Business Institute of Washington  

What We Do

The Business Institute of Washington (501 c-3) seeks to educate the general public on the relationship between business and public policy in Washington State. The Business Institute of Washington, through various programs, is able to deliver transparent, non-partisan information to the public that sheds a light on the state's political process in relation to the state's private sector health. What's great for business is great for Washington State; a healthy private sector benefits all Washingtonians.

Business Institute of Washington program areas:

  • Campaign Fund-raising Analysis: Campaign fund-raising analysis is conducted year round and tracks political dollars of candidates, both incumbents and challengers as well as special interest groups. The resulting data helps Washingtonians better understand who gives to whom, and demonstrates how the flow of money shapes Washington's political landscape.
  • The Business Index: By tracking business policy each legislative session, The Business Institute is able to create The Business Index; a non-partisan rating system that scores all legislation that deals with the health and sustainability of the private sector in Washington State.

  • The Business Institute of Washington's Internship Program: As we seek to educate the general public on the relationship between business and public policy in Washington, it is important that our youth be included in the process. Our internship program not only gives our interns hands on access to our work as educational advocates, but gives our organization exposure to the youth population, adding insight on how to communicate our educational messages to the important youth sector of the community statewide.

  • Media and Community Outreach & Public Affairs: “What’s great for business is great for the Washington State!” By working with local chambers of commerce, local media outlets, and other community organizations, the Business Institute delivers important policy and research directly into the hands of Washingtonians who will benefit the most.