Seattle Office of Economic Development

The Washington State Music Census is here, and it’s your chance to show the value of music in our state. Whether you’re a musician, educator, venue owner, or industry pro, your voice matters! 🎶 Your input helps get more funding, support, and opportunities for music in Washington. Take the survey, share the link, and help us make a difference! 🗓️ Deadline: January 31, 2025 👉 Take the survey: https://lnkd.in/eHW5RR8d This survey is brought to you by the Washington Nightlife and Music Association, Washington State Department of Commerce, Seattle Office of Economic Development, and King County Creative. #WashingtonMusicCensus #WashingtonMusic

Discover how our Business Community Ownership Fund is breaking barriers and empowering small businesses owned by people of color, immigrants, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals. This first-in-the-nation program keeps businesses rooted in their neighborhoods by securing affordable leases and preventing displacement. With success stories like Marjorie restaurant's reopening and La Union Studio’s new design space, this model is reshaping local economies. The BCO Fund is a collaboration between the Seattle Office of Economic Development and Grow America (formerly NDC) with support from JPMorganChase.   Read the full article to see how it’s fostering growth and equity. https://lnkd.in/gscT8-W7   #BusinessCommunityOwnershipFund #BCOFund #SeattleSmallBusinesses #SeattleOED

Seattle Restored pop-up applications are now open! 🎉 Looking to bring your small business idea to life? This is your chance to test out your business concept in a fully furnished space in Downtown Seattle! 🗓️ Applications close on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at 8 p.m. 💻 Register for our virtual info session happening Monday, December 9, 2024. For more details and to apply, visit: seattlerestored.org/apply —- Seattle Restored matches small business owners and artists with vacant commercial storefronts to host pop-up shops and art installations. This helps start or accelerate their business ventures while creating a unique Downtown retail experience. Seattle Restored is a partnership between the Seattle Office of Economic Development, Seattle Good Business Network, and Shunpike. #SeattleRestored #SmallBusiness #DowntownIsVibrant

Mayor Bruce Harrell announced the Downtown Activation Team, a new initiative aimed at revitalizing Downtown. The team has already demonstrated promising results with notable reductions in crime and emergency calls. "As we continue our work to bring more people back Downtown through the Downtown Activation Plan, the importance of feeling safe and being safe tops the list for everyone we talk to," said Director Markham McIntyre. By bringing together emergency services, community investments, and support programs, we're building a stronger and more welcoming Seattle. 🏙️✨ Learn more about the executive order: https://lnkd.in/gTNEn6Av #DowntownActivationTeam #DowntownIsYou #OneSeattle 

We’re excited to announce the creation of the Manufacturing Maritime Industrial Association. Now they're searching for the inaugural executive director! This role will be crucial in shaping the vision, fostering industry collaboration, and driving growth. If you're passionate about manufacturing and maritime industries and have leadership experience, they want to hear from you! The MMIA is an OED funded organization, established under the guidance and direction of the Mayor's Industrial and Maritime Strategy Advisory Council. Deadline to apply is Sunday, December 1 at 11:59 p.m. More details and application: https://lnkd.in/g5Vbq8sE #MaritimeIndustry #ManufacturingIndustry #SeattleJobs

Give it up for our Seattle Restored long-term lease cohort! 🎉 Eleven businesses successfully transitioned from pop-ups to longer-term leases with the guidance and support from our ABC consultants. They had access to a comprehensive range of consulting services and were part of a peer community. We launched this pilot program to assess the effectiveness of our consulting services, identify essential support needed during critical business growth phases, and contribute to revitalizing the vibrancy of Downtown Seattle. 🏙️ Thank you to our Seattle Restored partners, Seattle Good Business Network and Shunpike, and our ABC consultants who collaborated with business owners on creative solutions for their future planning. And a huge thank you to the business owners for their valuable feedback and participation in this cohort. 🌟 Anyoung Super Daily Ritual Market A Space Inside Mixed Pantry Olu Productions Punk Rock Flea Market Seattle River Seattle Self-Made Couture TASWIRA The Fishbowl The Works Seattle #SeattleRestored #SmallBusiness #DowntownIsVibrant

🎶 Exciting news for Seattle's music community! 🎸 Mayor Harrell signed a new law that helps musicians and venues with easier parking and loading. 🅿️🚗 The Music Venue Zone Permit creates special zones for parking and loading, making it super easy for artists to set up and rock the stage! 🎤 This is part of the Downtown Activation Plan, making our city even more vibrant by bringing people together through music. More concerts, more fun, and more life in our neighborhoods! Let's keep the music alive and thriving in Seattle! 🌟 We worked with the Seattle Department of Transportation and the Seattle Music Commission to turn feedback into action. This program is paving the way for a brighter future in our music scene, helping it flourish and thrive! Read more about this legislation: https://lnkd.in/gW5n7bN3 #DowntownIsVibrant #SeattleMusicScene #MusicVenueZonePermit

Let's build a future where Seattle's Downtown is not just a destination but a dynamic, living neighborhood!   Mayor Bruce Harrell took bold steps to boost Seattle's economy by signing new legislation that streamlines the design review process for Downtown projects! 🏙️🎉   This new bill makes things run smoother and quicker, reducing development time and costs. It means more housing and job opportunities in Downtown neighborhoods, strengthening our city's heart and supporting economic growth now and in the future. 🏠💜   As part of the Downtown Activation Plan, this legislation supports making Downtown into a lively and welcoming community.   Learn more about how these changes will shape Downtown: https://lnkd.in/grY6zjq4   #DowntownActivationPlan #DowntownIsLively #EconomicDevelopment

We’re hiring! 🎉 We are looking for a Communications Director to join our team. In this role, you will guide external communications, crafting clear and compelling messages that resonate with our stakeholders. Internally, you will partner with leadership to ensure transparency and collaboration within the team. Additionally, you will lead and mentor our communications team, overseeing the execution of key initiatives that drive departmental success. If you're a creative thinker with a passion for storytelling, this is the role for you! 📅 Applications are due on Tuesday, November 5 at 4 p.m. For more information and to apply: https://lnkd.in/gKK9sFUj #SeattleOED #SeattleEconomy #SeattleJobs

We are thrilled to announce the return of Marjorie! 🎉 Originally opened in 2003, owner Donna Moodie named Marjorie restaurant in homage to her mother. It quickly became a Seattle favorite, however, due in part to impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, Marjorie closed their doors in 2023. Through investments from the BCO Fund, Donna is bringing back her beloved restaurant to Seattle’s Central District with a fresh new concept while keeping the same dedication to community. ✨ The BCO Fund is a model that empowers business owners with long-term control and ownership of their spaces, providing stability in our city’s ever-changing landscape. The BCO Fund is a collaboration between the Seattle Office of Economic Development and Grow America (formerly NDC) with support from JPMorganChase. Read more about the return of Marjorie and the BCO Fund at our blog: https://lnkd.in/g3h4GgBj #BusinessCommunityOwnershipFund #BCOFund #SeattleSmallBusinesses #SeattleOED