Press Room
The Latest
Election Focus = Progressive + Pragmatism + Plans
Back in 2021 when the Chamber closed down its political action committee and chose to focus on the issues, not endorse candidates, it was not a retreat from politics or elections. We say it all the time: elections matter. This November, we will usher in new leaders...
Your Chamber is Your Champion
Here at the Chamber, we work hard to be a strong voice for business and a force for positive change. We use our voice to advocate for you and to make the business community’s position on the issues clear. And the good news is, people are paying attention to what we...
Harrell’s Budget Proposal Delivers on Voter Priorities
Following Mayor Bruce Harrell’s budget address on Sept. 26, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Rachel Smith issued the following statement: “We applaud that Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell’s budget proposal makes the right adjustments delivering...
![[Elections Update] A note from Chamber CEO Rachel Smith](https://www.seattlechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/more_vaccine_med.jpeg)
[Elections Update] A note from Chamber CEO Rachel Smith
Greetings, Seattle Metro Chamber members, Like many of you, we are still tracking the results of yesterday’s election, and we expect another tranche of ballots to come online this...
Business Health Trust announces a new Healthy Workplace Credit for covered employees who are fully vaccinated
SEATTLE – The Business Health Trust (BHT) board and its plan sponsor, the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, announced today a new credit to support Washington small businesses...
King County Vaccine Verification Resources by Businesses, for Businesses
SEATTLE – With one week before King County’s new vaccine verification requirement takes effect, local businesses are turning to the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce for...
Chamber Releases First Installment of The Index
SEATTLE – Today the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce released the first findings of The Index research project aimed at elevating the region’s most pressing issues and...
Seattle Metro Chamber Hires New VP of Economic Development
SEATTLE – The Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce has selected Vaughn Taylor to lead the regional business association’s economic development initiatives. The Chamber is the...
Seattle Metro Chamber Appeals King County Court JumpStart Tax Decision
(SEATTLE – July 2, 2021) – Today, the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce filed an appeal of the recent decision in the membership organization’s lawsuit against the city of...
Media Contact
Jillian Henze, APR
Director of Communications
Seattle Metro Chamber of
Commerce
206-389-7244
Email the Media Contact
CEO Statement on 2022 City Budget
On Nov. 22, 2021, the Seattle City Council voted to approve the 2022 city budget. Below is a statement from Seattle Metro Chamber President & CEO Rachel Smith: “Over the past...
![[Big Thoughts] Seattle Deserves Greater Investments in Public Safety, Homelessness](https://www.seattlechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/COngress_med.jpg)
[Big Thoughts] Seattle Deserves Greater Investments in Public Safety, Homelessness
Greetings, Seattle Metro Chamber members, In the months leading up to last week’s election, we heard overwhelmingly from the community that they want to see action on two issues:...
Michael Fong Named Region 10 Administrator for Small Business Administration
On Nov. 4, 2021, President Joe Biden announced key regional appointments for the U.S. Small Business Administration and Michael Fong will be appointed as Region 10 Administrator,...
[Elections Update] A note from Chamber CEO Rachel Smith
Greetings, Seattle Metro Chamber members, Like many of you, we are still tracking the results of yesterday’s election, and we expect another tranche of ballots to come online this...
Business Health Trust announces a new Healthy Workplace Credit for covered employees who are fully vaccinated
SEATTLE – The Business Health Trust (BHT) board and its plan sponsor, the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, announced today a new credit to support Washington small businesses...
King County Vaccine Verification Resources by Businesses, for Businesses
SEATTLE – With one week before King County’s new vaccine verification requirement takes effect, local businesses are turning to the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce for...
Media Contact
Jillian Henze, APR
Director of Communications
Seattle Metro Chamber of
Commerce
206-389-7244
Email the Media Contact
Ready to join?
Apply online or contact us