The time has arrived for the next City Business Casual, brought to you by the Office of Economic Development and the City of Seattle! The July City Business Casual was a huge success and the August event is ramping up to be another great occasion. Join Seattle’s Office of Economic Development, Seattle City Councilmember Tom Rasmussen, and Seattle City Light Superintendent Jorge Carrasco on Thursday, August 26th at Polar Bar (700 3rd Ave.) from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. for a summer evening of mingling and conversation.

City Business Casual is a monthly, informal gathering that provides the Seattle business community with direct access to business-focused city officials, including influential city leaders and key department heads and representatives.

No pre-registration for City Business Casual is necessary. The sessions do not include a formal program, but Office of Economic Development staff will actively make introductions and connections. Business owners and advocates will also have a chance to ask questions, suggest ideas, and troubleshoot specific issues in an informal and relaxed setting.

In 2010, close collaboration and information exchange will be essential for Seattle businesses to rebuild and grow. City Business Casual is a great new way to facilitate growth in Seattle’s thriving local business community.

2010 City Business Casual Schedule

January 28th
February 23rd
March 25th
April 29th
May 27th
June 24th
July 29th
**August 26th**
September 30th
October 28th
November 18th
December 9th

Questions? Visit City Business Casual online or contact Yvonne Newson at yvonne.newson@seattle.gov or 206-684-8090.

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City of Seattle
Office of Economic Development
700 Fifth Avenue, Suite 5752,
PO Box 94708
Seattle, WA 98124-4708

Phone: 206.684.8090
Fax: 206.684.0379

Stephen H. Johnson,
Acting Director