Here at State Bank of Illinois, we are proud to be a "community" bank. Our philosophy starts with having the right staff that is experienced and understand the needs of our customers. One advantage of working with a community bank is that deposit and loan decisions are made locally. Whether you are looking for a totally free checking account or a creative way to finance your next purchase, our staff has what it takes to help you out. So whether you are in the bank, on the phone or visiting our web site, you will always find knowledgeable, courteous and professional individuals to help you with all your banking needs. At State Bank of Illinois we believe the relationship is the most important part of banking.

Port Blakely grows and markets renewable forest products around the globe, owning and managing sustainable working forests in Washington, Oregon, and New Zealand. We operate in domestic and international markets through our two business units: US Forestry and NZ Forestry. A family-owned company whose forestry roots run five generations deep, we work to advance the ideals and best practices of stewardship – for our business, our community, and the environment – to ensure we help cultivate a healthy world.

Founded in 1978, Committee for Children is a global nonprofit dedicated to fostering the safety and well-being of children through social-emotional learning and development. CFC is the world’s largest provider of research-based educational programs that promote social-emotional skills and prevent bullying and sexual abuse. Committee for Children has been working for over three decades to help create a world in which the whole child is not only nurtured, but celebrated. Committee for Children creates research-based, social-emotional learning materials to help children succeed in school and in life, helping create a world in which children can grow up to be peaceful, kind, responsible citizens. The organization’s social-emotional learning materials have taught millions of children skills that help them stay safe, manage their emotions, solve problems, avoid risky behavior, and improve their academics. Today the organization’s curricula reach schools in over 70 countries, including 30 percent of all U.S. elementary schools. Each year, more than 26.9 million children benefit from these programs. For more information, visit cfchildren.org

The Association of Washington Cities (AWC) is a private, nonprofit, nonpartisan corporation that represents all 281 Washington's cities and towns before the state legislature, the state executive branch and with regulatory agencies. AWC is a highly respected voice before the Legislature, Congress, government agencies and others and is a catalyst for developing a broad public understanding of the important roles of cities and towns across the state.

Visit Seattle, a private, nonprofit marketing organization, has served as Seattle/King County’s official destination marketing organization (DMO) for more than 50 years. The goal of these marketing efforts is to enhance the employment opportunities and economic prosperity of the region. To learn more about Visit Seattle, go to visitseattle.org.

Orion is a non-profit social enterprise focused on providing vocational training and employment services for individuals with barriers to employment. Orion is recognized as an award-winning manufacturer in machined and fabricated aerospace components, assemblies, and structures for the aerospace industry.

WHO WE ARE The Seattle Metro Chamber is the largest and most diverse business association in the region representing 2,500 member companies and a workforce of about 750,000. OUR VISION We seek an economically vibrant and globally competitive region where businesses of all sizes flourish and prosperity is shared. OUR MISSION The Chamber is a business advocacy organization that helps our members thrive in an equitable and inclusive regional economy. WHAT WE DO At the Chamber, we believe that the business community thrives when the whole community is healthy. And we believe our region is uniquely positioned to compete in the global marketplace because we embrace three key attributes: we create jobs, we are responsible stewards of the environment, and we ensure access and opportunity for all. We play many roles as a result. The Chamber is: 1. a policy advocate and the only Chamber in the area that represents business at the city, regional, state and federal levels; 2. a convener and coalition-builder around issues we all care about, from transportation to education to the environment; 3. a one-stop shop for all of the tools businesses need to grow, from high-quality networking to employee benefits; 4. and a community partner and champion for projects, initiatives and people who make our region globally competitive as well as a great place to live, work and raise a family.

Located in the charming neighborhood of Madison Park, Seattle Tennis Club is nestled on the picturesque​ shores of Lake Washington, boasting panoramic views of downtown Bellevue, the Cascade Mountain Range and Mount Rainier. The Club's roughly eight acres houses 19 tennis courts in total, including six indoor and three clay courts. The property also offers a fitness center, squash courts, pickleball, dining rooms, banquet facilities, a pool, beachfront, boathouse, and Pro Shop. The Washington State Open, the most prestigious tennis tournament in the state, has been hosted here annually since the Club's inception in 1890.​

We believe that by educating the heart and the mind, Catholic schools put children on the path to college and Heaven.

Established in 1958, the Downtown Seattle Association (DSA) is a nonprofit membership organization whose mission is to create a healthy, vibrant downtown for all. With the support of our corporate, nonprofit and residential members, we work to keep downtown economically competitive, address transportation challenges and ensure a safe, clean and inviting urban experience for workers, residents and visitors. DSA founded the Metropolitan Improvement District (MID), a 285-square-block business improvement district in downtown. With funding from MID ratepayers, we employ more than 120 ambassadors who provide cleaning, safety, concierge and outreach services throughout downtown. In partnership with city and county agencies, DSA also founded Commute Seattle, a transportation management agency that provides commuting resources for workers and businesses. For more information, visit downtownseattle.org.

El Centro de la Raza is a voice and a hub for Seattle and Martin Luther King, Jr. County’s Latino community as we advocate on behalf of our people and work to achieve social justice. Through our comprehensive programs and services, we empower members of the Latino community as fully participating members of society. We also work to raise awareness with the general public, and government, business and civic leaders about the needs of the Chicano/Latino community in the United States.