by Editorial Staff | Jul 21, 2025 | Member News
Starting January 1, 2026, Seattle businesses must pay a 5% payroll expense tax on “excess compensation,” defined as compensation paid to an employee in excess of $1 million annually. This may include guaranteed payments and owner distributions from pass-through...
by Editorial Staff | Jul 16, 2025 | Member News
Big news, Seattle community! The Goddard School is thrilled to announce the opening of our brand-new early childhood education school, right here in the heart of Seattle! We invite families, community members, and local businesses to celebrate this exciting milestone...
by Editorial Staff | Jul 10, 2025 | Member News
This month’s happy hour is coming in hot—literally and figuratively. We’re taking the vibes to the rooftop at The Cloud Room in Capitol Hill for an evening of connection, community, and cocktails that actually mean something. Whether you’re deep in your career...
by Editorial Staff | Jul 7, 2025 | Policy & Advocacy
On Friday, July 4, President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). The bill includes tax cuts for businesses and high income earners and significant increases in defense and border spending. The bill also includes work requirements and cuts to...
by Editorial Staff | Jul 1, 2025 | Press Room
Briefings, trainings, convenings and the latest AI tech will support local businesses SEATTLE – Today the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce launched its support resources for Washington state businesses in anticipation of the FIFA World Cup 26 Seattle™....