West Seattle biznotes: Wyatt’s Jewelers move, KeyBank, Angelina’s

At Westwood Village, Wyatt’s Jewelers (WSB sponsor) sends word its move to a new, more visible storefront is complete, right on schedule, done in time for the new location’s debut yesterday. They’re now open Tuesdays-Saturdays 10 am-6 pm in the spot you see above, next to Chico’s, which is in turn just north of Barnes and Noble, in the heart of WV. Meantime, in The Junction, KeyBank is done with its remodeling work:

Kevin McClintic took that photo back in August, as crews did late-night work on the bank’s big remodel. Now we have word that the months of work are over, and the branch plans a “grand opening” celebration next week, with refreshments and snacks for those who stop in. Here’s what changed, according to a KeyBank news release:

Inside the updated branch is a new teller line, a pair of flat TV screens featuring information of interest to clients and a community wall of photos depicting local scenes and landmarks. New offices and conference rooms accommodate client meetings requiring privacy, and a new, comfortable waiting area is complete with a coffee cart.

Key’s new “Teller 21” technology places better information in the hands of tellers quickly, freeing up time for them to advise and interact with clients. Behind the scenes, processing and handling time is significantly reduced: for example, a check brought to the branch would once have been handled up to 12 times by tellers, proof operators and others involved in the processing function. With Teller 21, that check is handled only once.

(added 1:08 pm) One more note – we checked with Allison Rich, new co-owner of Angelina’s, regarding their progress toward reopening after the remodel (here’s our last “sneak peek” story). She says they’re now hoping to be ready around the middle of next week.

4 Replies to "West Seattle biznotes: Wyatt's Jewelers move, KeyBank, Angelina's"

  • Silly Goose October 21, 2009 (7:49 pm)

    I love Wyatt’s Jewlery!! They are honest dependable and a local family. I don’t buy jewlery or sell my unwanted gold any where else. Check them out everyone they really are very talented and creative jewlery designers.

  • Silly Goose October 21, 2009 (7:51 pm)

    As for Key Bank let’s hope that in this remodel there was a bullet proof glass installation included. Don’t they have the record for the most bank robberies in the junction?

  • bongo October 21, 2009 (8:55 pm)

    How does one get in contact with the new owners of Angelina’s? Allison and “Skip” Rich — how do we call you or email you? I’ve been trying to reach Angelina’s by phone with disconnect notice…

  • bongo October 22, 2009 (12:09 pm)

    Can’t wait for Angelina’s to open — the new owners are super nice and seem excited to be able to freshen up Angelina’s and provide a warm atmosphere where West Seattle neighbors can come together and enjoy a great dining experience.

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