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#SupportSeattleSmallBiz Spotlight: Sharif Grocery & Halal Supports Essential Workers During Ramadan

Ramadan is celebrated during the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is observed by Muslims around the world. This is a time of fasting, prayer, and self-reflection. On May 23, Muslim residents in Seattle will join the global Muslim community for Eid al-Fitr to celebrate the “festival of breaking the fast,” marking the end of Ramadan. Usually this time of year, grocery stores… [ Keep reading ]

Small Business COVID-19 Weekly Webinar: 5/20/20

OED is committed to supporting our small businesses as we work together to mitigate the economic impacts of COVID-19. Our weekly webinars are transitioning to every other week. In these webinars, we will hear about the impacts you are experiencing and answer your questions. Please join us for our next… [ Keep reading ]

Resources Roundup: 5/21/20

The City of Seattle’s Office of Economic Development (OED) is committed to keeping you updated about new developments in these rapidly changing times. In this weekly blog, we’ll provide you with news and information about new policies and resources available from the City of Seattle, the State of Washington, the… [ Keep reading ]

#SupportSeattleSmallBiz Spotlight: ‘Support the ID’ Virtual Community & Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Since 1977, the United States has observed May as Asian Pacific Islander (API) Heritage Month to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Asian and Pacific Islander communities. May was originally chosen to commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese individuals and families to the United States, and the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad. As our country observes Asian Pacific Islander… [ Keep reading ]

Resources Roundup: 5/14/20

The City of Seattle’s Office of Economic Development (OED) is committed to keeping you updated about new developments in these rapidly changing times. In this weekly blog, we’ll provide you with news and information about new policies and resources available from the City of Seattle, the State of Washington, the… [ Keep reading ]

#SupportSeattleSmallBiz Spotlight: Facing New Challenges, A West Seattle Boutique Transforms Its Business Model

Linda Sabee opened her boutique, Carmilia’s, on a “wild hare” impulse after moving to West Seattle and attending the street fair in July 2002. She explains that she saw lots of women, like herself, at the fair with strollers and young kids and saw an opportunity for more retail for… [ Keep reading ]

Small Business COVID-19 Weekly Webinar: 5/6/20

OED is committed to supporting our small businesses as we work together to mitigate the economic impacts of COVID-19. We are holding weekly webinars to share new developments, hear about the impacts you are experiencing, and answer your questions. Please join us every Wednesday from 11:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Register… [ Keep reading ]

Resources Roundup: 5/6/20

The City of Seattle’s Office of Economic Development (OED) is committed to keeping you updated about new developments in these rapidly changing times. In this weekly blog, we’ll provide you with news and information about new policies and resources available from the City of Seattle, the State of Washington, the… [ Keep reading ]

#SupportSmallBiz Spotlight: An Unexpected Partnership Blossoms to Build Human Connections & Small Business Opportunities

“We really did not even think it would get this big. It just happened and it’s like a huge jigsaw puzzle. Every day and every week things shift, fit together, click, and everybody is coming together beautifully as it’s gotten bigger. It’s been wonderful.” Vikki Cha, Hmong farmer When the… [ Keep reading ]

Neighborhood Business District Webinar – Clean and Safe

On Tuesday, April 21, the Only in Seattle (OIS) team hosted a webinar with neighborhood business districts and partners to provide relevant and timely information for small businesses. The OIS team coordinates with Seattle’s neighborhood business districts to provide resources for community stakeholders, businesses and property owners, and local organizations… [ Keep reading ]