As employers leave downtown Seattle, tourism brings new optimism
Many large businesses have closed or are in the process of closing their downtown Seattle operations, including the Nike store. Other companies […]
Retailers are tripping over themselves for Millennial and Gen Z shoppers. But not this one
By Parija Kavilanz, CNN Most retailers are tripping over themselves to stay relevant by courting younger Millennial and Gen Z shoppers. Not […]
Content marketing trends
As retail advertising and marketing professionals know, the only certain outcome of an ad campaign is uncertainty. What worked last year, even […]
OSHA Injury Reporting for 2022 due Feb 1
Employers with ten or more employees must maintain annual accident logs for the prior year, including most large WR retail and automotive […]
The Voice of Retail is alive and well in NYC
The NRF Retail Big Show is back in person in NY, and I’ve had the pleasure to join over 35,000 retail […]
Legislative Update
Today marks the 10th day of the 105-day session, and WR is continuing to review bills closely. As of today, 1,320 bills […]
State of US business remains strong as economy weakens
Last week, Suzanne P. Clark, President and CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, delivered the Chamber’s annual State of American Business […]
Washington Research Council says state should avoid tapping reserves while revenues are growing
By: WRC A potential recession is a major risk to the state revenue forecast, but Washington’s strong budget sustainability practices—including the budget […]
Hearings held for packaging and beverage container bills
Hearings were held on January 17 for Senate Bill 5154, prime sponsored by Senator Christine Rolfes (D-23), and its companion, House Bill […]
Equitable access to Return to Work bill heard in the House
HB 1137 had a public hearing in the House Labor and Workplace Standards Committee on Tuesday. This bill introduces a flexible option […]
Hollingsworth announces run in Seattle’s 3rd Council District as Lewis launches his reelection campaign in the 7th
Following retirement announcements from Councilmembers Lisa Herbold and Alex Pedersen—and rumors Council President Debora Juarez does not plan to run for reelection—candidates […]
Will the ‘Fair Tax’ be given consideration?
Some GOP lawmakers have demanded the “Fair Tax” as a condition for supporting McCarthy’s bid for speaker. The legislation has not been […]