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WA BizFair at Pierce College in Puyallup, Saturday, September 19, 2026, register at www.bizfair.wa.gov [ [link removed] ]
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We Invite You To Join Us For BizFair 2026!

Washington State's Largest FREE Resource Fair

This year’s event is packed with opportunities to connect, learn, and grow your business. 


* *Network* with fellow business owners.
* *Meet* representatives from state, local, and federal agencies.
* *Explore* business banking programs.
* *Discover* free resources in our exhibition hall.

You’ll also have access to expert-led workshops on a wide range of business topics, all designed to help you succeed.

*Don't miss this chance* to gain valuable tools, build connections, and meet experts ready to help your business thrive.

*Event Details:*


* September 19th, 2026  |  9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
* Pierce College - Puyallup Campus, 1601 39th Ave SE, Puyallup, WA
* Register now at bizfair.wa.gov [ [link removed] ].





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$4.5 Million for Rural Healthcare: WSAC Grant Announced

The Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC) has been awarded a $2,264,970 federal grant to help qualified healthcare providers pay off their student loans in exchange for working in rural and underserved areas of our state. Washington will match this funding, bringing the total to $4.5 million in three years.

*What this means for your small business:* Improving healthcare access in rural and underserved communities helps strengthen the local workforce, supports economic development, and make it easier to recruit healthcare talent to your area.

*Read the full media release on wsac.wa.gov [ [link removed] ].*






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Important Update: New Laws Take Effect June 11, 2026

Several new laws impacting filings and services with our office take effect *June 11, 2026*. These updates include changes related to business submissions, apostilles, and trademarks.

We encourage businesses and customers to review these updates to understand how they may affect future filings or requests.

*Learn more on our Public Notices page [ [link removed] ].*

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Keep Your Contact Information Current

Our office requires an email address on all submissions. This requirement primarily affects a business's principal office and registered agent information.

Keeping your business contact information current — including mailing addresses and email addresses — is essential. Outdated information may cause your business to miss important notices, reminders, filing deadlines, and other business-related updates.

If your business information changes, please update your records with our office as soon as possible to avoid missed communications or delays.

*Update your information on our Maintain Business Compliance page [ [link removed] ].*






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Let’s Build a Stronger, Smarter Workforce—Together

*For the first time, the WWA Workforce Summit is coming to Spokane.*

Known as the Lilac City, Spokane is home to one of the most dramatic downtown waterfalls in the Pacific Northwest  — and we're looking forward to experiencing it together *November 3-5, 2026 at the Davenport Grand Hotel.*

People come back to the Workforce Summit year after year because of what they take home: stronger relationships with colleagues across the state, tools and approaches they can put to work for their teams and regions, and the clarity that comes from two days of honest conversation — in breakout sessions, in the hallways, and on evening walks around the city.

If you've been before, you know. If you haven't, November is a good time to find out.

*Registration is open. *We're also accepting breakout session proposals — details on both are below.

*This year, sessions will focus on:*


* Aligning Workforce, Education, and Economic Development
* Expanding Apprenticeship for the Modern Economy
* From Coordination to True System Integration
* Breaking Down Barriers to Access
* Driving Results Through Data and Business Engagement

Full program details are coming soon. View our conference website to learn more.

We'll also take time to celebrate the partners and leaders making a difference across Washington's workforce system. If you haven't seen the highlights from last year's award winners [ [link removed] ], they're worth a few minutes.

*Early Bird Deadline: September 14, 2026*

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One-time Special Enrollment For Small Businesses

Eligible small business owners with fewer than 50 employees may be eligible for a one-time special enrollment for themselves and their employees to sign up for coverage outside of open enrollment on Washington Healthplanfinder™.

Washington Healthplanfinder [ [link removed] ], the state’s official health and dental insurance marketplace, allows individuals and families to:


* Shop, compare and buy high-quality individual health and dental plans;
* Get exclusive access to federal and state savings; and
* Determine eligibility to enroll in Washington Apple Health (Medicaid).

To find out if you are an eligible small business and to learn more, contact [email protected].






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Enrolling Children in Medical Insurance:  A Webinar for Employers and Plan Administrators

The Division of Child Support (DCS) invites you to a live webinar on *enrolling children in medical insurance*.

When a child support order requires an employer to enroll a child in the parent's health insurance plan, DCS sends the employer a *National Medical Support Notice (NMSN)*. This webinar, designed for employers and plan administrators, will focus on the medical enforcement process and provide guidance on how to respond to a notice and determine the appropriate insurance plan for your employee's child.

*Join us at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 22, 2026*. Please register for the webinar [ [link removed] ]— we’ll have plenty of time for your questions.






Save the Date Employer Summit and Business Expo Thursday July 16th at Showare Center in Kent [ [link removed] ]
The Business Expo is Back and Bigger Than Ever!

Sponsored by the Kent Chamber of Commerce, this regional event brings together employers, business owners, workforce partners, community organizations, and residents for a powerful day of connection, visibility, and opportunity. 

*Event Details*:


* *When*: Thursday, July 16, 2026 | 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
* *Where:* ShoWare Center, 625 W James St, Kent, WA
* For details and registration, visit the Kent Chamber of Commerce website [ [link removed] ].





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Innovation & Assistance

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Empowering Washington's Small Business Community Together

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The Small Business Liaison Team (SBLT)  [ [link removed] ]is a partnership of 31 state agencies working to improve access to regulatory information, education, and agency resources for business communities across the state.* Our mission is simple:* Working together to provide resources and know-how to small businesses to operate in Washington State. *And our vision?* To establish Washington State as a leader in support, and empower small businesses to thrive.

As part of that commitment, the Small Business Requirements & Resources (SBRR) Free Workshops [ [link removed] ] provide vital information on regulatory requirements, state permits, business structures, employee hiring and retention, and available resources to help businesses grow and thrive.



North Central SBRR Tours - In Person Workshops

Whether you're launching a new venture or looking to scale your existing business, this session offers valuable insights tailored to your needs.

*Wenatchee - Taller de requisitos y recursos para pequeñas empresas*


* *When:* Martes, 23 de junio, 2026 |  5:00 p.m. (Las puertas se abren a las 4:30pm)
* *Where:* Community Action Council, 1700 North Wenatchee Ave. Wenatchee
* Register - Español [ [link removed] ]

*Moses Lake*


* *When:* Wednesday, June 24, 2026 |  9:00 a.m (Doors open at 8:30)
* *Where:* Skill Source, 309 East 5th Ave. Moses Lake
* Register [ [link removed] ]

*Wenatchee*


* *When:* Wednesday, June 24, 2026 |  5:00 p.m. (Doors open at 4:30)
* *Where:* Community Action Council, 1700 North Wenatchee Ave. Wenatchee
* Register [ [link removed] ]

Starting a Business in Washington - Live Webinar

Join this free, one-hour webinar to gain essential knowledge for starting a business in Washington. It covers planning, registration, and licensing requirements. 

*Webinar Details*


* *When:* Wednesday, July 8, 2026 | 1:00 p.m.
* *Where:* Via Zoom | Register Here [ [link removed] ]

To learn more about upcoming webinars and workshops, click the button below.

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The Small Business Guide

The Small Business Guide [ [link removed] ] is broken into six sections, based on your stage of business. Whether you’re launching a new business, managing an existing one, or looking to expand, you’ll discover valuable information and resources here. 

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BIG NEWS: Now Available in Arabic!

This means millions of Arabic-speaking entrepreneurs, business owners, and dreamers around the world can now access this invaluable resource in their native language.

How to Get It

The guide is available now for free to download. Simply reach out to us [ [link removed] ] or click the button below to get your copy in Arabic – or in any of the other 12 languages!

*Download the Small Business Guide* [ [link removed] ]






TRAINING & EDUCATION

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