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Nearly 1,000 of Seattle’s community and business leaders gathered yesterday at the Westin Hotel in Downtown Seattle for the 2012 State of Downtown Economic Forum, the Downtown Seattle Association’s (DSA) annual analysis of the Downtown economy.
Themed “Investing in the Urban Experience,” this year’s forum took a critical look at 2011 while addressing the competitive advantage of the urban experience, and the importance of retail in Downtown’s future.
“A vibrant pedestrian experience – paired with a strong retail mix – is key to the success of any Downtown,” said keynote speaker Dana Telsey, CEO & Chief Research Officer of New York based Telsey Advisory Group, LLC. “These elements help attract retailers, shoppers and visitors, and are evident in our country’s m...
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The Northwest Flower & Garden Show continues its rich tradition as a showcase of imagination and inspiration this week (Feb. 8-12) with gardens big and small, nearly 120 seminars, “The PlayGarden” for families, a big line-up of exhibitors and more at the Washington State Convention Center.
Beginning today, Seattle Art Museum presents the only United States stop for the highly-anticipated Gauguin and Polynesia: An Elusive Paradise.
Despite successful efforts at maintenance, security and innovative housing for people in need, the Downtown street environment is not always safe and friendly. People who live and work in Downtown are concerned about issues such as open-air drug markets, people aggressively asking for money and people sleeping in doorways.
Each year, the Downtown Seattle Association’s State of Downtown Economic Forum is accompanied by a comprehensive report, providing an insightful look into the economic health of Downtown Seattle.
Each year, the Downtown Seattle Association’s State of Downtown Economic Forum is accompanied by a comprehensive report, providing an insightful look into the economic health of Downtown Seattle.
CityU of Seattle, a not-for-profit university, announced yesterday it will move its headquarters from Bellevue to the Sixth and Wall building in Downtown Seattle.
In April, Seattle will have the unique opportunity to showcase its thriving economic and business growth, tourism, convention capabilities and cultural arts industries in a special issue of Delta Sky magazine.
In December, King County Metro proposed reducing service on the Downtown Seattle waterfront shuttle - which replaced the George Benson Waterfront Streetcar - to peak hours only, citing low ridership on the route.
Join the Downtown Seattle Association on Wednesday, Feb. 8 for the 2012 State of Downtown Economic Forum, featuring the latest research and analysis on Downtown Seattle’s economy.
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