Spring 2008 Small Business
Roundtable Series
A FREE roundtable meeting will be held on May 28th to discuss solutions to the challenges facing small businesses in Washington.
Hosted by:
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Governor’s Office of Regulatory Assistance
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Washington State Department of Revenue
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Department of Labor and Industries
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Employment Security Department
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Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development
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Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises
Achieving the economic vitality envisioned for the Next Washington depends on a healthy business environment for all. This is your chance to give input on keeping Washington Open for Business. We want to hear about what works and what doesn’t. Tell us what you think it takes to make Washington an easy and affordable place to do business. Specific question areas will include, but are not limited to:
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What are the agencies doing well?
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How can we make it easier to do business with us?
Who should attend:
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Business owners, business managers, or leaders of companies with under 20 employees.
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Businesses owned by women, ethnic, racial and other persons of color are encouraged to attend.
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Start-ups and sole proprietors looking to expand.
Why you should attend:
Your comments will be heard by agency leadership and business advocates and shared with the Governor.
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Priorities will be recommended for action
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Speak with agency leaders in an informal setting
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Network and share ideas with your peers
When and Where:
Wednesday, May 28, 2008, 7:30 – 11 a.m. Snohomish County Administration Building, Public Meeting Rooms 1 and 2 3000 Rockefeller Ave Everett, WA 98201
Tentative agenda:
7:30 – 7:50 a.m. Registration and informal networking with continental breakfast service
7:50 – 8:10 a.m. Welcome and introductions
8:10 – 10:30 a.m. Rotating small break-out sessions, followed by full group discussions
10:30 – 11:00 a.m. Q&A and closing remarks
Registration:
Space is limited, so register early. There is NO CHARGE to attend. To register now:
www.governor.wa.gov/roundtables/register.asp
Questions?
Call (360) 902-0883 or email
ora_registrations@gov.wa.gov
