The annual State of Grays Harbor is an important opportunity for community members to receive an in depth view into the economic performance of the county. Join us as we present the findings from the 2019 Grays Harbor Economic Vitality Index – a report showing trend data and highlights of key economic sectors and activity within Grays Harbor County.

In addition, this year's guest speakers will feature Washington Retail Association President/CEO, Reneé Sunde and Washington Retail Association Sr. VP of Policy and Government Affairs, Mark Johnson. 

Overview of Reneé and Mark's presentation:

“Retail: the Industry that Impacts Everyone, Everywhere and Everyday"

From the smallest communities to the largest cities, retail has been on the forefront of many an era. Retail has experienced major disruption and transformation over the past few years. While the challenges for retailers are real, we will explore the opportunities and trends driving today’s retail industry.

With the wrap-up of the 2019 Legislative session, Mark Johnson will discuss recent legislation impacting retailers and small businesses. From taxes, employment regulations, market place fairness and data privacy, this year’s session offered a broad range of bills that further require retailers to adapt.

Cost: $25 for GGHI members, $35 for non-members or reservations made after Thursday, May 30th. Breakfast will be catered by O'Brien's. Call GGHI at (360) 532-7888 or email [email protected] to RSVP.

Greater Grays Harbor, Inc. would like to thank Pacific Mountain Workforce Development Council for sponsoring this year's State of Grays Harbor event. Additionally, we would like to extend our thanks to Quinault Beach Resort and Casino, Impact Washington and TwinStar Credit Union for their gracious sponsorship of the 2019 Economic Vitality Index Report.