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<!--Generated by Squarespace V5 Site Server v5.13.166 (http://www.squarespace.com) on Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:45:56 GMT--><rss xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Journal</title><link>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/</link><description>News, information and conversation from EHS Design</description><lastBuildDate>Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:50:23 +0000</lastBuildDate><copyright></copyright><language>en-US</language><generator>Squarespace V5 Site Server v5.13.166 (http://www.squarespace.com)</generator><item><title>"Facility Solutions" series by Paul Seibert</title><category>Financial</category><category>Paul Seibert</category><category>Publications</category><category>bank branch design</category><category>bank branding</category><category>branch locations</category><dc:creator>Jean Geiger</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:50:00 +0000</pubDate><link>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/2013/6/12/facility-solutions-series-by-paul-seibert.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">967063:11169309:12713465</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.cues.org/" target="_blank"><img style="width: 150px;" src="http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/storage/cues%20logo.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1315005262894" alt="" /></a></span></span></p>
<p>Paul Seibert, EHS VP of Financial Design, offers tips on branch design and location analysis.&nbsp; The CUES "Facility Solutions" multi-part series continues:</p>
<p>05/21/2013 &ndash; <a href="http://www.cumanagement.org/article/view/id/Facility-solutions-headquarters-real-estate-strategies" target="_blank">Headquarters Real Estate Strategies</a><br />04/16/2013 &ndash; <a href="http://www.cumanagement.org/article/view/id/Facility-solutions-headquarters-occupancy-analysis" target="_blank">Gauge the Right HQ Size</a><br /> 03/19/2013 &ndash; <a href="http://www.cumanagement.org/article/view/id/Facility-solutions-branch-cash-delivery-options" target="_blank">Branch Cash-Handling Options</a><br /> 02/19/2013 &ndash; <a href="http://www.cumanagement.org/article/view/id/Facility-solutions-small-business-incubator" target="_blank">Small Business Incubator</a><br />01/15/2013 &ndash; <a href="http://www.cumanagement.org/article/view/id/Facility-solutions-mining%20gold" target="_blank">Mining Gold</a></p>
<p><strong>View previous articles in the <a href="http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/2011/11/16/facility-solutions-by-paul-seibert-archives.html">Archives</a></strong></p>
<p><strong><br /></strong></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-12713465.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Branch Transformation - Free Webinar</title><category>Events</category><category>Financial</category><category>Webinar</category><category>bank architecture</category><category>bank branch design</category><category>bank design</category><category>bank interior design</category><category>bank trends</category><category>branch branding</category><category>branch branding trends</category><category>branch technology</category><category>credit union architecture</category><category>credit union branch design</category><category>credit union interior design</category><category>ehs design</category><dc:creator>EHS Design</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 07 Jun 2013 20:52:27 +0000</pubDate><link>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/2013/6/7/branch-transformation-free-webinar.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">967063:11169309:33864187</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><strong><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><a href="http://ehs-design.squarespace.com/branch-transformation-webinar/"><img src="http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/storage/Butterfly rt_150.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1370638568469" alt="" width="125" height="117" /></a></span><span style="font-size: 130%;">Transformational Branch Design</span><br />New Models for Today&rsquo;s Imperatives</strong></p>
<p><strong>June 26, 10:00 am PST<br /></strong></p>
<p><strong></strong><span style="color: black;">Billions will be spent across the financial industry to maximize branch performance. This is driven by new technologies, mandates to reduce operating costs and staffing, new products and services, rising customer expectations, competitive pressure, and the need to create powerful and productive new customer and staff experiences. But which branch transformation initiatives will be successful and why?</span></p>
<p>Join us for <span style="color: black;">this <strong>FREE </strong>15-minute presentation in which we will review three case studies where financial institutions followed the right path and are reaping the benefits.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: black;"><a href="http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/branch-transformation-webinar/">Register here!</a><br /></span></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-33864187.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>"Branching Out" by Paul Seibert</title><category>Branch design</category><category>Credit Union Design</category><category>Financial</category><category>In the News</category><category>Paul Seibert</category><category>Publications</category><category>bank branch design</category><category>bank design</category><category>branch banking</category><category>branch design</category><category>credit union branch design</category><category>ehs design</category><category>independent banker</category><category>mark weber</category><category>vancity credit union</category><dc:creator>EHS Design</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2013 18:32:19 +0000</pubDate><link>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/2013/5/17/branching-out-by-paul-seibert.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">967063:11169309:33726405</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.ehs-design.com/download/publications/130501_ICBA%20Branching%20Out.pdf" target="_blank"><img src="http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/storage/130501_ICBA Branching Out Vancity Cover-web.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1368818168498" alt="" /></a></span></span>From branch lobbies to drive-up ATMs, physical retail facilities should be major platforms for branding, marketing, and cross-sales.</p>
<p><a href="http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/paul-seibert/" target="_blank">Paul Seibert</a> (EHS, VP Financial Design) and Mark Weber (<a href="http://www.webermarketing.com/" target="_blank">WMG</a>, President) tell how <a href="http://www.vancity.com" target="_blank">Vancity Credit Union</a> is a great example of this. <a href="http://www.ehs-design.com/download/publications/130501_ICBA%20Branching%20Out.pdf" target="_blank">Read the full article</a> in ICBA Independent Banker magazine.</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-33726405.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>3D Brand Work Seminar for Financial Institution Leaders</title><category>Conference</category><category>Events</category><category>Financial</category><category>bank branding</category><category>brand work</category><category>credit union branch design</category><dc:creator>EHS Design</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2013 22:18:52 +0000</pubDate><link>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/2013/4/3/3d-brand-work-seminar-for-financial-institution-leaders.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">967063:11169309:32608050</guid><description><![CDATA[<h2><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://ehs-design.squarespace.com/2013-seminar/"><img src="http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/storage/3D BrandWork Logo.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1358813149210" alt="" /></a></span></span>May 2, 2013</h2>
<h3><a href="http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/2013-seminar/">Seminar for Financial Institution Leaders<br />in Seattle, Washington</a></h3>
<p>Branches are being reengineered within the omni-channel delivery environment to drive advancements in branch design, branding, messaging, operations, and the customer and staff experience. This event will advance your understanding of how branches are changing the face, competitive position, and ROI of savvy FIs across the nation.</p>
<p>This educational session will be presented in an edgy, creative studio space in downtown Seattle within walking distance of Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square, and the financial and retail districts. Space is limited to ensure a high level of engagement and participation.</p>
<p>If you want to become a catalyst for change in your organization, or you are interested in learning how to develop high performance branch business models and drive a powerful brand experience, <strong><a href="http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/2013-seminar/">reserve a spot today!</a>&nbsp; </strong></p>
<p><strong>Registration deadline: April 5!<a href="http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/2013-seminar/"><br /></a></strong></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-32608050.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>EHS Design to Host Digital Marketing Roundtable</title><category>EHS</category><category>Events</category><category>Geekly Group</category><category>digital marketing</category><category>digital media</category><category>ehs design</category><category>marketing roundtable</category><category>social media marketing</category><category>social media roundtable</category><dc:creator>EHS Design</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 18:24:38 +0000</pubDate><link>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/2013/2/7/ehs-design-to-host-digital-marketing-roundtable.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">967063:11169309:32763785</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://geeklygroup.com/news/geekly-group-llc-announces-sponsors-seattle-and-tacoma-february-digital-marketing-roundtable" target="_blank"><img style="width: 200px;" src="http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/storage/social-media-managed-services.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1360263173690" alt="" /></a></span></span></p>
<p><strong>&ldquo;Avoiding the Sins of Social Media Marketing&rdquo;</strong></p>
<p>A digital marketing roundtable will be presented by <a href="http://geeklygroup.com/" target="_blank">Geekly Group, LLC</a>, a full service provider of digital media managed service solutions.&nbsp; <a href="http://www.ehs-design.com/home.html" target="_blank">EHS Design</a> will host the event at its offices in  the historic Exchange Building at 821 2nd Avenue in downtown Seattle, WA.&nbsp;</p>
<p>In the February 13th roundtable, guests will be  encouraged to share their challenges and successes in this  ever-changing medium. Seating is limited to a maximum of twelve  attendees in order to foster an open discussion.</p>
<p>Business owners and executive-level marketers  interested in an invitation to a future roundtable should contact <a class="offsite-link-inline" href="http://geeklygroup.com/contact-us" target="_blank">Geekly Group</a>.</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-32763785.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Transforming the Strip</title><category>Branch design</category><category>EHS</category><category>Financial</category><category>Retail design</category><category>bank branch design</category><category>bank design</category><category>bank trends</category><category>curtis bales</category><category>ehs design</category><category>g&amp;f financial</category><dc:creator>EHS Design</dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 19 Jan 2013 00:27:12 +0000</pubDate><link>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/2013/1/18/transforming-the-strip.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">967063:11169309:32581850</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.ehs-design.com/download/other/120920%20Micro%20Branches%20by%20Curtis%20Bales.pdf" target="_blank"><img src="http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/storage/GFFG%20Ext.JPG?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1358556181039" alt="" /></a></span></span>When <a href="http://www.gffg.com" target="_blank">G&amp;F Financial Group</a> collaborated with EHS and <a href="http://www.webermarketing.com" target="_blank">Weber Marketing Group</a>, their Vancouver, BC branch in a strip mall was transformed into an eye-catching, modern branch experience. Find out how the end result impacts both the neighborhood and the bottom line.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.ehs-design.com/download/other/130118 Transforming the Strip by Curtis Bales.pdf" target="_blank">Read the full article</a> by EHS Director Curtis Bales.</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-32581850.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Branch Banking Book</title><category>Branch design</category><category>Credit Union Design</category><category>EHS</category><category>Financial</category><category>Paul Seibert</category><category>Publications</category><category>bank design</category><category>branch banking</category><category>cavell</category><category>ehs design</category><category>north shore credit union</category><dc:creator>EHS Design</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jan 2013 22:45:22 +0000</pubDate><link>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/2013/1/8/branch-banking-book.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">967063:11169309:32502153</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.ehs-design.com/download/publications/130108_BranchBankingII_Ch11.pdf" target="_blank"><img src="http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/storage/2012.12.01 Branch Banking II Cover.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1357685635162" alt="" /></a></span></span>Paul Seibert, CMC contributed to David J. Cavell's new book <em>Branch Banking II</em>. The book is chock full of case studies, including one about how <a href="https://www.nscu.com/" target="_blank">North Shore Credit Union</a> transformed their customer and staff experience to create branches that their members want to come to.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.ehs-design.com/download/publications/130108_BranchBankingII_Ch11.pdf" target="_blank">Preview the book and read the chapter now.</a><br />(used by permission)</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-32502153.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>SafeCampus Catching On</title><category>EHS</category><category>In the News</category><category>Mass Notification</category><category>Publications</category><category>ehs design</category><category>emergency mass notification</category><category>mass notification</category><category>safe</category><dc:creator>EHS Design</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:36:07 +0000</pubDate><link>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/2012/12/11/safecampus-catching-on.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">967063:11169309:31973577</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.ehs-design.com/download/publications/121101_College%20Planning%20and%20Mgmt_Safe%20Campus.pdf"><img src="http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/storage/121201 College Planning Mgmt Cover.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1355272832849" alt="" /></a></span></span></p>
<p>When the University of Washington knew that a mass notification system for its campus would be a big job, but with the team of EHS Design, Rolf Jensen &amp; Associates, and Sparling, the undertaking was in good hands.</p>
<p>EHS Program Manager Curtis Bales, AIA explains how this complex project successfully coordinated the emergency mass notification system in over 140 buldings campuswide.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.ehs-design.com/download/publications/121101_College%20Planning%20and%20Mgmt_Safe%20Campus.pdf" target="_blank">Read the full article</a> by Scott Berman in <em>College Planning &amp; Management</em> magazine.</p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-31973577.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>EHS Offices featured in DJC</title><category>EHS</category><category>In the News</category><category>Press release</category><category>Publications</category><category>architecture</category><category>ehs design</category><category>interior design</category><dc:creator>EHS Design</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2012 16:54:25 +0000</pubDate><link>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/2012/12/5/ehs-offices-featured-in-djc.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">967063:11169309:31693306</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="http://www.ehs-design.com/home.html#/ehs-corporate-offices"><img style="width: 300px;" src="http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/picture/ehs%20recep%202.jpg?pictureId=13494459&amp;asGalleryImage=true&amp;__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1354727210757" alt="" /></a></span></span><strong>Historic building inspires new look for EHS offices</strong></p>
<p>EHS Design renovated 13,000 square feet in the historic Exchange Building in downtown Seattle for its new headquarters.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.ehs-design.com/download/news/121205_DJC_Historic Bldg inspires new look for EHS.pdf" target="_blank">Read the Seattle Daily of Commerce feature article.</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.ehs-design.com/home.html#/ehs-corporate-offices">View more photos.</a></p>]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/rss-comments-entry-31693306.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Rough 'n Rugged Renovation</title><category>EHS</category><category>Project Updates</category><category>ehs design</category><category>interior design</category><category>renovation</category><dc:creator>EHS Design</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 29 Nov 2012 21:29:46 +0000</pubDate><link>http://letstalk.ehs-design.com/journal/2012/11/29/rough-n-rugged-renovation.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">967063:11169309:31456007</guid><description><![CDATA[<p><div id="squarespace-slideshow-wrapper-1354232334" rel="50b7f217e4b0eb77138f3a23" class="ss-slideshow-v2"></div>EHS Design provided full design services for the relocation and tenant improvement of JTM Construction&rsquo;s office in the historic RDA Building. The refreshed space balances raw materials with existing materials and 1920s architecture to give a rugged and tough reflection of the capabilities of the construction company. The concrete floors and columns were left exposed, and the original concrete and steel vault was transformed into a conference room. <a href="http://www.ehs-design.com/home.html#/jtm-construction"><span>View more photos.</span></a></p>
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