The Fair That Fuels Your Future
Good Afternoon,
Congratulations on beginning your entrepreneurial journey! Starting a business is both exciting and challenging, and having a strong network of resources and experts to support you can make all the difference.
That's why we'd like to invite you to BizFair 2026 in Puyallup, Washington! BizFair is Washington State's largest FREE business resource fair, bringing together more than 40 state agencies, federal organizations, local nonprofits, lenders, and business assistance organizations—all in one place.
Whether you're just getting started or looking to grow your business, BizFair offers 15 educational workshops designed to help you succeed.
Some topics this year include:
- Meet the Washington State Small Business Liaison Team
- Bookkeeping & Accounting Basics
- Writing a Business Plan
- Marketing & Brand Identity
- Securing Financing
- Hiring & Retaining Employees
You can view the full workshop schedule and exhibitor list at bizfair.wa.gov.
We're also excited to welcome this year's keynote speaker, Lewis Rudd, CEO and owner of Ezell's Famous Chicken. Mr. Rudd will share the inspiring story of his entrepreneurial journey, the lessons he learned while growing one of Seattle's most beloved restaurants, and how resilience and innovation helped build a business recognized by celebrities such as Oprah Winfrey, Rev. Jesse Jackson, Quincy Jones, “Norm from Cheers”, Danny Glover, George Foreman, and the Seattle Seahawks.
We hope you'll join us on Saturday, September 19, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Pierce College Puyallup for a day of learning, networking, and inspiration.
Registration is free!
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