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™....
Statement SEATTLE – In response to today's announcement of a proposed increase to the city of Seattle's business and occupation tax, Rachel Smith, president and CEO of the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, issued the following statement. "Giving a B&O tax...
From the CEO What a whirlwind the last month has been for us! While many of you know our work to champion policies that support employers and the economic activity they generate, we – as a Chamber – also do several study missions each year, and have been doing so for...
SEATTLE – Today the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce released the findings from The Index, which shows a strong majority of voters believe the city should prioritize the...
Following the release of the city of Seattle's revenue forecast on April 8, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Rachel Smith issued the following statement:...
SEATTLE – A recent survey of more than 100 Seattle small business restaurateurs who partner with third-party delivery companies shows that sales have declined an average of 38% in the...
It was another fast and furious legislative session in Olympia this year, and your Chamber team worked hard to put wins on the board that will help our members thrive in an equitable...
Greetings, Seattle Metro Chamber Members, As Mayor Bruce Harrell gave his 2024 State of the City address, I was rewinding the tape in my head back to his 2023 address. At the time, I...
Press Release I-137 Gives New Seattle Board a Blank Check SEATTLE – On Feb. 14, backers of Initiative 136 filed a replacement initiative, I-137, and it’s another example of a...
Here at the Chamber, sometimes it seems like we have our heads down, focused on the business of addressing issues like public safety and affordable housing, analyzing government...
Last week we shared the latest installment of The Index, the Chamber’s public opinion research project. We do this kind of voter research because quality of life underlies attracting...
A decade ago, the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce joined an open declaration acknowledging climate change as a significant risk to our economy and quality of life and...
SEATTLE – Today the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce released the findings from The Index, which shows a strong majority of voters believe the city should prioritize the...
Following the release of the city of Seattle's revenue forecast on April 8, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Rachel Smith issued the following statement:...
SEATTLE – A recent survey of more than 100 Seattle small business restaurateurs who partner with third-party delivery companies shows that sales have declined an average of 38% in the...
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