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The Conversation Seattle Isn’t Having
Dear Chamber Members and Partners, Something doesn’t add up in Seattle right now. We are asking more from our businesses than ever, while increasingly treating them like the problem. We are home to some of the most innovative companies in the world. They create...
A Quick Note on the Legislative Session from Seattle Metro Chamber CEO
Dear Chamber Members, Now that the 2026 Washington State legislative session has wrapped up, I wanted to share a few reflections and updates. First, thank you. Many of you engaged with us throughout the session by sharing insights, participating in conversations with...
Joint Statement from Business Leaders on the Conclusion of the 2026 Legislative Session
Olympia – March 13, 2026 – The Washington Roundtable, Association of Washington Business, Bellevue Chamber of Commerce, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, and Greater Spokane Inc. issued the following statement at the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session:...
Comcast RISE is Back & the Chamber is Here to Help You Apply
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Press Release Comcast RISE is back and the Seattle Metro Chamber is here to help you apply SEATTLE – Comcast announced 100 King County businesses will...
Buckle Up: Legislators Approve Largest Tax Package in History – Let’s See What Happens
From the CEO There is economic news coming in from every corner of the nation and world: newspaper headlines about tariffs, business closure notices stuck to front doors, and nervous...
POLL: Seattle Voters Oppose Trump, But Can’t Go Back on Quality-of-Life Progress in Seattle
Press Release POLL: Seattle voters oppose Trump, but can’t go back on quality-of-life progress in Seattle   New poll shows Seattle voters overwhelmingly see the U.S. on the wrong...
Joint Statement: Legislature Passes Largest Tax Increase in State History
Joint Statement OLYMPIA — In response to the conclusion of the 2025 legislative session, the Association of Washington Business, Bellevue Chamber of Commerce, Seattle Metropolitan...
Tax Proposals Pose a Significant Threat to WA’s Innovation
Press Release Tax proposals pose a significant threat to WA’s innovation  Hometown start-ups and tech companies detail the consequences of proposed taxes on their businesses, the...
Joint Statement: Seattle’s April Economic and Revenue Forecast is Cautionary Tale
Joint Statement In response to the release of the latest city of Seattle revenue forecast, the Association of Washington Business, Bellevue Chamber of Commerce, Seattle Metropolitan...
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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...
40 Years of Chamber Delegations – How We Build Our Domestic & International Networks
From the CEO What a whirlwind the last month has been for us! While many of you know our work to champion policies that support employers and the economic activity they generate, we –...
Voter Message is Clear: Seattle Won’t Go Backwards
From the CEO At a time when there is continuing chaos emanating from the other Washington, the voice of voters here at home is clear: Seattleites don’t want the Trump Administration...
Comcast RISE is Back & the Chamber is Here to Help You Apply
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Press Release Comcast RISE is back and the Seattle Metro Chamber is here to help you apply SEATTLE – Comcast announced 100 King County businesses will...
Buckle Up: Legislators Approve Largest Tax Package in History – Let’s See What Happens
From the CEO There is economic news coming in from every corner of the nation and world: newspaper headlines about tariffs, business closure notices stuck to front doors, and nervous...
POLL: Seattle Voters Oppose Trump, But Can’t Go Back on Quality-of-Life Progress in Seattle
Press Release POLL: Seattle voters oppose Trump, but can’t go back on quality-of-life progress in Seattle   New poll shows Seattle voters overwhelmingly see the U.S. on the wrong...
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Mara Samudrala
Director of Marketing and Communications
Seattle Metro Chamber
(206) 389-7235
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