All the market

is a stage

Cheryal Hertling, with Coldwell Banker Koetje Real Estate, is now serving the North Whidbey area as an Accredited Staging Professional.

Hertling is among the network of more than 15,000 real estate agents and professional home stagers worldwide, who are providing sellers with the knowledge and tools they need to sell their homes faster and for more money.

To earn her accreditation, Hertling received hands-on instruction and was required to demonstrate techniques by staging a home that listed on the market.

Here’s a tip

on a grant

Grant application forms for nonprofit groups are now available from Kapaw’s Iskreme in Coupeville. Each year the owners award grants to local groups equal to the amount of tips earned by the ice cream shop staff.

At the beginning of the summer season, staff members choose the recipients of the “tip match” donation grants. Last year grants totaling $2,200 went to Special Olympics of Whidbey Island, the Co-op Preschool, and Gifts from the Heart Food Bank.

Pick up grant applications at Kapaw’s Iskreme, 21 Front Street, Coupeville, or download from www.kapaws.com. Applications must be returned by May 15.

Iverson hits milestone

Allstate Insurance Company recognized agent Gail Iverson of Oak Harbor for his 35 years of service at Allstate.

“We are very fortunate to have Gail as a part of the Allstate family,” said Michelle Lee, field vice president of Allstate’s Northwest Region, which includes Alaska, Hawaii, Idaho, Oregon and Washington. “This is certainly a milestone for Gail, who has made great contributions to Allstate and has become an intricate part of the Oak Harbor community. We wish Gail continued success.”

Iverson’s agency sells auto, property, commercial and life insurance. It is located at 466 Midway Blvd., 675-5978.

Find a job,

find a worker

Find your next star employee or a new job at the WorkSource Whidbey Job Fair Thursday, May 22, from noon to 4 p.m. at The Elks Lodge, 155 NE Ernst Ave., Oak Harbor.

Over 35 employers are expected to participate. Janicki Industries is sponsoring the Job Fair, which includes employers such as Boeing, Schwan’s, New Leaf, Whatcom County Corrections and Aviation Technical Services. Employers will have the opportunity to meet applicants, hand out applications or interview onsite. Over 270 job seekers attended the last job fair. Participation is free.

WorkSource Whidbey has two such fairs each year in May and October. If you are an employer interested in meeting qualified potential employees, please call 675-5966.