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OED Welcomes Thirteen New Seattle Music Commissioners

October 1, 2021

By Alex Rose Please join the Office of Economic Development in welcoming the newest members of the Seattle Music Commission: Adra Boo, Denise Burnside, Miss Casey Carter, Jason Clackley, Andrew Joslyn, Keola Kama, Eric Lilavois, Bunnie Marie Moore, Anne O’Dowd, Jovino Santos Neto, Jessica Toon, Nick Vaerewyck and Shannon Welles. We are excited to partner with these experienced industry leaders! The Seattle Music Commission is an… [ Keep reading ]

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City of Seattle and Partners Host Second Set of Welcome Back Weeks to Support Local Arts and Culture

September 2, 2021

Masking and proof of vaccination are required at all City of Seattle Welcome Back events Mayor Jenny A. Durkan announced a schedule of arts and cultural events that will take place as part of Welcome Back Weeks occurring from September 4-19. This is the second set of Welcome Back Weeks… [ Keep reading ]

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City of Music Career Day Returns Virtually on August 27

August 16, 2021

Registration is open for free virtual event for teens and young adults ages 13-26 interested in turning their passion for music into a career. The Seattle Office of Economic Development (OED) and Office of Arts & Culture (ARTS) are pleased to announce the return of City of Music Career Day,… [ Keep reading ]

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Welcome Back Weeks Attended By At Least 15,000 People, Spur Economic Activity and Support for Workers Downtown

July 30, 2021

Welcome Back Weeks Catalyzed Tens of Thousands of Dollars in Spending at Downtown Small Businesses Mayor Jenny A. Durkan today announced the outcomes of Welcome Back Weeks – a two-week effort from the City and downtown partners to bring workers, small businesses, and visitors back to downtown Seattle. As part… [ Keep reading ]

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Digable Planets to Headline Free Sunset Concert at Welcome Back to Westlake Event

July 21, 2021

City Partners With More Than 30 Restaurants and Retailers for Halloween in July Trick-or-Treating at Westlake. Welcome Back to Pioneer Square and Westlake Events Taking Place This Saturday and Sunday. Mayor Jenny A. Durkan announced final lineups and activations as part of the City of Seattle’s large-scale Welcome Back to… [ Keep reading ]

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Getting Money Smart with devon de Leña and Ebo Barton!

June 25, 2021

As we celebrate the Creative Industries’ contributions to Seattle’s identity and economy, we share this virtual interview between local creatives and business owners devon de Leña (she/her) and Ebo Barton (they/he).

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Mayor Jenny Durkan Announces 2021 Mayor’s Award for Achievement in Film

April 9, 2021

Mayor Jenny Durkan announced Vivian Hua and Northwest Film Forum as the recipient of the 15th Annual Mayor’s Award for Achievement in Film. The Mayor’s Award for Outstanding Achievement in Film recognizes an individual or entity for exceptional work that has significantly contributed to the growth, advancement and reputation of Seattle as a filmmaking city. The award was presented… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle Office of Economic Development Will Provide Technical Assistance to Businesses Applying for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant

April 6, 2021

The Seattle Office of Economic Development (OED) will provide technical assistance to eligible businesses applying for the highly anticipated Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG). The long-awaited $16 billion fund will provide economic relief to live venue operators, promoters, theatrical producers, live performing arts organization operators, motion picture theatre operators, talent… [ Keep reading ]

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2nd Annual Seattle Film Career Day connects young people with industry leaders and experts

November 6, 2019

On Friday, October 25th, the City of Seattle’s Office of Film + Music (OFM), in partnership with One Reel and the National Film Festival for Talented Youth (NFFTY), and with support from Seattle’s Office or Arts & Culture (ARTS) and Office of Economic Development (OED), hosted Seattle’s second annual Film… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle Startup Stories: Armoire

September 27, 2018

Armoire is a Seattle-based startup that wants to change the way people—for the moment, mostly women—approach their wardrobes. Armoire members complete a style profile including questions about size and style preferences. The app then presents a “closet” of items for the member to choose from based on an algorithm and… [ Keep reading ]

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