Appointed lawmakers launch 2025 campaigns to retain legislative seats
WR’s Government Affairs team recently attended the campaign kickoff event for Representatives Osman Salahuddin (D-48) and Janice Zahn (D-41), both who are […]
U.S. Chamber seeks business feedback on tariff impacts
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is inviting businesses nationwide to share how tariffs are affecting their operations. By collecting stories from communities […]
Father’s Day spending expected to hit record $24 billion
Father’s Day spending is projected to reach a new high of $24 billion this year, according to the National Retail Federation’s annual […]
Did you know small businesses can use E-Cycle Washington for free?
Washington businesses with less than 50 employees can use E-Cycle Washington to recycle outdated or unwanted electronics. This free recycling program accepts […]
Next steps for AG-led Organized Retail Crime Task Force
With the recent transition of RILA’s VCI King County Pilot project to a newly formed public/private partnership with the Washington State office […]
Ecology proposes rule on PFAS use in consumer products
The Washington State Department of Ecology is proposing updates to Chapter 173-337 WAC, which would limit and require reporting on the use […]
Grand opening for new West Seattle Total Wine & More
On June 4, Total Wine & More opened its newest Seattle store. In just a few weeks’ time, the retailer transformed an […]
WR joins coalition urging temporary pause on state and local AI regulations
WR has joined a national coalition in supporting a 10-year moratorium on state and local regulations specific to artificial intelligence (AI). The […]
Governor Ferguson signs Public Safety Law
WR CEO, Renée Sunde, and WR Senior VP of Policy and Government Affairs, Mark Johnson, with Governor Ferguson at the signing of […]
Dick’s Sporting Goods invests in expanding youth sports access
Dick’s Sporting Goods, through its venture capital arm DSG Ventures, has taken a minority stake in Unrivaled Sports as part of a […]
Thurston County Chamber celebrates 120 years at Annual Meeting featuring Governor Bob Ferguson
Pictured: Governor Bob Ferguson speaks with WR member and Drees owner Ruthann Goularte, alongside WR staff The Thurston County Chamber of Commerce […]
Register now: 2025 PNWER Annual Summit in Bellevue
The 2025 Pacific NorthWest Economic Region (PNWER) Annual Summit will be held July 20–24 at the Hyatt Regency in Bellevue, WA. This […]