Celebrating the Gemütlichkeit Spirit and Germany’s Evergreen Influence in Greater Seattle

Celebrating the Gemütlichkeit Spirit and Germany’s Evergreen Influence in Greater Seattle

Every Fall, Washingtonians flock to celebrate the 1810 marriage of the Crown Prince of Bavaria (who later became King Louis I) to Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen. Today we call it Oktoberfest, but 200 years ago the name hadn’t caught on yet. Whether it’s a weekend away in Leavenworth to embrace the gemütlichkeit spirit—a term that…

Greater Seattle Partners Announces Promotion of Dr. Victoria DePalma to Research Director

Greater Seattle Partners Announces Promotion of Dr. Victoria DePalma to Research Director

Greater Seattle Partners is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Victoria DePalma from Research Manager to Research Director. In her new role, Victoria will develop and lead GSP’s research strategy as the organization positions itself to be a leading and trusted resource for the region. Victoria joined GSP in March 2024 and was instrumental…

Plug and Play Expands to Greater Seattle, Bringing $40M Investment to Regional Startups

Plug and Play Expands to Greater Seattle, Bringing $40M Investment to Regional Startups

Greater Seattle continues to attract global innovation leaders, with Silicon Valley-based Plug and Play launching two new accelerator programs in the region. In partnership with SBI Holdings and SNBL, Plug and Play is establishing its first presence in Greater Seattle, further strengthening the area’s startup ecosystem. The expansion includes two new offices at the SNBL…

Greater Seattle Partners Launches Cohort 3 of the Greater Seattle Export Accelerator Program

Greater Seattle Partners Launches Cohort 3 of the Greater Seattle Export Accelerator Program

The region’s custom export training program provides expert-led assessments and one-on-one mentorship to help small businesses expand into global markets. Greater Seattle Partners (GSP) announces the launch of Cohort 3 of the Greater Seattle Export Accelerator (GSEA), the region’s customized export training program providing expert evaluations and tailored strategies. Fifteen innovative companies from King, Pierce,…

Greater Seattle Partners at SelectUSA engaging with Marine Innovation

Marine Innovation, South Korean Green Material Technology Solution Expands to Greater Seattle 

Marine Innovation, a South Korean material innovation company specializing in producing sustainable packaging solutions (to-go containers, industrial  packing container), is expanding its operations to Greater Seattle as part of its U.S. growth strategy. The company is establishing its presence at K-Startup Center Seattle, located in the heart of one of the nation’s most sustainable and…

Jack Pedlow promoted to Economic Development Manager

Greater Seattle Partners Announces Promotion of Jack Pedlow to Economic Development Manager 

Seattle, WA (January 30, 2025) – Greater Seattle Partners (GSP) is pleased to announce the promotion of Jack Pedlow to the position of Economic Development Manager.  Pedlow joined GSP in July 2021 as a Research Analyst and has steadily advanced within the organization, having been promoted to Economic Development Project Manager in January 2024. In…

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

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,…

Robert Payne Talking to Dr. Andrea Ahern, ClimateHtech SAF Lead at Catagen

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…

Apgreen Korean Startup expanding to Seattle
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APGREEN Opens U.S. Office in Seattle, Pioneering Sustainable Hydrogen Solutions

Seattle, WA (August 6, 2024), APGREEN Inc., a South Korea-based startup specializing in sustainable solutions for clean hydrogen production, today announced its new U.S. office location in Seattle. This move marks a significant milestone in the company’s expansion into the American hydrogen market, underscoring its commitment to advancing eco-friendly hydrogen energy technologies. APGREEN Hydrogen solutions…

Bloomberg Green Festival

Bloomberg Green Festival

Bloomberg Green Festival Greater Seattle Partner is a proud partner of Bloomberg Green Festival. On July 10-13, 2024, this Seattle, WA pioneering event will bring together global thought leaders to highlight the latest breakthroughs in clean technology and renewable energy, propelling the green economy forward and fostering a sustainable future for everyone. The world needs…

Electrical truck charging cleantech in Seattle Chargepoly
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Cleantech Company Chargepoly Expands U.S. Office to Kirkland, WA, Growing New Jobs and Investment

Seattle, WA (June 20, 2024), Chargepoly, a French-based cleantech company specializing in design, development, and operation of ultra-fast charging stations for electric vehicles is expanding to Kirkland, WA with a lease of 3,500 sq feet facility for manufacturing, assembly, R&D, and distribution. They are pursuing an ambitious goal of hiring 30 people by 2027 and…

Korean clean energy battery manufacturer CTNS Co., Ltd. is expanding to Seattle, WA
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Korean clean energy battery manufacturer CTNS Co., Ltd. is expanding to Seattle, Washington 

CTNS Co., Ltd. continues to create a sustainable world by manufacturing battery packs and safety control system technologies to support its U.S. demand.  Seattle, Wash./ Changwon, Republic of Korea (April 15, 2024) – Greater Seattle Partners and CTNS Co., Ltd. today announced that the clean energy secondary battery innovation startup is expanding its manufacturing operations…