Port of Everett recognized with 2025 ‘Opportunity Lives Here Award’

On Tuesday, April 22, the Port of Everett was recognized for its multi-faceted and innovative efforts to drive economic development in Snohomish County and beyond with Economic Alliance Snohomish County’s 2025 “Opportunity Lives Here” Award. The Opportunity Lives Here Award recognizes Snohomish County organizations that bring innovation and create opportunities locally and regionally. The Economic […]
Public invited to 2025 Economic Forecast Coffee Chat

EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) is pleased to announce its upcoming Coffee Chat, “2025 Economic Forecast,” scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 25, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. PST. This virtual event will provide an in-depth analysis of economic trends affecting the North Puget Sound region. The session will feature insights from Christina Prkic, Vice President and Regional […]
EASC meets with Sports Commission to prepare for 2026 FIFA World Cup

EVERETT—The Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) held an interactive planning session in collaboration with the Snohomish County Sports Commission on Tuesday, January 21, to discuss how to maximize economic and community benefits during the 2026 FIFA World Cup – which will take place next year from June 11 through July 19. Seattle, and its surrounding […]
Seattle FIFA World Cup announces Everett as Fan Zone partner

EVERETT—The city of Everett named one of nine official Fan Zone partners in Washington state for the upcoming 2026 Seattle FIFA World Cup! The announcement was made by the Seattle FIFA World Cup 26™ Local Organizing Committee (SeattleFWC26) at Lumen Field in Seattle. The nine Fan Zones will be in addition to the Seattle Fan Celebration […]
Snohomish County FIFA 2026 Ready Meeting scheduled for Jan 21

EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC), in collaboration with the Snohomish County Sports Commission, is hosting the Snohomish County FIFA 2026 Ready Meeting on Tuesday, January 21, to prepare the region for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026. The virtual event will bring together key stakeholders to discuss strategies for maximizing the economic and community impact […]
Snohomish County state lawmakers talk 2025 legislative priorities

EVERETT—Under the theme “One County, One Voice,” Representative Mary Fosse (D-Everett) moderated a bipartisan forum hosted by the Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) on December 5 at Elks Lodge in Everett where panelists discussed housing affordability, behavioral health, childcare, economic development and labor force, transportation, infrastructure, and public safety. With Washington state facing a projected […]
EASC Announces Ray Stephanson as New Interim Executive Director and CEO

EVERETT — Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) yesterday announced Former Everett Mayor and EASC founding member Ray Stephanson has been appointed as Interim Executive Director and CEO, effective Dec. 2, 2024. Wendy Poischbeg, the current interim president and CEO, will assist with the transition before taking on a new role leading efforts to reestablish the Greater […]
Public invited to 2025 Legislative Kickoff: “One County, One Voice”

EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) will host the Legislative Kickoff on Thursday, December 5, 2024, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Elks Lodge #479 in Everett. Presented by Boeing and Republic Services, this annual event connects local business leaders and elected officials to advocate for policies that drive economic success in Snohomish County. Under […]
WA APEX Accelerator celebrates assisting 2,500 small businesses win government contracts

LACEY—On Wednesday, October 9, Washington APEX Accelerator celebrated the success of 2,500 small businesses that have leveraged APEX Accelerator’s training and technical assistance to successfully compete for and win $549 million in federal, state, and local government contracts and subcontracts in 2023 alone. The program celebrated by calling on all business owners who have benefited […]
Economic Alliance Snohomish County commences new CEO search

EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) has launched a search for a new chief executive officer to spearhead its mission of fostering a globally competitive economy in Snohomish County. Since 2011, EASC has been the unified voice for the county’s diverse business community, working to bolster regional business and deep community connections. EASC is the nexus […]