Business Directory and Resources

Washington Resources - A compilation of helpful links and contact information for Washington State inquiries.

ChooseWashington - Using the Web site, people can quickly identify optimal locations for their businesses by searching communities and available property, creating market analysis reports, and identifying geographic advantages of doing business in Washington through interactive online mapping.

Compliance Guide
Connect to a list of regulations, a brief explanation of each regulation, and useful links for complying based on number of employees.

JobMakers.com - An informational web site that examines bills, initiatives, referenda and other measures under consideration by the governor, legislature and voters in Washington state.

Washington State Chamber of Commerce Directory - AWB has compiled a listing of Chambers of Commerce throughout Washington State with links to each organization's site.

Washington State Associations Directory - A comprehensive list of associations throughout Washington state, with links to each site.

Washington Manufacturing Service (WMS)
The Washington State center for the Federal Manufacturing Extension Partnership Extension Program. WMS operates as a nonprofit consulting company that provides fee for service consulting in business management, manufacturing process and technology to small and midsize manufacturing companies.

Publications - Check out AWB's great library of helpful information. These guides and reports can be a valuable resources for your business!

Ready.Gov - Emergency preparedness guidance from the US Department of Homeland Security, lists and explains specific threats and response. The Ready Campaign is designed to educate and empower Americans to prepare for and respond to emergencies, including natural disasters and potential terrorist attacks.

Small Business Section - Department of Financial Institution ("DFI") - If you need to raise capital for your business and you are contemplating a securities offering in the state of Washington, you should be aware that the Securities Division of the Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) regulates the offers and sales of securities. You can access a wealth of information on raising capital from the Small Business Section of the Division's website. Or, you may contact Patty Loutherback at (360)902-8736 to arrange a meeting in our offices.

U.S. Small Business Administration - Has information on everything from the SBA's loan program and how it works to explanations of government contracting. Visitors can search for an SBA employee by name or get a list of current events. The site also provides links to other government sites of interest to businesses.

Vote for Business
A number of state legislative and Congressional seats are up for grabs this year, and your vote could make all the difference. Register to vote and learn about the candidates on our special election Web site.

Washington Business Week - A week-long program offered five times each summer to high school students and educators K-12. Participants are introduced to basic economic and business concepts, environmental issues, critical thinking skills and the concept of teamwork. They are completely immersed in discussions, role playing exercises, lectures, computer simulations and work groups which present a fair and balanced picture of the private enterprise system.

Washington Research Council - This organization "examines how public policy issues will affect business, government, and the community. Research is based on facts from reliable data sources and informed by economic analysis with an appreciation of the power of free markets."

Washington Roundtable - The Washington Roundtable was formed in 1983 as a vehicle for corporate leaders to contribute to our state with the hope of making it a better place to live and do business.

Washington State Government and Business - Part of the Access Washington network, this resource guide helps businesses find the information and services they need to conduct business in and with the state.

Worldwide Chambers of Commerce Directory
Chamberfind.com is dedicated to the promotion of Chamber of Commerce's throughout the United States, World and the member companies who support them.