WR issues statement in support of Seattle City Attorney, City Council’s move to improve public safety
Ordinance allowing for license plate readers approved by Council; City Attorney Ann Davison’s policy to that would enact greater consequences for street […]
AG Ferguson announces members of newly formed AI Task Force
Attorney General Bob Ferguson has announced the formation of an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Task Force in the Attorney General’s Office, with notable […]
Ensuring reasonable lead limits in cosmetics
WR, in collaboration with The Personal Care Products Council, spearheaded an urgent initiative earlier this month. In light of a 2023 legislative […]
WR presents on retail crime at the Association of Washington Cities Conference
WR presented on a panel addressing “Retail Crime: Current Challenges and Strategies to Address the Problem” at the annual Association of Washington […]
Join the Washington State Organized Retail Crime Task Force meeting July 17
The Office of the Attorney General has announced the sixth Washington State Organized Retail Crime Task Force meeting, set for Wednesday, July […]
Independence Day 2024 spending set to boom
As Independence Day approaches, a significant majority of consumers are gearing up for celebrations, with 87% planning to partake in festivities. According […]
Retail sales show positive growth in May
The latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveals that retail sales experienced a modest growth in May, indicating a stable and […]
Revitalizing downtown Seattle: Pacific Place leads retail recovery
Downtown Seattle’s retail scene is on the brink of a vibrant revival, with Pacific Place set to spearhead this exciting transformation. Once […]
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 […]