Events
be part of the conversation.
be part of the solution.
Aug. 25
-Dec. 15
housing forum
Virtual Fall Series
AWB is once again partnering with organizations from across
the state to discuss the issue of housing availability and
affordability in Washington. Engage with a variety of housing
industry stakeholders to foster collaborative action and
build mutually beneficial solutions to address the workforce
housing shortage. This five-session virtual series is ideal for
community developers, government agencies, cities, ports,
chambers of commerce and housing-industry organizations.
Be part of the conversation on homelessness and housing
affordability, housing policies, 2020 legislative review and
2021 previews…and much more. Tickets for a single session
are $15 ($10 for an elected official).
Sept. 14-16
policy summit
Virtual Event
Make plans now to join this dynamic event from the comfort
of your office. The Policy Summit is moving online this year
and will feature expert panels engaging on trade policy, small
business leadership, entrepreneurship and much more.
Dynamic keynote speakers including Paul Ryan (Speaker
of the U.S. House of Representatives, 2015-2019), Heidi
Heitkamp (former U.S. Senator from North Dakota), Amy
Walter (National Editor of the Cook Political Report and
Host of WNYC’s The Takeaway Fridays) and Reshma
Saujani (Founder & CEO of Girls Who Code, author) will
deliver content to help your company thrive within the
broader economy.
Nov. 19
evening of excellence
Location TBD
Washington is full of inspirational businesses, which
individually make a positive difference to their employers and
in their communities and collectively create prosperity for
all. At the fifth-annual Evening of Excellence gala, advocates
and business leaders will join AWB to highlight outstanding
organizations working to improve our economy and quality
of life in Washington. This event has become a favorite
among the business community, providing a formal chance
to celebrate their associate’s accomplishments and network
with peers. It is AWB’s privilege to honor the outstanding
private employers who make an impact and call the Pacific
Northwest home.
Evening of Excellence
summer 2020
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