I write a lot in these notes to you about my optimism – optimism about the region and optimism about solving problems and seizing opportunities. And while I remain optimistic, I also recognize there is significant uncertainty for our communities right now, including...
The Seattle Metro Chamber’s Executive Committee voted on Jan. 22 to endorse the Schools First Campaign: Seattle Public School’s Capital and Operations levies ahead of the Feb. 11 Seattle Special Election.  Local school districts are funded through a combination of...
Voters Attribute State Budget Shortfall to Failure to Control Spending FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OLYMPIA - Washington voters are in the know – they know why the state is facing a budget deficit and they are aligned on the solution, saying it’s a bad idea to increase state...
Following the May 16 announcement that Washington legislators reached a compromise on the Blake fix, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Rachel Smith issued...
Last week we shared the latest installment of The Index, the Chamber’s public opinion research project. We collect this information because quality of life underlies attracting and...
Between the release of the Index 4, our semi-annual poll of Seattle voters, and the conclusion of the (very busy!) 2023 legislative session, I wanted to take this opportunity to...
In response to Mayor Bruce Harrell's announcement April 17 to revitalize downtown and address public safety and health, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President and CEO...
On April 12, Gov. Jay Inslee named Michael Fong to serve as director of the Washington State Department of Commerce. In response, Rachel Smith, president and CEO of the Seattle...
When it comes to advocacy on behalf of the business community, one of the most important things we do is maintain long-term, deep engagement on key issues where we are uniquely...
In response to the Seattle City Council vote Tuesday rejecting a bill that would have given the city attorney authority to prosecute drug possession and public drug use cases, Seattle...
Press Release Businesses report the majority of downtown Seattle employees are in the office 3+ days per week Return-to-office survey results and playbook released SEATTLE – The...
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In response to the leadership changes announced May 16, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Rachel Smith issued the following statement: “Marc Dones has been a...
Following the May 16 announcement that Washington legislators reached a compromise on the Blake fix, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Rachel Smith issued...
Last week we shared the latest installment of The Index, the Chamber’s public opinion research project. We collect this information because quality of life underlies attracting and...
Between the release of the Index 4, our semi-annual poll of Seattle voters, and the conclusion of the (very busy!) 2023 legislative session, I wanted to take this opportunity to...
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