We’re well into fall, and that means budget season for our government partners. Your Chamber is watching closely to ensure your priorities are present in the revenue and spending plans of our public officials. Just yesterday, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell released his...
Following the release of Mayor Bruce Harrell's city budget proposal Sept. 24, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Rachel Smith issued the following statement: “Mayor Bruce Harrell’s proposed budget invests in priorities that align with what...
SEATTLE – Today the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, King County, and Port of Seattle announced an award from the International Economic Development Council for their partnership to launch the Community Business Connector program. This is the Seattle...
Following today's State of the City address by Mayor Bruce Harrell, Seattle Metro Chamber President & CEO Rachel Smith issued the following statement: "We applaud Mayor Bruce...
Following today's announcement that Amazon will require its employees to work from the office at least three days per week effective May 1, Seattle Metro Chamber President & CEO...
It is time to tackle our housing affordability crisis head on. I hear regularly from our members that they are struggling to attract and retain workers because of the cost and...
You may have heard that longtime Chamber President George Duff, who led our organization for nearly three decades starting in 1968, passed away recently. The Seattle Times published...
Last week, we hosted our annual Public Officials Reception, connecting with nearly 500 Chamber members and leaders. It boosted my spirit and my sense of optimism for the year ahead by...
The Seattle City Council voted, 6-3, on Nov. 29 to approve the city budget for 2023-24. In response to this action, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Rachel...
Following today's announcement of additional layoffs coming to the local technology sector, Seattle Metro Chamber President & CEO Rachel Smith issued the following statement:...
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Community Safety Top Concern of Seattle Voters Ahead of Historic City Council Election New DSA/Chamber research points toward a public call for more officers and a holistic approach...
As we head into a busy year of city and county elections, top of mind for me is how local governments and their leaders can rebuild trust with voters and make progress on the...
Following today's State of the City address by Mayor Bruce Harrell, Seattle Metro Chamber President & CEO Rachel Smith issued the following statement: "We applaud Mayor Bruce...
Following today's announcement that Amazon will require its employees to work from the office at least three days per week effective May 1, Seattle Metro Chamber President & CEO...
It is time to tackle our housing affordability crisis head on. I hear regularly from our members that they are struggling to attract and retain workers because of the cost and...
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