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About the Sponsor

Located in Bothell, Washington, HWA GeoSciences Inc. provides a full range of geotechnical and geoscience solutions to public agencies and engineering/architecture firms, for design and construction of bridges, buildings, parks, solid waste, utilities, transportation, waterfront, water, wastewater, and stormwater facilities. Since 1978, HWA's engineers, geologists, environmental scientists, construction inspectors, and laboratory technicians have been helping to create a better, safer, more sustainable built environment in the Pacific Northwest and abroad. In addition to our engineering and science services, we operate a state-of-the-art materials testing laboratory, accredited by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) R18,

Kris Purrier joined the HWA team in 2015 as an accomplished leader from the high-tech industries. She was skilled in digital transformation and operations, consulting, analytics, advertising, revenue growth, product and program development, and developing partnerships. Kris brought a wealth of knowledge and a clear sense of purpose to her role within HWA. She understood others, built relationships, and developed strategic goals that motivated the teams she led to meet and even exceed their own expectations. Beyond her professional achievements, Kris was a kind and compassionate person. She had an innate ability to uplift those around her. Her contagious positivity, vibrant presence and enthusiasm created an environment that fostered growth, inclusion, and collaboration. Kris was also a devoted mother, a role she cherished above any other. She volunteered time to school organizations such as PTA, as she believed in building community through education.