Small businesses are the heart of our communities and the backbone of our economy. Unexpected expenses from vandalism and property damage can create real and burdensome financial challenges from repairs and restoration. We designed the Back to Business program to help businesses overcome these challenges so they can focus on… [ Keep reading ]
SEATTLE – Today, Rita Meher and Tasveer Film Festival and Market were awarded the 2025 Mayor’s Film Award for Outstanding Achievement in Film. During the opening night gala for the Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF), Rita Meher and Tasveer Film Festival and Market were recognized for their contributions to the… [ Keep reading ]
National Small Business Week is a time to celebrate the incredible contributions of small businesses and the vital role they play in our community. In Seattle, small businesses are more than just the backbone of our local economy: they represent the creativity, vibrancy, diversity, and entrepreneurial spirit that make our… [ Keep reading ]
Written by Eric Moss, Communications Director Seattle’s sleeping giants of industries are the backbone to almost all other industry and economic activity in the region, yet we don’t regularly hear about their health and status. That’s because when the maritime, manufacturing, transportation, and warehousing industries are working well, you never… [ Keep reading ]
Written by Celwyn Green, Commercial Space Consultant Manager We’re refreshing and expanding the consultant roster for immediate use and for future needs of the Commercial Space Consultant Program and Tenant Improvement Program through the Request for Qualifications process. Updating this roster will make our services more effective and give our… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle’s University District is a vibrant area full of opportunity. Anchored by the University of Washington, the neighborhood is home to long-standing businesses, innovative ventures, and cultural spaces. Through the Request for Proposals process, we’re looking for an experienced and visionary organization to serve as the program manager for the… [ Keep reading ]
We’re expanding the consultant roster for our Accounting and Business Consulting Program through the Request for Qualifications process. By adding more technical assistance, our office can continue to support entrepreneurs as they establish and grow operations by providing services that would otherwise be beyond their financial reach. We have extended… [ Keep reading ]
The 2025-2026 budget approved by the Seattle City Council reflects the continued alignment of our work to build a more competitive and inclusive economy in Seattle. As we reshaped our budget to reduce spending for the 2025-2026 budget cycle, we focused on work that advances a One Seattle approach and… [ Keep reading ]
Our website has a new look, and we’re excited to share it with you! Over the past year, we’ve been working on a refresh of our website which includes a new home page design, reorganized sitemap, and updated content on program pages. Our goal: make it easier for people… [ Keep reading ]
The sun was shining down on Occidental Mall in Pioneer Square as we set the stage – quite literally – for our third MXR:SEA workshop. The August workshop focused on the music industry and is one of a six-part series of workshops bringing Seattle’s creative economy professionals together for networking,… [ Keep reading ]
