Posts Tagged ‘Blog’
Coug Businesses to Help You with Home Improvement Projects
Get Fall Ready & Think CougsFirst! Let a Coug professional handle your home, garden, and renovation tasks. The CougsFirst! Business Directory can provide you with recommendations for these needs and more! Architects & Construction Cleaning Services Furniture & Decor Interior Design & Renovation Landscaping & Yard Care Mortgage Painting Pool, Heating, & A/C Property Management…
Read MoreHow A Family-Owned Business Found Success Through Diversification
Podcast EP. 30 with Taylor Monson Jackson Growing up and eventually working for your family’s business is no small feat. Especially when this Washington farming heritage owns and runs multiple different brands in a variety of industries. But what roots everything together is family, farming, and giving back to the community. Yet those burning questions…
Read MorePlan Your Next Staycation with Cougs!
Think CougsFirst! for Vacations, Staycations, and Travel! Looking for ways to make the summer even better? Book a vacation, enjoy outdoor activities, and support Coug Businesses. The CougsFirst! Business Directory is here to help! Boating & Fishing Golf Hotels & Vacation Rentals Travel & Transportation Sports & Recreation *Crimson, Crimson Plus, or Custom Lead Sponsor…
Read MorePodcast EP. 29 – Jerry Martinez
Why Everything You Do is Relevant Experience for Your Career with Jerry Martinez Imagine getting into college by the skin of your teeth, throwing yourself into all the extracurricular activities available to you at university, switching majors three times until you find the right fit, going abroad (and traveling out of state) for the first…
Read MoreThe History of CougsFirst!
CougsFirst! has a captivating history rooted in the vision and camaraderie of our founders – Jack Thompson, Glenn Osterhout, Robbie Tobeck, Mike Bernard, Paul Dent, and Kyle Basler. They came together with a shared belief in the unique bond that unites Cougs and were inspired by their collective experiences as WSU alumni. Shortly after, this…
Read MoreNew CougsFirst! Members – June 2023
Help us welcome these Coug businesses! Support these new members & “Cougle It” on the CougsFirst! Business Directory. We encourage you to “Think CougsFirst!” for your products and services! Beer, Wine, & Cider Event Planning Services Insurance Non-Profit & Fundraising Restaurants & Bars Real Estate & Mortgage Sports & Recreation Travel & Lodging *Crimson or…
Read MoreCougsFirst! – A Network to Connect and Support Coug Businesses
You may have heard about CougsFirst! and our mission to promote the mindset of “Think CougsFirst!” But we often hear the questions: “What exactly is CougsFirst!?” or “How does CougsFirst! differ from the University and the Alumni Association?” In this blog post, we will explore the essence of CougsFirst! as a business network, our unique…
Read MoreA Year in Review Letter from Executive Director, Tony Poston
The Past 365 Days of CougsFirst! When I was hired as the Executive Director of CougsFirst! a little more than a year ago, we set out on some pretty lofty goals. Today, I’m excited to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve been on throughout the last year! GROWTH IN REACH & IMPACT Our flagship event,…
Read MoreMemorial Day Deals 2023
Shop these discounts for a limited time only! Save this Memorial Day with Coug-owned and -managed businesses. BECU Get up to $700 toward closing when you buy or refinance a home with BECU. Offer valid through 6/30/23. Pike Brewing Get 15% off your entire bill at the Pike Brewing Taproom in Ballard by mentioning CougsFirst!…
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