Seattle Office of Economic Development

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

Join us on Thursday, October 24 for Black Tech Night: Art and Tech presented by Remitly! 🎨💻 Explore the intersection of art and technology with a panel discussion, connect with Seattle's vibrant Black tech and art communities, and shop from talented Black artists. Allies are welcome! Don't miss out on this epic evening of creativity and innovation. See you there! 🎟 Tickets: https://lnkd.in/guJMuU97 The Tech Night series is intended to create a space to gather and connect with our city’s tech community and allies. It’s bringing workers back Downtown. The Tech Night Series is a collaboration with SeaCiti, our producing partner, A Space Inside, and in partnership with several major tech companies. #BlackTechNight #SeattleArtAndTech #DowntownIsWorking

We’re hiring! 🎉 We are looking for a Community Development Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will lead initiatives to foster collaboration with our partners, craft inspiring district visions, and bring them to life through strategic action! This role offers the exciting chance to lead grant contracts, track project progress, and facilitate grant applications from start to finish. Join us in spearheading transformative change within our vibrant community districts. 📅 Applications are due on Tuesday, October 22 at 4 p.m. For more information and to apply: https://lnkd.in/guc82dcW #SeattleOED #SeattleEconomy #SeattleJobs

Exciting news for Seattle's music community! 🎶 The Seattle City Council passed groundbreaking legislation prioritizing parking for musicians and their crews at live music venues! 🚗🎸 The new law will support our vibrant music scene with Music Venue Zone Permits and designated "Music Venue Zones"! The permits create up to three spaces per venue and will allow for convenient parking and loading around the clock, every day of the week, while displaying a valid permit. 🅿🎵 The Music Venue Zones aims to support artists and their crews by making it easier for artists to perform and thrive, and to support music venues which will enhance our vibrant music scene and boost economic development. ✨ Proud to be part of this collaboration with the Seattle Department of Transportation and the Seattle Music Commission to transform the parking and loading experience for our city's venues and musicians! From feedback to action, the Music Venue Zone Permit program is a game-changer in supporting our music scene. Learn more about the legislation: https://lnkd.in/g9WDc-cb #SeattleMusicScene #MusicVenueZonePermit

Deadline extended! We relaunched the Request for Proposal process to find academic institutions to study the current state of Seattle’s cannabis industry. Our goal is to conduct an industry analysis and determine what professional development opportunities cannabis industry workers need. Proposals are now due on Friday, October 18 by 5 p.m. For more details and how to apply: https://lnkd.in/gt2VHsDu #SeattleEconomy

Mark your calendar! 📅 We are thrilled to join the Office of the Waterfront and Civic Projects in sharing that Overlook Walk will be opening to the public next Friday, October 4 at 4:30 - 7 p.m.! 🎉 Located where the Alaskan Way Viaduct once stood, this new elevated park will provide a direct pedestrian connection between Pike Place Market, Downtown, and the entire 20-acre Waterfront Park. 🌊🚶♂️ Overlook Walk is perfect for sightseeing with its elevated panoramic views, has ample space to relax with seating, landscaping and a covered area under a canopy, and even has a short slide and climbing wall for children to play. Its incredible 360-degree views out to Elliott Bay and Seattle’s Downtown skyline are certain to make it one of Seattle’s most visited and treasured locations. Join Friends of Waterfront Park for the opening event: https://lnkd.in/ghEK5Qki Learn more about the Overlook Walk: https://lnkd.in/gYCc3ZAd #OverlookWalk #DowntownIsVibrant #DowntownIsYou 📸: Tim Rice

IDA 2024 RECAP! From neighborhood tours to networking events, we had such an incredible experience at the International Downtown Associations’ 70th annual conference! We had the pleasure of connecting with place management professionals, including our BIA and neighborhood partners, urban enthusiasts, and innovative thinkers from around the globe. The theme of "Reimagining Downtown" sparked some amazing conversations and collaborations. Over 1,000 attendees came together to learn and collaborate while enjoying our beautiful city! Huge thanks to Downtown Seattle Association for hosting the conference in vibrant Downtown Seattle, and to our BIA partners for coordinating neighborhood tours and facilitating sessions. Head to our blog to check out our key takeaways and favorite highlights: https://lnkd.in/gK2a6enn Can't wait for next year's conference! #IDASEA24 #DowntownIsVibrant #DowntownIsYou

Small business owners, you’re invited to the Department of Enterprise Services Forum focused on increasing equitable access to state contracts. The session will focus on listening and learning from participants about their challenges in accessing state contracts, particularly for small, minority, and veteran-owned businesses. This will be an interactive one-to-two-hour session, with lunch provided. Qualified participants will receive a $100 stipend. 🗓 Monday, October 7 at 11 a.m. 📍 Urban League Entrepreneur Business Center To learn more about the forum or to RSVP, email: jada.daniels@fmsglobalstrategies.com

We're hiring! 🎉 We are looking to add a Commercial Real Estate and Affordability Advisor and a Seattle Restored Program Manager to our team! ⭐ Commercial real estate and affordability advisor: As the expert on our policy and program work, you'll be at the forefront of increasing occupancy and ownership of commercial space for historically underserved businesses. ⭐ Seattle Restored program manager: If you're passionate about making commercial spaces more affordable and accessible, and helping small businesses thrive, this role is for you! You’ll shape policies, incentives, and strategies to energize Seattle’s commercial corridors, while keeping racial equity at the forefront. Commercial real estate and affordability advisor: 📅 Applications are due on Tuesday, September 24 at 4 p.m. https://lnkd.in/g4ZDpEaB Seattle Restored program manager: 📅 Applications are due on Tuesday, October 1 at 4 p.m. https://lnkd.in/geVQB5xX #SeattleOED #SeattleEconomy #SeattleJobs