DECA Intercity: Seattle

Description

The Diversity Ethnic Chamber Alliance (DECA)’s Intercity Trips offer members the opportunity to travel to exciting destinations, connect with industry leaders, and experience new cultures—all while building their professional network. In 2024, we explored Dublin, Ireland, and in August 2025, we’re heading to Seattle, Washington! Don’t miss your chance to grow, learn, and make unforgettable memories with DECA.

Attendees will meet local civic and business leaders, learn about the Seattle economy, workforce, transportation, taxation and more to help you decide if you are ready to do business with, to, or from Seattle.

Individual Conference Registration - $1,400- (EARLY BIRD $1,150)

• Full 2 day Conference Pass
• 3 nights group hotel - Grand Hyatt (rooms are all based on double occupancy)
• 2 Breakfast Sessions
• 2 Lunch Sessions
• Ground Transportation to sessions
• Daily Hospitality Suite
• $200 Delta travel voucher to the first 10 registrants

Please arrange your flight to arrive on August 3rd. Your hotel stay will begin on August 3rd and your final night's stay is August 5th.

Agenda

• Doing Business in/with Seattle: Economic Development Overview
• Seattle Housing & Commercial Markets
• Seattle Waterfront Project Overview: Jobs, Tourism, Small business
• Local incentive programs available to businesses
• Seattle’s startup & Investment ecosystem
• Workforce & Talent Overview
• Transportation, Growth and Regionalism - Future of Work in King County

Why Seattle?

Seattle is a dynamic, LGBTQ+-friendly city that blends stunning natural beauty with a thriving business and innovation scene. From the iconic Pike Place Market to the vibrant Capitol Hill district, Seattle offers a progressive, welcoming atmosphere perfect for Austin LGBT business travelers looking to connect, collaborate, and explore.

With a strong tech and creative economy, inclusive corporate culture, and breathtaking waterfront views, Seattle is the perfect destination to mix business with adventure.

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