10 Great Reasons to Choose Washington

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An Inspirational Lifestyle

Revolutionary ideas flow like wine around here.

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Starting a Business?

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Invest in Your Future... And Ours

800 multinational firms are in Washington.
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Getting Around

Washington State is easy to get to and easy to get around.

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Washington State: Building Business Legends

The birthplace of such legendary businesses as Amazon, Costco, Expedia, Microsoft, Nordstrom, PACCAR, REI and Starbucks, Washington State offers businesses, site selectors and investors a critical mass of highly skilled workers in the aerospace, agriculture, clean technology, information & communication technology (ICT), forest products, life science/global health and maritime sectors.

As the global pandemic runs its course, Washington State is poised to recover more quickly than other parts of the United States. The state is fortunate to have built a diversified portfolio of high-growth industries over the decades, led by a flourishing technology sector and a well-earned reputation for groundbreaking creativity and innovation.

Leading the way in COVID-19.

A researcher examines a vile during t-cell studies

One of the world’s most respected research organizations, the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center is at the forefront of efforts to combat the COVID-19 outbreak. “The Hutch” is focusing on tracking the spread of the virus, developing new diagnostic tests, designing vaccine trials and combatting future outbreaks.

Ready to restart or rebuild?

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Our new Restart Academy offers you a wealth of knowledge to help you get your business back on track or to start a new one in the wake of a global pandemic and economic downturn. From moving forward to reinventing your business from the ground up, we’ve got you covered.

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You’re welcome, Florida.

A favorite sport of retirees in the Sunshine State, Pickleball was the brainchild of Washington Congressman Joel Pritchard and his friends who blended badminton and tennis in their backyard. The name, by the way, came from the sport of crew racing, where the pickle boat was manned by oarsmen not selected for other teams.

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In The News…

Washington’s own Captain Kirk.

If everything goes as planned between now and Sept. 15, Everett resident Christopher Sembroski will become part of space history. One of four crew members aboard SpaceX’s Inspiration4 mission, Christopher will be the first of a new generation of civilian astronauts,...

That’s a mighty big STEP!

Washington State received the lion’s share of funds intended to help small businesses grow through exporting. The state was awarded $2 million of State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) funds by the Small Business Administration. This is the 10th year Washington has...

Across the finish line.

Rich in history, Pacific Raceways is about to usher in a new era in motorsports automotive innovation and technology. After nearly two decades of planning, officials have broken ground on a $200 million expansion of the facility, which will be known as the Pacific...

Electricity and water do mix.

The launch of Sea Change, a 75-passenger emission-free ferry, is a huge step forward for the maritime industry. The new ship is the first to be fueled by hydrogen fuel cells and electric drive. Built by All American Marine in Bellingham, the new ferry was developed...

An electrifying history indeed.

Long before the Prius and Tesla there was the Electruc. If you've never heard of it, you're not alone. But it demonstrates the forward-thinking mindset of Washington's best and brightest. Yes, that's a light joke, since it was Seattle City Light's R&D team who...

More lab space on the way!

The life science sector in Washington State has reason to rejoice. With more demand than space, life science startups, companies and innovators can now look forward to moving into 136,000 square feet dedicated lab space, right in the heart of bustling South Lake...

Faster than a speeding…

The Nooksack Indian Tribe and SpaceX are partnering to test rural high-speed access in remote parts of the state. Built in Redmond, the Starlink satellites will deliver Internet connectivity to 100 homes on tribal lands. The tribe, located in the northwest corner of...

#1 again? (blush!)

U.S. News & World Report has announced its biannual rankings of best states and lo and behold, Washington is #1 again. The publication ranks states using thousands of data points to measure how well they are performing for their citizens, including health care,...

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