Startups
Seattle Tech Entrepreneur Warns Income Tax Will Drive Talent Out of Washington
Longtime startup founder says new 9.9% tax on income over $1 million is already pushing investors and founders to leave the state.

Former Yelp Employee Turns Side Hustle Into Thriving E-Commerce Brand
Joey Coffin left his job at Yelp to focus on his e-commerce lifestyle brand Vacation Darts, which has generated over $112,000 in revenue.
Seattle Entrepreneur Expands Consulting Firm to Federal Way
Aaron Corso brings Cor Consulting back to his hometown with new office focused on tech-enabled sales
Industry
New $300M+ Insulation Plant Coming to Tri-Cities
Facility near Pasco to create 175 jobs in initial phase

JPMorgan Chase Boosts Stake in Alaska Air Group
The financial services giant increased its position in the airline company by 29.1% in the third quarter.
Zumiez and MINISO Group Compared: Analysts Favor MINISO's Upside Potential
Retail rivals Zumiez and MINISO Group have differing strengths, with MINISO seen as the more promising investment.
Jobs
Seattle Women's Network Hosts Spring Soiree Celebrating Local Businesses
The 'Celebrate Her' event on April 4 will bring together 100-150 women entrepreneurs and professionals.

Gender Wage Gap Widens in Northwest Washington
New report finds women in Bellingham's congressional district earn just 69 cents for every dollar paid to men.
ezPaycheck Simplifies First Quarter 941 Filing with e-file Direct Integration Feature
Businesses Can Beat the Looming Deadline with Stress-Free Payroll Processing and Seamless 941 E-Filing Enhancement
Business Strategy
Spokane Journal of Business Honors Top Businesses at Annual Awards
The 2026 Business of the Year Awards recognized 12 organizations and one individual for growth, success, and innovation.

Progressions, BECU Invest $4.6M in Spokane County Branches
Two credit unions are expanding their footprint in the region.
Krug Promoted to Executive Vice President and Enterprise Operations Executive
The Milton Standard Journal reports on the career advancement of a business leader.
Public Companies
Amazon Shares Sold by Westwind Capital
Hedge fund reduces stake in e-commerce giant by 2.6% in Q4

Alpha Cognition Reports Q4 Earnings, Highlights Continued ZUNVEYL Growth
Biopharmaceutical company sees accelerating adoption of Alzheimer's treatment in long-term care facilities
SG Americas Securities Boosts Amazon Stake by Over 1,300%
The institutional investor now owns over 5.6 million shares of the e-commerce giant.
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