About WEDA
Washington's Only Trade Association Laser-Focused on Economic Development
As Washington State’s only trade association laser-focused on economic development, WEDA is committed to recovering, retaining, recruiting and expanding jobs and re-investment in Washington State. WEDA members include economic development organizations, cities, counties, ports, tribes, businesses, education and community-based organizations that prioritize economic development.
Why Choose Washington?
For more information on why to Choose Washington, start with the experts at Washington Commerce:
success stories
7 Cedars Resort
Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe opened the first phase of the 7 Cedars Resort master-plan, a five story, 100 room 4-Diamond hotel in Sequim, Washington. Despite the challenges of the pandemic, the Tribe has succeeded at creating an extraordinary experience on the Olympic Peninsula where the health and safety of the Tribe and the Community is their highest priority.
success stories
Port of Walla Walla
WEDA Membership Has Its Benefits
WEDA is Washington State’s voice for job recovery, retention and expansion. Together with our diverse and talented membership, we advocate for a business climate that fosters job growth in our local communities and throughout Washington.
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What Being A WEDA Member Means For You
We’re stronger together. When you partner with WEDA, you’re joining a dynamic group of economic development professionals centered around improving local economies. Our community of collaboration works to improve the outlook for all of Washington State.
Benefits
- Lobbying that delivers results
- Networking opportunities
- Professional development
- Immersive conferences
- Tools for developing jobs
- Learn best practices
Communities worldwide are gearing up for the 2024 Economic Development Week celebration, May 6-10, and so are we! What are you doing to prepare to
Economic Development Week - International Economic Development Council
IEDC celebrates #EconDevWeek each year to highlight the programs, best practices and exceptional individuals that positively impact life in their communities. In just a few years #EconDevWeek has become one of the most widely recognized events of its kind, validating the often unheralded work of the...
WEDA & our honoree the City of Lacey made the "JOLT"!
Lacey bagged the 2024 Economic Development Award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion by the Washington Economic Development Association ( WEDA ) for its Lacey Food Truck Depot program. The …