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Business Development – Washington State Department of Commerce Divisions Divisions Economic Development Housing Division Community Services Energy Division Local Government Programs Funding Current Opportunities Contractor Portal News Media Archive About About Executive Leadership Legislative Resources Standards and Policies Jobs at Commerce Contact Languages English Español ( Spanish ) العربية ( Arabic ) 简体中文 ( Chinese (Simplified) ) 繁體中文 ( Chinese (Traditional) ) 한국어 ( Korean ) ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ( Punjabi ) Русский ( Russian ) Soomaali ( Somali ) Українська ( Ukrainian ) Tiếng Việt ( Vietnamese ) 日本語 ( Japanese ) Skip to main content Business Development Learn more about Washington State as a place to start and run a business, invest and live. See what drives our economy, from the traditional to the cutting edge. Learn why Washington is setting the pace when it comes to economic growth, diversity and prosperity. ChooseWashingtonState.com Business recruitment, retention and expansion. We drive economic growth by building business organically and attracting new business investment into Washington state. Part of the Office of Economic Development and Competitiveness, we collaborate with decision makers and site selectors here in the U.S. and across the globe to cultivate business expansion and investment prospects, foster creative economic partnerships, remove roadblocks and bring new employment opportunities that strengthen communities throughout Washington. Business Recruitment and Site Selection Services Our team partners with businesses, site selectors, and economic development organizations worldwide to find opportunities for expansion, relocation, and new investments. Through customized services and interactive tools, we help businesses identify the ideal locations for their operations, with a focus on ensuring long-term success in Washington. We manage statewide Requests for Information (RFIs) and Proposals (RFPs), working closely with local partners to offer site options. Additionally, we assist businesses in navigating Washington’s financial incentives, including tax credits and grants, providing tailored tax analysis in collaboration with the Department of Revenue. Business Growth and Attraction Our strategy focuses on Washington’s strengths, our key industries, our demographics and data and a deep understanding of Washington’s greatest assets across our 39 counties. By attending targeted industry events and engaging with global investors, we actively promote the state’s competitive advantages to generate leads and foster partnerships. Washington is uniquely positioned as a hub for innovation, making it a prime location for businesses seeking growth opportunities in sustainable industries. Foreign Direct Investment Foreign investment contributes to Washington’s economic growth, by helping drive innovation, create jobs, and strengthen the state’s global competitiveness. Our focus is to attract international businesses looking