The WBA advocates on behalf of all businesses and industries in Whatcom County, providing they are good actors, follow the rules and comply with all local, state and federal laws. We do that by being the eyes, ears and voice for responsible Whatcom County business so they can focus on growing their business, hiring new people, paying good wages, adding to our tax base and giving back through philanthropic efforts. We recognize there are a large number of well-funded local advocacy organizations that sometimes promote policies in conflict with local business interests, which can negatively impact business success and community prosperity.

Why Advocacy Is Important

Business success is the largest driver of community prosperity and jobs.  Let your voice be heard as part of a vibrant business community through the WBA:

• Environmental stewardship and economic prosperity are compatible, and we need to have the conversation about this balance.
• Business leaders can offer great solutions on policy issues and the WBA has proven to be an outstanding voice for local business.
• The Whatcom County business community gives back in great measure, but can only do so when we are successful and vibrant.
• We need to educate the community, our policy makers and young people about the harm that results from excessive regulatory burdens on local businesses.
• We need to educate our community about the Importance of the personal freedom to choose, property rights and the value and benefits of entrepreneurship.
• Businesses deserve predictability, consistency and fairness so they can grow and add family wage jobs for our community.

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