WR attends first annual Senate Republican Roast
Last week, the Policy and Government Affairs team had the pleasure of attending the first annual Senate Republican Campaign Committee Roast fundraiser. […]
WR Board meeting highlights strategic planning and legislative engagement
Group photo with Senator Matt Boehnke (R) 8th Legislative District. Led by WR’s President & CEO Renée Sunde, WR’s Board and senior […]
Senator Matt Boehnke named 2024 Retail Legislator of the Year by WR
WR is thrilled to honor Senator Matt Boehnke from District 8 – Tri-Cities as the 2024 Retail Legislator of the Year. This […]
WR partners with Challenge Seattle to tackle organized retail crime through newly formed partnership
We are excited to announce a significant new collaboration between Challenge Seattle Washington Retail Association (WR), Sound Cities Association, Bellevue Chamber and […]
WR joins Seattle City Auditor’s Office in Organized Retail Crime Audit presentation
Mark Johnson, WR’s Sr. Vice President of Policy and Government Affairs, recently presented crucial updates on the 2023 Organized Retail Crime (ORC) […]
Department of Ecology seeks producer feedback
The Department of Ecology (DOE) is seeking feedback from plastic producers regarding their experiences with the 2024 registration and reporting processes. This […]
Seattle Mayor invests $10M in youth mental health and violence prevention
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has announced a bold $10 million investment to combat youth violence and bolster mental health support. This comprehensive […]
WR nominee Blake Garfield, Bedrooms & More, named top 5 finalist for NRF’s America’s Retail Champions program
WR is thrilled to announce that Blake Garfield, owner of Bedrooms & More in Seattle, has been named one of the top […]
Celebrating Juneteenth
WR honors the resilience, strength, and enduring spirit of the Black community. June 19 marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and […]
DOE announces summer webinars on Safer Products for Washington
The Washington State Department of Ecology (DOE) announced updates on the Safer Products for Washington initiative, covering two major cycles. Legislative reports […]
Happy Father’s Day
At WR, we celebrate the incredible dads who inspire us every day. Your dedication, hard work, and love make a difference in […]
Seattle’s Delivery Pay Ordinance costs businesses $27M+ in lost revenue
Since January, Seattle businesses reliant on third-party delivery apps have faced over $27 million in lost revenue due to the city’s Delivery […]