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Secretary of State Corporations and Charities Division [ [link removed] ]
*Who Sent this Notice?*

*Have you received a notice from the Corporations & Charities Division?*

Our office is receiving a high volume of callers who receive text messages and phone calls from third-party companies. Our website has a new Frequently Asked Questions topic dedicated to combating third-party notices.

For tips on how to verify the validity of the sender/notice, click here [ [link removed] ].

*How Notifications are Sent & When to Expect Them*

Our office currently sends notifications by email or postal mail. We will send notices to the email address on record for the Registered Agent and Principal Office. If an email address is not on record our office will send the notification by postal mail to the Registered Agent mailing address on record or the Principal Office mailing address if the Registered Agent had resigned.


* *Annual Report Due Date: *This is issued on the 1st of the month before the business entity?s anniversary month (generally 60 days before the expiration date)
* *Delinquency: *This is issued on the 1st of the month after the business entity?s expiration date if the annual report has not been filed. While the annual report may have been submitted it will not take effect until our office files it.
* *Administrative Dissolution: *This is issued to a domestic business entity 120 days past the expiration date, if the annual report has not been filed. These are issued on the 3rd of the month.
* *Statement of Termination: *This is issued to a foreign business entity 90 days past the expiration date, if the annual report has not been filed. These are issued on the 3rd of the month.

*Learn More* [ [link removed] ]






Washington state Department of Ecology [ [link removed] ]

Are you a Refrigerant Wholesaler, Distributor, or Reclaimer?

Most program participants will be required to register in the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Management Platform (RAMP).

Visit our website for program details, explore the step-by-step user guide, and watch the training video tutorials.? For questions, contact [email protected] <[email protected]>?

*Learn More* [ [link removed] ]






Washington state Department of Enterprise Services [ [link removed] ]
*How About Doing Business With the State?*

State agencies are actively seeking to spend money with small, diverse,?and veteran-owned Washington businesses*.*?

*What qualifies as a small, diverse, or veteran-owned business?*


* Small business means the primary location is in Washington state and the business has 50 or fewer employees or a gross annual revenue of less than $7 million.?
* Diverse businesses?are at least 51% owned by minorities, women, and other under-represented communities.
* Veteran-Owned businesses are incorporated in Washington and must be at least 51% owned by a veteran to qualify for certification.

*Learn more about state contracting:*


* Attend a free, virtual webinar:?State Contracting Opportunities & Open House. [ [link removed] ]
* Get tips for small, diverse, and veteran-owned businesses [ [link removed] ].
* Register in?Washington's Electronic Business Solution (WEBS) [ [link removed] ].

*Featured contracting opportunities:*


* _Flooring and Installation Services [ [link removed] ]_
* _Graffiti Removal Services [ [link removed] ]_
* _Security Guard Services [ [link removed] ]_
* _Temporary Medical Staffing Services [ [link removed] ]_

Stay informed and subscribe to the??monthly email bulletin for small, diverse and veteran-owned businesses [ [link removed] ].

*Learn More* [ [link removed] ]


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*Join DES In Person at Tabor 100!*

*We will have drop-in office hours at Tabor 100 the last Wednesday of every month to help you get started on doing business with the state.??*

Connect in person with the PIE Program to learn more about state goods and services contracting opportunities, get help with WEBS registration, and learn where to find technical assistance to bid on state contracts.????


* *Where:* Tabor 100, 7100 Fort Dent Way, Suite 100, Tukwila, WA 98188
* *When:* 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
* *Dates:?* May 29, June 26, July 31, Aug. 28, Sept. 25, Oct. 30





OMWBE [ [link removed] ]

Apply for Public Works Certification!

*Public Works Small Business Enterprise (PWSBE) Certification is live!* If you are seeking work on public works contracts, we encourage you to start your application now. An opt-in option is available for businesses that are currently certified with OMWBE.

"Public Works" refers to all work, construction, alteration, repair, or improvement paid for by state and local governments, public universities, and other public organizations. Public works projects include road construction, roof repair, HVAC upgrades, building remodeling, or parking meter installation.

*Learn More* [ [link removed] ]






Washington state Department of Labor and Industries Early Return to Work Consultation [ [link removed] ]
*Early Return to Work Consultation is Here to Help!*

Early Return to Work Consultation is a team of highly skilled professionals that can help employers build and implement a return-to-work program at their business. Services also include educating employers about L&I?s financial incentives programs, creating light duty opportunities, conducting ergonomic evaluations, and completing job analyses and job descriptions. ?

*Register for an upcoming webinar:*


* "Prepare for the Unexpected: How to Develop a Return to Work Culture [ [link removed] ]"

*Schedule a no-cost consultation:*


* "Build a Return to Work Plan for Your Business [ [link removed] ]"

*Learn More* [ [link removed] ]






OFFICE FOR REGULATORY INNOVATION & ASSISTANCE

Washington state Small Business Liaison Team [ [link removed] ]
Small Business Requirements & Resources

The Small Business Requirements & Resources (SBRR) are?*free workshops*?providing you with essential information and resources to help start and grow your business.

Outreach events are sponsored by the Small Business Liaison Team and hosted by local partners.



*Starting a Business in Washington ? Live Webinar*


* Thursday ? June 6, 2024 ? 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. ? Register Here [ [link removed] ]
* Wednesday ? August 7, 2024 ? 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. ? Register Here [ [link removed] ]

*Kent Chamber's 2024 Regional Business EXPO?*

Hosted by the Kent Chamber of Commerce ? See the EXPO flyer [ [link removed] ]?for more details.


* Thursday ? May 9, 2024 ? 3:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. ? Register [ [link removed] ] Here [ [link removed] ]
* Location: 625 W James St, Kent, WA 98032

*2024 Southeast Asian Small Biz Resource Fair*

Come learn from state agencies on how they can help you and your business get started. Materials will be available in Vietnamese and Khmer. See the Event Flyer [ [link removed] ] for details.


* Tuesday ? May 21, 2024 ? 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. ? Register Here [ [link removed] ]
* Location: Nisei Veterans Committee Memorial Hall (1212 S King St, Seattle WA 98144)

*Learn More* [ [link removed] ]


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Small Business Guide [ [link removed] ]
Small Business Guide

The Small Business Guide [ [link removed] ] is broken into six sections, based on your stage of business.? Whether you are starting your business, managing a new business, or expanding your business, you'll find valuable information and resources.

The business guide is readily accessible online, but it's also available in PDF, so you can have it as a printed reference manual.? The PDF is available English, Spanish, Russian, Korean, Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese, Samoan, Somali, Tagalog and two volumes in Braille Ready Format.?

Click here to download the guide in PDF format [ [link removed] ]







Thurston Region Transportation Options Survey

*Thurston County Businesses - Share Your Thoughts*

Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC) is asking for your thoughts about how they should approach mass transportation and economic development. Their initiatives help shape Thurston County mass transit, transportation infrastructure, and economic development.

TRPC needs your feedback, so they will know what the most important elements of the Commute Trip Reduction program are to those affected by the CTR law. Hearing from residents helps TRPC understand how people want to see transportation investments made in our communities.

*Thank you for your participation!*

*Take the Survey in English [ [link removed] ] *

*Take the Survey in Spanish [ [link removed] ]*

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? Training ? Events ? Webinars ? Workshops ?

* Women's Business Center? [ [link removed] ]
* SCORE [ [link removed] ]
* SBA [ [link removed] ]
* WSBDC [ [link removed] ]
* Dept. of Enterprise Services [ [link removed] ]?
* Dept. of Labor & Industries [ [link removed] ]
* Dept. of Revenue [ [link removed] ]
* Office of Minority's & Women's Business Enterprises [ [link removed] ]





Office for Regulatory Innovation and Assistance [ [link removed] ]






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