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Thank you and reflections: outgoing Director Markham McIntyre 

February 24, 2026

Appointed by former Mayor Bruce Harrell, Markham McIntyre became the Director of the Seattle Office of Economic Development in 2022. Over four years, he and the department helped shape Seattle’s economy through pandemic recovery, with a focus on creating an economy that is better for everyone. McIntyre brought with him a perpetually positive attitude and a deeply-held belief that economic development is a team sport – engaging with countless… [ Keep reading ]

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Small Business Capital Access Program helps ramen shop share passion nationwide

October 28, 2025

When Jiaxin Wang and Chong Ooi moved to Seattle, they had all the right ingredients to open a ramen shop. There’s the knowledge that comes from growing up eating ramen all the time – for breakfast or for dinner – they know what makes a good bowl of ramen. Then… [ Keep reading ]

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Celebrating the success of the Capital Access Program

September 30, 2025

Seattle’s small business and finance communities came together in September at Boon Boona Coffee on the Waterfront. They gathered to celebrate the progress made and to mark the next chapter of our Small Business Capital Access Program. This program is designed to remove barriers to financing and ensure that all… [ Keep reading ]

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OED seeks Capital Readiness service providers to help small businesses access financial resources

September 5, 2025

Equitable access to affordable capital is a fundamental part of the work our office does to build an inclusive economy for all. As part of that effort, we are recruiting a new cohort of Capital Readiness service providers for 2025 – 2026 through the Request for Proposal process. Responses are… [ Keep reading ]

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Capital Access Program – Making dreams a reality for hundreds of Seattle-based businesses

May 22, 2025

The Capital Access Program is a dedicated initiative designed to empower small businesses, particularly those historically marginalized and facing financial constraints. By providing equitable access to affordable capital, CAP aims to create a more level playing field for these businesses. The program is guided by three primary objectives: CAP pays… [ Keep reading ]

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