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May 21, 2025

Washington state cuts back economic development program amid criticism of innovation approach

Washington's Department of Commerce is scaling back a key economic development program, informing employees in "sector lead" roles that their current positions are on the chopping block. Among those affected: tech sector lead Joseph Williams (above), recently honored at the GeekWire Awards for his policy leadership. The move comes amid a broader budget crunch and mounting criticism over the state's support for the innovation economy.

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