Roslyn resident · Founder-operator · Community project co-founder
Karl Ohlemann
A full-time Roslyn resident and co-founder of WeHeartCleElumRoslyn, SPC, bringing an operator's perspective to community conversations, public information, and the future of the Upper Kittitas County area.
Community background
A resident invested in the place he calls home.
Karl and his wife, Stacey, moved to the Upper Kittitas County area with their three daughters in early 2019. They later moved to Roslyn, where they renovated a circa-1888 home and became full-time residents.
In January 2021, Karl and Stacey started WeHeartCleElumRoslyn, SPC as a social-purpose community project. The goal is straightforward: encourage candid local conversation, make useful civic information easier to find, and share the stories and issues shaping Cle Elum, Roslyn, Ronald, South Cle Elum, Suncadia, and the surrounding area.
Karl's community interests include responsible growth, transparent local government, strong schools and businesses, preservation of local identity, and finding practical ways for longtime and newer residents to participate in the region's future.
Professional background
Built inside operating companies.
Karl is a CFO and founder-operator with more than 25 years of experience across finance, operations, construction, housing, technology, and company building. His career began in the flooring and design industry at Chase International, doing business as Chase Wholesale Floors.
He later founded and scaled Macadam Floor & Design to more than $30 million in annual revenue, more than $200 million in cumulative revenue, and a team of more than 200 people. He also founded and operated Nils Bernard, a custom-home builder, and has held executive finance and operating roles in project-based and infrastructure businesses.
Today, Karl leads KSIG Advisors, focused on interim and fractional CFO leadership, and BlackBoxx.ai, focused on practical AI systems, automation, and technology strategy. His complete professional background is available at KarlOhlemann.com.
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Community questions or ideas?
Karl welcomes thoughtful perspectives from residents, businesses, community leaders, and others who care about the future of the area.