Target achieved over 1 million volunteer hours in 2023
Target’s commitment to enriching communities was exemplified in 2023 through an impressive milestone: over 1 million volunteer hours. Driven by their purpose […]
Gap sees strong sales growth under new leadership
Gap Inc. has posted a notable quarterly sales increase, indicating that new CEO Richard Dickson’s strategies may be beginning to yield results. […]
Sephora: Balancing global vision with local execution
Sephora, the world’s largest prestige beauty retailer, masterfully balances its global reach with local relevance. Led by three pioneering female presidents—Artemis Patrick […]
Seattle Police Chief resigns
After four years on the job (including two as acting Chief), Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz has resigned as chief, replaced on […]
Washington State tops WalletHub’s 2024 economic rankings
In a recent study by WalletHub, Washington State emerged as the top state for economic performance in 2024. The analysis evaluated all […]
Father’s Day spending to reach $22.4 billion
Father’s Day spending is projected to hit $22.4 billion this year, marking the second highest in the history of the National Retail […]
I-2066 Stop the Gas Ban Initiative: Signature collection launched
The landscape of energy usage and regulation is a topic of ongoing discussion and debate in Washington state. One initiative that has […]
Letter to the editor supports Mayor Harrell’s public safety initiatives
In the Sunday, June 2, 2024, edition of the Seattle Times, a letter penned by WR Board Member and local Seattle business […]
Mayor Harrell unveils crime prevention technology pilot
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has announced the next steps in the Crime Prevention Technology pilot, part of the broader One Seattle Safety […]
Help us celebrate I-2113 Restoring Reasonable Police Pursuit!
Let’s celebrate the passing of I-2113: Restoring Reasonable, Safe, Police Pursuits, which becomes law on June 6th! Join us for a rally […]
2024 Legislative Law Review released to WR members
WR has finalized and distributed its 2024 Legislative Law Review to all dues-paying members. This comprehensive 45-page guide, produced after each session, […]
Celebrating Bruce Nordstrom: A Retail Icon
WR celebrates Bruce Nordstrom, whose visionary leadership propelled Nordstrom from a family shoe store to a retail giant. Bruce’s passion for retail, […]