“I saw that customers, specifically women and LGBTQ folks, were being taken advantage of, and I just found the industry to be pretty broken.” -Eli Allison, Founder of Repair Revolution …
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The Office of Economic Development (OED), Comcast and Kay Tita launched the new Digital Sales Access Program (DSAP) to support Seattle’s small businesses most impacted by COVID-19 and the digital divide. Addressing the digital divide by removing digital access …
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OED and the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle have partnered to connect Black-owned small businesses with local high school students to develop the online infrastructure needed to improve one’s online presence, marketing, …
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For the past year, SDOT has issued free permits to local businesses to allow outdoor cafes, retail displays, and vending trucks and carts on our streets and sidewalks. Participating businesses …
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After careful deliberations, the City of Seattle’s Industrial and Maritime Strategy Council has developed 11 strategies to support the next generation of industrial and maritime jobs. The group’s recommendations aim …
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As state and county funds for rental assistance are distributed in the coming weeks, Mayor Jenny A. Durkan announced that she is extending the residential and commercial eviction moratoria through September 30, 2021, through Executive Order 2021-06. The order will also modify additional COVID-related …
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The SODO BIA takes a break during this period to rest and relax to start the new year refreshed and ready to serve. Due to this and due to the …
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Dear SODO Business Owners – Governor Jay Inslee issued new statewide restrictions on social gatherings and businesses in response to the surge of COVID-19 across Washington state. Seattle was the initial epicenter of …
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Story: Jim Meyers By now, you may have heard that there is a pandemic shaking the world to its foundations. As you are also likely aware, we …
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Dear SODO Businesses,The SODO BIA continue to closely track the impacts of COVID-19. As we navigate this difficult time we will continue to share resources, news, and services that you may find helpful. We understand …
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