Greater Seattle Partners

Uncommon

Thinkers

Welcome to Greater Seattle

Travel Agents
Achievers
Leaders
Thinkers
Homemakers
People Finders
Game Changers
Alchemists
Inventors
Innovators

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. Here, we don't just think outside the box - we're developing a new box. We're a place where 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.

Resources

Site Location

For International Business

For Local Business

Here Innovation and Sustainability are on the same plane

In the heart of the Pacific Northwest, a dynamic ecosystem fuels industries from aerospace to AI, fostering a harmonious blend of corporate giants and pioneering startups. Greater Seattle's commitment to sustainability interconnects our key industry sectors shaping an economy that innovates and preserves our planet for future generations.

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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.

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"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, life sciences, maritime, advanced manufacturing, and commercial aerospace.

News

From India to Seattle: A Cultural Confluence of Tradition and Innovation

A Growing Indian Diaspora Enriching Greater Seattle Greater Seattle is a vibrant and diverse region, enriched by the significant presence and contributions of the international community. With a 47% increase in the immigrant population in Seattle between 2000-2020, the Indian diaspora has found a particularly strong presence in the region, contributing to its cultural richness,...

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Promoting Sustainable Aviation in the Greater Seattle Region at the Farnborough International Air Show

Greater Seattle Partners joined over 60 delegates from Washington State (the largest delegation ever!) at the Farnborough International Air Show July 22-26, 2024. Our team engaged in one-on-one meetings with 15 international aerospace companies, where we actively promoted the Greater Seattle region as a leading hub for aerospace, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing, with a...

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