Columbia Industries Unveils New Brand Identity: Columbia Ability Alliance
Columbia Industries, a nonprofit organization serving individuals with unique abilities in the Tri-Cities for over six decades, is proud to announce its new brand identity: Columbia Ability Alliance. This strategic brand evolution reflects the organization’s unwavering commitment to fostering inclusivity and empowerment, while creating a community where everyone can thrive. “All elements of our rebrand […]
Columbia Ability Alliance Welcomes Kyle Mattox as Chief Operating Officer
Columbia Ability Alliance is proud to announce the hiring of Kyle Mattox as its Chief Operating Officer (COO). In his role as COO, Mattox will oversee operational results across all of Columbia Ability Alliance’s business lines and mission services. With a rich background in specialty retail leadership and a successful track record in both the […]
Cherilyn Montee Joins Columbia Industries as Director of Human Resources
Editor’s note: Columbia Industries has since rebranded to Columbia Ability Alliance. Columbia Industries proudly welcomes Cherilyn Montee as its new Director of Human Resources. Hailing from Texas with a Bachelor of Business Administration, Cherilyn brings 15 years of professional HR experience to the nonprofit organization, having made significant contributions to the growth of several industries […]
Columbia Industries Welcomes Laurie Rivera as Marketing & Communications Manager
Editor’s note: Columbia Industries has since rebranded to Columbia Ability Alliance. Columbia Industries is excited to announce the hiring of Laurie Rivera as the organization’s new Marketing & Communications Manager. Laurie brings a wealth of experience and a dynamic skill set to the team, making her a valuable asset as they continue to grow and […]
Columbia Industries at 60: A Legacy of Empowering Lives and Building Futures
Editor’s note: Columbia Industries has since rebranded to Columbia Ability Alliance. In the heart of the Tri-City community, Columbia Industries (CI) stands as a testament to the power of compassion, dedication, and belief in every individual’s potential. This year, we proudly celebrated our 60th Anniversary, reflecting on six decades of transformative impact in the lives […]
Letter from the CEO: A Season of Giving and Time for Thanks
Editor’s note: Columbia Industries has since rebranded to Columbia Ability Alliance. Friends, While we are entering a season of giving, it most definitely is a season of thankfulness here at Columbia Industries. We are so very thankful for our clients and families who entrust us with their care, mentorship, life skills development, career development […]
New Leadership, New Vision: Columbia Industries Welcomes Michael Novakovich as CEO
Editor’s note: Columbia Industries has since rebranded to Columbia Ability Alliance. In a significant development highlighted by the Tri-Cities Journal of Business in September 2022, Columbia Industries, the unique Kennewick-based nonprofit, has appointed Michael Novakovich as its new President and CEO. Novakovich, previously at the helm of Visit Tri-Cities, brings his upbeat leadership style and […]
Columbia Industries sponsoring Family Feast Night with Tri-City Dust Devils
Editor’s note: Columbia Industries has since rebranded to Columbia Ability Alliance. Columbia Industries, a mission-based organization committed to supporting and empowering individuals with disabilities and other challenges, is partnering with the Tri-City Dust Devils to sponsor Family Feast night on Friday, August 12. “Columbia Industries is excited to partner with the Tri-City Dust Devils to […]
Columbia Industries awarded $10k grant from Jacques Pépin Foundation
Editor’s note: Columbia Industries has since rebranded to Columbia Ability Alliance. Columbia Industries, a mission-based organization committed to supporting and empowering individuals with disabilities and other challenges, has been awarded a $10,000 grant to support its Opportunity Kitchen food service training program. The Jacques Pépin Foundation (JPF), founded in 2016 by esteemed chef and author […]
Columbia Industries names Michael Novakovich as new CEO
Editor’s note: Columbia Industries has since rebranded to Columbia Ability Alliance. Columbia Industries, a mission-based organization committed to supporting and empowering individuals with disabilities and other challenges, is pleased to announce Michael Novakovich as its new CEO and President. “Michael is a recognized community leader with a demonstrated passion for the Tri-Cities,” said Joel Ockey, […]