Greater Seattle Partners

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Our definition of business isn't exactly common

Greater Seattle is a place where innovation is as ordinary as coffee, and ideas grow like rainforests. We're a region of trailblazers. We're a region of uncommon thinkers. Here, you can turn a napkin sketch into a global empire or revolutionize an entire industry from your basement.

Who we are

Welcome to Greater Seattle Partners, where innovation thrives and uncommon thinkers flourish.

As a dynamic public-private partnership, we spearhead initiatives to attract global businesses, facilitate cross-sectoral connections, streamline site selection processes, and nurture investment and trade opportunities. Our mission: to ensure every person in the region has an opportunity to prosper. Join us in shaping a future where uncommon thinkers are welcomed.

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We're dedicated to bringing great jobs and investment to the Greater Seattle region by accelerating the growth of key industry sectors and showcasing our innovative, sustainable way of life.

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Our blueprint for thriving startup ecosystems

Discover how Greater Seattle’s dynamic startup ecosystem is fueling the future - from cutting-edge AI and biotech to clean tech and aerospace. We highlight top startups, emerging founders, and their connections to investors, major employers and universities in the Cascadia region.

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Invest in Greater Seattle

Greater Seattle investors are the engine of regional prosperity. Their investment ensures our community’s future and supports opportunity for all. Together, we are building a globally recognized trade and investment attraction organization that sets a new standard for regional economic development.

Our Investors

International Leadership Mission to Germany

Join Greater Seattle Partners and the Seattle Metro Chamber for the 2025 International Leadership Mission to Munich, Berlin, and Hamburg, Germany. This trip connects regional leaders with global innovators to address local challenges and drive economic growth through new investments.
Germany, Europe’s largest economy, had a €4.121 trillion GDP in 2023, with strengths in automotive, chemicals, and machinery. As a top global trader, Germany ranked #11 in trade with Greater Seattle in 2024, contributing $210.5M in investments and 1,340 jobs over the past decade.

"Greater Seattle Partners plays a vital role in fostering equitable and inclusive economic development by bringing together education, industry and government to spur investment and job growth in our region. The UW is proud to be a founding partner as we work together to nurture a culture of innovation, collaboration and discovery leading to transformational impact here and around the world."

Ana Mari Cauce,

President of the University of Washington

"In an increasingly competitive, globalized world, we must collaborate with our public and private partners across the region to ensure Snohomish County is best positioned to achieve its economic potential. Greater Seattle Partners leverages the knowledge, experience, and connections from our local business and civic leaders to support business, attract investment, and expand our jobs base."

Dave Somers,

Snohomish County Executive

"The competitive reality is that other regions are pursuing the same companies and talent as Greater Seattle. For this region to be successful, it must aggressively promote job creation and economic growth. Greater Seattle Partners and its Regional Prosperity Plan will showcase Greater Seattle and the region’s assets to the world."

Holly Sullivan,

Vice President of Worldwide Economic Development, Amazon

Business Climate

Our region has led unprecedented growth in new technologies - including clean tech, the Cloud, artificial intelligence, creative economy, life sciences, maritime, advanced manufacturing, and commercial aerospace.

Pacific Northwest Ballet company dancers in Crystal Pite’s Emergence. Photo © Angela Sterling

News

Greater Seattle Economic Report 2024

The Greater Seattle region continues to thrive as a dynamic hub for innovation, attracting talent and investment from around the world. This annual economic report provides a comprehensive overview of the region’s economic performance, highlighting key trends and insights that shape our community. Greater Seattle’s unique blend of natural beauty, a thriving tech sector, and...

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VishwaGuru Infotech Expands to Greater Seattle, Strengthening U.S. & India Innovation Ties

Greater Seattle Partners (GSP) is pleased to welcome VishwaGuru Infotech Pvt. Ltd., a fast-growing enterprise IT solutions provider from Pune, India, as the newest international investor in the Greater Seattle region through the SelectUSA Seattle Spinoff Program. With a planned investment of $10 million over the next 1 – 3 years, VishwaGuru Infotech will establish...

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