Doing Business in Seattle

Doing business in Seattle is not that much different than anywhere else in the US.  Seattle and Washington State have a wider variety of business opportunities than elsewhere.  Seattle also has some of the most dominant and well known brands in the world (Starbucks, Boeing, Amazon and Microsoft).

This section offers suggestion and advice on a variety of business practices that exporters may want to consider.  Take some time to review each section for comments and suggestions that have been provided by a number of different people and organizations.

Seattle Business Practices
This important section will give you an overview of many items that can cause problems or give you an edge depending on how you implement them.  Read this section first and see how you and your companies practices fit in.

Web Site Practices
Want your web site to attract visitors and sell product in the US.  Even if you are not exporting product you can still sell in the US (software for example).  You don't have to be big to look like you are. 

Web Site Optimization
Learn some best practices and some basics of web site optimization.  Make your site come to the top of the search engines!

Sales Channels
How should I sell my product in the US?  There are a number of different sales channel you can select.  Which is right for you.

Do's and Don'ts of Exporting
Take a look at this list for a number for suggestions provided from a variety of export assistance groups.

Trade Shows
Trade shows are a great way to get into the overseas market prior to exporting.  They are also a great way to recruit representation.  Find out how to get the most out of attending a trade show.

Are You Ready to Export
You've made the decision to export.  Are you really ready?  Check this out and see.

Common Exporting Mistakes
Watch out for these comon mistakes.  Knowing the things to avoid ahead of time is always an advantage.

Establishing Your Business
Thinking about opening an office in the US?  Check out these suggestions first.