AWB Signs Fiscal Cliff Letter to Congress, President Obama
State chamber joins 200+ state, local chambers urging lawmakers to act quickly, address entitlements OLYMPIA — With just 46 days remaining in the 2012 calendar year, Congress must act soon…
Tax Changes for Small Business: Infographic
Please take a look at this infographic to find out about some of the changes to Tax Form 1055-K and how they can affect your small business.
Washington Drivers Getting Expensive Education Around Tolls: When Good to Go is Not Either
We’ve all heard of a growing number of toll horror stories – where the private companies contracted by our state government throw ration and reason out the door and make…
VPTax Launches Nationwide Expansion Strategy Offering Alternative to Traditional Corporate Tax Services
VPTax, specialists in corporate tax services for growth companies, is relaunching its business with a new name and a strategy for nationwide growth based on expansion from its Bay Area…
Water providers: Water available for next 50 years
Imagine it’s the year 2060. Growth has exploded. Industry is thriving. The region is booming and development is everywhere. But will there be water to sustain this growth? What will…
SBA Hosts Business Matchmaking to Link Small Businesses with Federal Contract Opportunities during National Small Business Week
The U.S. Small Business Administration will host a business matchmaking event allowing small businesses to discuss procurement opportunities with major corporations and federal agencies during National Small Business Week on…
SBA names Audrey L. Godwin, The Godwin Group Washington’s 2012 Financial Services Champion of the Year
In this down economy, some businesses are getting a hand up, thanks to Audrey L. Godwin. Since forming the Godwin Group in 2003, she has helped start-ups to multi-million dollar…
Home is Where the Bills Are – How You Can Help
Please watch this short video from my friend Tracy Corley Verinnovation. If we all work together to help solve this challenge, it will benefit everyone in the form of lower…
SBA Names Albert Shen, President of Shen Consulting Washington’s 2012 Minority Champion of the Year
The U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 2012 Washington state Minority Champion of the Year is Albert Shen, owner of Shen Consulting, Inc., a project planning, design, and construction management company.…
State invests nearly $153 million in public infrastructure projects
The Public Works Board recently announced the approval of $152,781,000 for 58 public infrastructure construction projects around the state. “In December 2011, Governor Gregoire adopted the Board’s recommended loan list…