Apr 22, 2015 | Why Washington?
While other urban areas around the U.S. are showing lackluster economic growth, the greater Seattle metro area is bucking the trend. Historically, Washington State economic booms and busts have been triggered by a dominant company or industry. However, the strength...
Apr 10, 2015 | Technology, Why Washington?
Yet another company, this time its Utah-based Qualtrics, is opening an office in Washington State. A growing tech company is always on the lookout for talented and experienced employees. The Puget Sound region has become the epicenter for high-tech talent; and...
Apr 2, 2015 | Why Washington?
The National Park Service has launched a campaign to renew interest in the splendor of our country’s natural beauty. Celebrating its centennial the Park Service and the National Parks Foundation are reaching out to a younger and more diverse demographic through...
Mar 26, 2015 | Why Washington?
Washington State’s economy continues to grow by leaps and bounds and it appears there are many who want to be part of our success. As we’ve posted frequently in the last few months, major companies are opening satellite offices in our state to tap into our...
Mar 25, 2015 | Technology, Why Washington?
Washington State’s culture of collaboration and robust software developer community is the logical home of a new open source operating system for smart phones. Cyanogen is the brainchild of a self-described ‘hacker’ and a tech mogul who...
Mar 23, 2015 | Innovation, Technology, Why Washington?
One important element in growing healthy plants is photosynthesis. However, in many parts of the world, there isn’t enough daylight to have a long growing season all year round. A recent University of Washington graduate, Adam Greenberg, is producing a light...
Mar 20, 2015 | Technology, Why Washington?
When it comes to searching for top talent, tech companies are beating a path to Washington State. The latest to open an office in Puget Sound is ClearSlide, a company using cloud-based technology for its business tools. ClearSlides’s COO, Dustin Grosse, echoes...
Mar 18, 2015 | Technology, Why Washington?
The technology community in Washington State has been growing rapidly over the past few years. It seems every week another major player announces the opening of an office in the region. The depth and breadth of talent and expertise in software development and hardware...
Feb 19, 2015 | Technology, Why Washington?
Washington State’s pre-eminence as the leader of online retailing and cloud technology is drawing other retailers who want to enhance their online customer experience. Best Buy has recognized the depth of talent located here in both cloud technology and software...
Feb 4, 2015 | Growth & Expansion, Why Washington?
Washington State continues to be a magnet for business. With major players opening offices here and the international expansion of Washington companies,Sea-Tac International Airport has seen a significant uptick in passenger travel over 2013 increasing 7.7%....
