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Statement: Signing of One Big Beautiful Bill Act
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...
Seattle Metro Chamber Unveils Suite of Business Tools to Get WA World Cup Ready
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™....
Seattle Metro Chamber’s response to proposed B&O tax increase
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...
The Best Coast is the West Coast
It’s officially summer - the time when we Pacific Northwesterners peel off the layers and soak in all that our region has to offer, like hiking, biking, kayaking and paddle boarding....
Your Chamber is Showing Up…Everywhere!
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...
Back-to-Basics Approach is Key to Progress
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...
Chamber Supports Maintaining the Climate Commitment Act
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 Voters Want Leaders to Focus on the Basics
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...
CEO Statement: City of Seattle Revenue Forecast
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:...
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Director of Marketing and Communications
Seattle Metro Chamber
(206) 389-7235
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New report highlights WA’s aerospace industry as key driver for economic growth
Press Release Promising outlook: New report highlights Washington’s aerospace industry as key driver for economic growth SEATTLE – The aerospace industry in Washington state in 2023...
It’s Happening Every Day at Your Chamber
This week we held our annual offsite meeting for our Board of Trustees – this is my third one since I started in my role at the Chamber and each year I have left feeling proud of the...
Statement: Seattle Transportation Levy – Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
Following the announcement by Seattle City Councilmember Tammy Morales regarding the Seattle Transportation Levy on June 27, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President &...
The Best Coast is the West Coast
It’s officially summer - the time when we Pacific Northwesterners peel off the layers and soak in all that our region has to offer, like hiking, biking, kayaking and paddle boarding....
Your Chamber is Showing Up…Everywhere!
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...
Back-to-Basics Approach is Key to Progress
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...
Media Contact
Mara Samudrala
Director of Marketing and Communications
Seattle Metro Chamber
(206) 389-7235
Email the Media Contact
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