Economy and Trade

Seattle: A Better Way to Work

The Office of Economic Development works to maximize Seattle's potential as a thriving hub for businesses, jobs, robust neighborhoods, and economic opportunity for everyone in our city.

• Why Seattle Thrives
  A slide show.
• Frequently Asked Questions
  About Neighborhood Business Districts
• Your Business Advocate
  Our goal is to help you get your business done.
• Key Industries in Seattle
• Starting and Operating Your Own Business
• Seattle Wi-Fi Project
  To attract more customers to local business districts, support small businesses, encourage the use of public parks and facilities, and enable more citizens to access City services online.

International Trade

Trade Development Alliance of Greater Seattle
Promoting Greater Seattle, including King, Snohomish and Pierce Counties, as one of North America's premier international gateways and commercial centers.

• Trade and Business Information
• Greater Seattle Business Trip Guide
• International Press Center Seattle
• Greater Seattle Cyber Guide
• Seattle Business Directory
• International News

Seattle Chambers of Commerce

• Ballard Chamber of Commerce
• Fremont Chamber of Commerce
• Greenwood/Phinney Chamber of Commerce
• Greater Lake City Chamber of Commerce
• Magnolia Chamber of Commerce
• Greater Seattle Chamber of Commerce
• Greater University Chamber of Commerce
• Wallingford Chamber of Commerce
• West Seattle Chamber of Commerce

Small Businesses in Seattle

• Starting or Operating a Business
• Business Resources
• Mayor's Small Business Awards

Local & Regional Links

• Asia Pacific Cities Summit
• Clean Washington Center Online
• Employing Immigrants in Seattle - Seattle Office for Civil Rights
• enterpriseSeattle
• Environmental Resources for Businesses - King County
• Northwest Horticultural Council
• Port of Seattle
• SCORE Counselors to Small Businesses
• Seattle King County Convention and Visitors Bureau
• Sustainable Northwest
• Washington CASH - Loan Program
• Washington State Community, Trade and Economic Development (CTED)
• World Trade Centers Association - Seattle office

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Trade Development Alliance of Greater Seattle
Promoting Greater Seattle as one of North America's premier international gateways and commercial centers.

City's 2009-2010 Biennial Budget
The $1.9 billion General Fund budget that protects six core city services – human services and housing, pedestrian safety, public safety, environmental stewardship, and transportation.

City Inside/Out: Economic Meltdown
Assessing how Northwest real estate, retail and employment will fare during the current economic climate, and what consumers and investors should do to weather this latest blow.

The United Way Free Tax Campaign Needs Volunteers
Help meet the United Way's goal of putting money back into the pockets of low-and-moderate-income working individuals and families. Volunteer and receive free tax preparation training and IRS certification.

Create a Thriving Business District
A Guide to City and Neighborhood Business District Resources.

Doing Business in Seattle
Contact your business advocate and get answers to your questions about how to do business in Seattle.

Guide to Maps - Property and Land Use
City maps to assist with commercial boundaries, zoning and permits.