From the CEO Summer sunshine is here - the season when the beauty of the Pacific Northwest is really on display. And great things are happening around the Puget Sound region – especially in downtown Seattle. People are visiting our best local spots: Foot traffic in...
In response to the July 4 signing of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act by President Donald Trump, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Rachel Smith issued the following statement: “This legislation is out of step with what businesses and communities...
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™....
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...
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...
I don’t know about you, but I can’t believe we are already into the new year. We’ve got an election coming in February (vote Yes on the Seattle Public School levies and Yes on...
This past year has been a banner year for the Chamber and our members. Across the region, we have seen positive progress and quality-of-life improvements in our communities –...
After months of deliberation, debates, and deep dives into the details, the Seattle City Council has approved the 2025-26 biennial budget, and the final product is good news for...
Following The Seattle City Council's approval of the city budget Nov. 21, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Rachel Smith issued the following statement:...
In response to a revenue package put forward by Democratic leadership in the Washington State Senate March 20, the Association of Washington Business, Bellevue Chamber of Commerce,...
Joint Statement In response to the Senate Republicans' budget framework proposal announced March 11, the Association of Washington Business, Bellevue Chamber of Commerce, Seattle...
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...
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...
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...
I don’t know about you, but I can’t believe we are already into the new year. We’ve got an election coming in February (vote Yes on the Seattle Public School levies and Yes on...
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