Next Steps
Next Steps
It is imperative that state and federal officials foster a regulatory environment that supports small business growth so Washington can continue to be a global leader in innovation, business development and job growth. AWB will continue to work with its partners to advocate for business-friendly policies that encourage innovation and job growth including:
• Supporting a regulatory environment that provides opportunities for new business, for existing businesses to grow and for job growth and career opportunities for our citizens.
“ Many qualified people left our field during the recession and supplies of qualified personnel are smaller. We’ ve had to reach out of state to get people.”
— Ellensburg Business Owner
• Working with the state’ s workforce and education system to foster partnerships with business and enable the system to develop a workforce with skills that are in demand by business.
• Working with state and federal officials to enact rules and regulations that ensure health care is affordable and accessible to all.