by Mara Samudrala | Oct 19, 2026 | Policy & Advocacy
Seattle’s latest economic and revenue forecast offers a mixed picture for our region, and an important reminder about the choices we make to support a healthy economy. The October 2026 Forecast Update shows that the regional labor market continues to be weaker than...
by Mara Samudrala | Sep 22, 2026 | Press Room
By Joe Nguyễn, President and CEO of the Seattle Metro Chamber You can support affordable housing, strong public services and a safety net, and still want Seattle’s businesses to succeed. In fact, you should. As Mayor Katie Wilson releases her proposed budget and the...
by Mara Samudrala | Sep 10, 2026 | Policy & Advocacy, Press Room
September 10, 2026 The Seattle Metro Chamber, Challenge Seattle, and the Washington Roundtable, joined a coalition of business and community organizations in sending a letter to Mayor Katie Wilson and the Seattle City Council calling for urgent action to address...
by Mara Samudrala | Aug 20, 2026 | Press Room
SEATTLE — A citywide poll commissioned by the Seattle Metro Chamber on behalf of a broad cross-section of Seattle’s employer community shows growing concern among voters about public safety, transparency and the city’s overall direction. Seattle employers supported...
by Mara Samudrala | Aug 4, 2026 | Press Room
For those looking to lend support, we’ve gathered trusted resources and ways to help communities in need: Innovia Foundation – Eastern Washington Wildfire Fund – Supports nonprofit organizations and community partners providing immediate relief and long-term recovery...