Ferguson invests in Snohomish County to make it the ‘Quantum Valley’ of the West
BOTHELL—Governor Bob Ferguson directed $500,000 from the Governor’s Economic Development Strategic Reserve Fund to support the expansion of IonQ’s quantum computing manufacturing facility in Bothell. The announcement came on World Quantum Day, April 14. “Washington has always been a pioneer of new technology. Quantum is the future and it’s being built here,” Governor Ferguson wrote […]
EASC Coffee Chat on County’s new Climate Resiliency Plan draft to commence on April 7
EVERETT — Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) will host an upcoming Coffee Chats session titled, Preparing for What’s Next — Snohomish County’s Communitywide Climate Resiliency Plan, offering regional leaders, employers and community partners an opportunity to learn about Snohomish County’s draft climate resiliency strategy and its role in regional planning efforts. Snohomish County has developed […]
Tax Tips, Contracts and Alternative Financing: 2026 Business Builder Expo Delivered
LYNNWOOD—Hundreds attended this year’s Business Builder Expo Resource Fair hosted by the Economic Alliance of Snohomish County, featuring over 60 business resource organizations and service providers at the Lynnwood Event Center. The full-day event on Tuesday ran from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., bringing together entrepreneurs, lenders, advisors, and industry experts for activities focused on […]
Get you Tickets: EASC Annual Meeting, Economic Forecast, and Snohomish County Awards, April 14
EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) is pleased to announce the EASC Annual Meeting & Snohomish County Awards will take place on April 14, 2026, at the Tulalip Resort Casino. The event highlights EASC’s accomplishments over the past year, showcasing initiatives that support startups, connect businesses to government contracting opportunities, strengthen workforce development, and foster […]
ECHO Tour Returns to Everett Community College
EVERETT — Snohomish STEM Network announces the return of ECHO Tour℠ to Everett Community College on Tuesday, March 24 and Wednesday, March 25, connecting high school students with real-world healthcare career pathways. More than 200 students from 10 Snohomish County high schools are expected to participate. Students will engage directly with healthcare professionals and […]
2026 Legislative Wrap-Up Featuring Liias, Low, and Wagoner on March 17
EVERETT — Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) will host a virtual 2026 Legislative Wrap-Up on Tuesday, March 17 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., bringing together state lawmakers to discuss key outcomes from the recently concluded Washington State Legislative Session and what they mean for the region’s economy and communities. Part of EASC’s Coffee Chats series, […]
Unlock Small Business Success at Business Builder Expo
LYNNWOOD—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC), in partnership with the Washington Small Business Development Center (SBDC), will host the Business Builder Expo, the premier event in the North Puget Sound for entrepreneurs looking to kickstart, scale, or grow their businesses. Presented by the City of Lynnwood, and in partnership with The District – Lynnwood, US Bank, […]
Upcoming Healthcare Summit to address Workforce and Policy Challenges in Snohomish County
EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC), in collaboration with the Future Workforce Alliance of Snohomish County, will host this year’s annual Healthcare Summit on September 24, connecting the community to leaders in the county’s healthcare industry. Presented by Optum, Kaiser Permanente and Premera Blue Cross, in partnership with North Sound Media, this event presents attendees the […]
Annual Port Report Coming to Everett Waterfront on July 16
EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County will host its annual Port Report on July 16 in Everett. Presented in partnership with the Tulalip Tribes, Herald Media, North Sound Media, The Boeing Company and Snohomish County PUD, the event will feature an update from the Port of Everett on its economic impact and current projects. As a major […]
New Sound Transit CEO Dow Constantine looks to the future
On Thursday, March 27, the Sound Transit Board of Directors voted 15-0 to confirm board member and longtime King County Executive Dow Constantine as the new CEO of Sound Transit. “Dow, you just got hired!” shouted transit advocate Joe Kunzler, fist-bumping Constantine as he strode through Union Station’s Ruth Fisher Board Room to accept his […]
