Vision, Mission, and Values
Our Name
The name "Kitsap" comes from Chief Kitsap, a Suquamish Tribe leader from the 19th century. Chief Kitsap was a war leader known for his courage, wisdom, and integrity, and was highly respected by both his tribe and by the early European settlers in the area. The Suquamish are a Native American people, part of the Coast Salish peoples of the Pacific Northwest.
"We believe that writing a book is a brave endeavor, as books not only capture the essence of our humanity but also weave truths with the power to mend and shape our future."
Our Vision
"At Kitsap Publishing, our vision is to be a beacon of integrity in the literary world, dedicated to promoting the untainted truth voiced by honest and insightful authors. We stand proudly independent, free from the influence of mainstream narratives and external financial pressures. Our goal is to foster a diverse library of works that not only enlighten but also empower readers with knowledge and perspectives rooted in authenticity and intellectual rigor. In doing so, we aim to cultivate a more informed, thoughtful, and truthful future."
Our Mission
"Kitsap Publishing is committed to the mission of illuminating the landscape of literature with works that epitomize honesty and intellect. Our purpose is to discover, nurture, and amplify voices that speak truths often overshadowed in mainstream discourse. We operate with unwavering independence, free from external financial influences, ensuring that our content remains untainted and genuinely reflective of our authors' insights. By embracing a broad spectrum of ideas and narratives, we strive to enrich the minds of our readers and contribute to a culture where truth prevails and informed dialogue thrives."
Our Values
Our guiding principles of courage, wisdom, and integrity underpin every decision we make.
- We embody courage as we boldly challenge the status quo of the publishing industry, selecting authors and books that promote sustainability and a thriving future for our planet.
- We harness wisdom, leaning on centuries-old traditions of storytelling and modern insights to craft literature that resonates and educates.
- Above all, we uphold the highest standards of integrity, ensuring transparency and ethical practices in our pursuit of crafting 'Books for a Healthy Planet.'
Together, these values forge our path towards a more sustainable, informed, and responsible world.
ABOUT THE FOUNDER
Ingemar Anderson has been a business consultant for Fortune 500 companies for over 20 years and has founded Kitsap Publishing in September 2014. He was born in Stockholm, Sweden and has lived and worked in many cities including Munich, Los Angeles, Monterrey - Mexico, Seattle, Tokyo, Frankfurt, London - Essex, San Francisco and Paris. For over 20 years, he has worked as an executive business consultant in over 10 countries, and he has helped many large corporations worldwide improve their business operations.
"Literature has always been my passion and working with authors to capture and present 'true stories and wild dreams' in form of books is more than a dream come true for me. I believe that stories really power the world and that literature is the essence of being human."