for print and web needs including: branding and identity systems (bus. cards/letterhead), marketing collateral design and production, print advertising and production management, and website design and maintenance. Allison G.

DAVID AND GOLIATH - Landscaping Service
We are a full service landscape design and build firm.Our focus is on sustainable landscape development-avoiding invasive plants, improving soils and plant health with the use of compost, and other organic materials.By using proper plant placement, creating micro-climates with trees, large stones or structures we are able to create the peaceful garden rooms that our clients desire.Being a good steward of the environment needn't be boring-with the careful chice of color, form and texture a garden from Davey and Goliath Landscape Solutions is a dynamic year-round show.We also install many singular elements such as one of our water saving irrigation systems, a fence , a deck, an arbor, drainage system, lighting,renovate or replace a lawn, repair an irrigation system etc. David Stoller

SEATTLE PET PALS - Pet Care Business
Cheers fellow Badgers! Seattle Pet Pals is an in-home pet care business. We travel to your home to provide dog walking, pet sitting, & housesitting services. Whether you're working long hours, planning an upcoming business trip or vacation, or just need to get your dog out more, we can help! We're licensed, bonded, & insured, and can provide great references from happy clients! Give us a call at 206-914-PETS, or visit our web site for more information. Our Pet Pals mascot is our dog Lambeau, and for once I don't have to explain where his name comes from! Ruth LaRocque

TARA GIMMER - Photographer
I have a photography studio in Seattle just south of Safeco Field. I specialize in making people look great and feel at ease in front of the camera for advertising, fashion and business. Please visit my web site and see what I do! I graduated from Madison in '85 and moved around the country before visiting Seattle and falling in love (with Seattle that is). Tara Gimmer

ALLISA GRAM - Beauty Consultant
I am a Badger physical therapist with a Mary Kay home business on the side. Please check out my website. All Badger Alums get 10% any online purchases! Just mention you are badger in the memo! Go Badgers!! You can contact me for a free facial and make-over at (425)888-9199. Allisa Gram

PHD CHEMIST - Looking for work.
Hello Badgers! I just finished my chemistry PhD in Madison, and have relocated to Lake Forest Park. I'm looking for a chemistry position in the Seattle area! Thanks! Doug Sillars

CAREER COUNSELING - Career Management for Executives.
I provide career management coaching for senior managers and executives. For more than 15 years I have helped my clients find a new job smarter and faster than they would on their own. I am listed as one of the Coaching resources for Netshare, and was one of the first Career Management Fellows certified by the career management certification organization. I can help people escape from bad jobs, find more rewarding ones, and be the winner in a very competitive environment. My undergraduate degree is from UW, and my master's is from the University of Virginia. I am one of the founding members of the International Association for Corporate Growth Seattle chapter. Kathleen Larkin Jennings

SPORTSMAN - Looking for Hunting and Fishing Partners
Looking for birdhunting and/or river fishing partners. All my buddies are going on lock down with family/kids etc. I know quite a few nice steelheading spots and my english setter is birdy as hell!!! Web Hutchins - Class of 86', History Dept., (206) 781-2466. webhutchins@earthlink.net

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER - Ph.D. Recent Graduate
Greeting fellow Badgers. I graduated in Dec. 2004 with a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering. My specialty areas are electromagnetics, rf circuits, plasma physics, automatic controls, electronic circuits, power engineering, microwave engineering, antennas, nonlinear dynamics, bifurcations, and chaos phenomena, and applied mathematics. I am hoping to get a faculty position in an Electrical or Computer Engineering or Applied Science Department in the Seattle area or anywhere in the great Washington state. I have a significant teaching experience at the university level. I am very committed to excellence in teaching and academic research leading to scientific journal publications. Any suggestions, help, or offers would be greatly appreciated. Henry Soekmadji

MANNERED MUTTS - Dog Training
Dog training at Mannered Mutts in Monroe, WA helps your dog become a balanced member of your family by living & training with ours. We offer private lessons, Board & Train, Board & Tune and small group classes. Kerry & Kevin Cassady

MECHANICAL ENGINEER/ENERGY ANALYSIS AND POLICY - Recent Graduate
I am new to Seattle and am looking for opportunities to learn more about the energy industry here, particularly in renewables and/or conservation programs. If you have contacts in this field, please forward them along. Thank you!! Holly Burnett

SEATTLE BRANCH MANAGER - Diving Superintendent
Associated Underwater Services is a commercial diving and marine services company specializing in marine contruction, repair and inspection. Our projects incluse work on the new Tacoma Narrows bridge, Dams, Piers, outfalls and intakes. David Cleary

KARL A. WEISS, J.D., LL.M. - Attorney
I practice general business and corporation law, including mergers and acquisitions, with an emphasis on federal and state taxes. I enjoy working with emerging companies and privately-held companies in choosing the appropriate form of the entity (from both a legal and tax standpoint), implementing the appropriate business model to minimize taxes and promote growth, as well as resolving the legal and tax issues that arise in the course of business. I can also assist with tax efficent succession and estate planning strategies. Karl A. Weiss

EMPIRE SHELVING & ZINGHQ - Printing and Organization
Turn your name into a brand name with ZingHQ. We offer creative solutions for print and copy, direct mail, signs and banners, branded clothing, and thousands of giveaway items with your name on them. For your marketing needs, rely on our experience gained since starting the business in 1991 and our wide range of services. Named Kirkland Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year in 1991! Too disorganized to even think about marketing? Then make better use of your garage, office, or personal storage space using tall sturdy steel shelving. Heights ranging from 6 to 9 feet, lengths of 4 to 8 feet, and widths of 18, 24, and 30 inches let you make maximum use of your space. Custom sizes also available. This shelving lasts for many years and helps make organizing easy. Double-rivet style attachments make for easy assembly. As featured in Eliminate Chaos . . . The Ten-Step Process to Organize Your Home and Life, by Laura Leist, nationally-known professional organizing consultant and columnist in the Seattle Post-Intelligencer. Jeff Hoerth

FAST TRANSACT INC. - National Sales Manager
Entered UW in 1971 left at the behest of the Dean (18 year olds could legally drink then and I always observed the law). Re-entered in 1974 on the 27 year program (raised two kids and worked full time while attending). Dyed in the Wool fan. From the Rufus Shuffle to the DeHate Hattrick era to the Ronnnnn Dayneee announcements at Camp Randall. Re-located to Olympia after accepting a postions with one of Olympia;s ten fastest growing companies. Dave Holman

FINDWELL - Residential Real Estate
Findwell is a real estate brokerage that offers a smart approach to buying and selling your home. We are a full-service brokerage offering great customer service, technology-based marketing and data-driven market analysis. Founded by a Badger alum, we have "done the math" and are able to offer real estate services at half the "traditional" rate. Buyers receive a rebate that is 1/2 of our commission, and sellers pay 1/2 of the typical listing commission. Our average customer saves over $7500 on each transaction! Kevin Kisota

AMAZON.COM - Senior Operations Engineer
I graduated from University of Wisconsin Madison in 2004 - Industrial Engineering. I am currently working in Amazon.com (Seattle). Jith Krishnamurthy

RYTEway.COM - Six Sigma Master Black Belt
I only attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison for one year as a grad student in Communication Arts. I finished my degree at the University of California, Santa Barbara, but in a different field, Electrical and Computer Engineering. I was very active with the sailing club in my short stay at Madison and was a member of the SAE fraternity. Herrick "Rick" Andrews