At A Glance

Seattle has long been recognised for its deep talent pool, globally renowned public and private research institutions, and prestigious universities. Washington’s zero state income tax continues to position the city as a magnet for growth, sustaining a young, educated workforce at its core.

A hub for aerospace, creative, retail, and information technology careers, Fortune 500 companies continue to choose Seattle’s flourishing central business district and booming Eastside submarkets of Bellevue and Redmond. Driven in part by the migration of large corporations expansion such as Microsoft and Amazon, these submarkets are drawing other reputable companies seeking the lifestyle advantages offered just across Lake Washington.

Bellevue and Redmond offer convenient access to Olympic, Mount Rainier and North Cascades National Parks, along with acclaimed hiking, biking, rafting and other outdoor recreation opportunities – making them highly attractive to both talent and decision-makers.