Resource Guide
Looking for help growing a food business or working in the food industry? Use this guide to connect with the right resources.
Step 1: Select your goal.
Step 2: Click on the category that matches your needs.
Step 3: Read through the results and choose a local organization to help you.
Step 4: Call, email, or visit the organization for assistance.
Resource Tag: information
The Greater Seattle Chinese Chamber of Commerce
We are a non-partisan group that aims to bring together civic, professional and business leaders for advocating, fostering and protecting the interests of our members.
State of Washington Business Licensing Service
A program of the Washington State Department of Revenue, Business Licensing Service (BLS) helps you to register your business with the state and several cities. BLS registers businesses, renews licenses, and provides related services for businesses.
Seattle-King County Public Health (Seattle)
The health department focuses on prevention of disease through sanitation, safe food and water, proper disposal of waste, and more.
Seattle-King County Public Health (Federal Way)
The health department focuses on prevention of disease through sanitation, safe food and water, proper disposal of waste, and more.
Seattle U.S. Export Assistance Center
U.S. Commercial Service trade professionals in over 100 U.S. cities and more than 75 countries help U.S. companies get started in exporting or increase sales to new global markets.
Seattle Pacific University – Center for Applied Learning
Seattle Pacific University’s Center for Applied Learning has built strong ties to the Puget Sound business community. Its Mentor, Service Learning, Internship, and Entrepreneurship programs each provide a unique opportunity for both graduate and undergraduate students to put faith into practical action within the business world.
Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
The Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce is the largest and most diverse business association in the region. Founded in 1882 by local business leaders, the Chamber today is an independent organization representing 2,200 companies and a regional workforce of approximately 700,000.
Restaurant Success
The City of Seattle, King County, State of Washington and the restaurant community are working together to improve the regulatory experience of starting and operating restaurants in Seattle. This guide clarifies the city, county, state, and federal requirements you’ll face as you prepare for your first customers.
City of Tukwila
The City of Tukwila can provide entrepreneurs with permits and licensing for business development.
City of Tacoma
The City of Tacoma can provide entrepreneurs with permits and licensing for business development.