 Our first featured business is Elevated Wellness Coaching, owned by Annette Griffith! Check out the article and video that is being shared on the Shop Local website and our social media channels.
In the vibrant city of Kirkland, Washington, Elevated Wellness Coaching, owned and operated by the visionary Annette Griffith, stands as a testament to holistic well-being. Annette's path to coaching was preceded by an illustrious 20-year tenure in the corporate world, including a remarkable 13-year stint at Microsoft and independent consulting roles at Viacom International, Paramount Pictures, and Victoria Clipper. Her expertise in human resources, particularly in leadership and organizational development, career coaching, and change management, laid the foundation for her transformative coaching...Read More Here.
We want to feature your business and the impact you are making on the community.
Check the eligibility requirements below and then send an email to Christian Switzer (cswitzer@kirklandwa.gov) to be placed on the list of potential businesses the City will share about through our channels and Shop Local Kirkland (SLK).
Our 4th Quarter of 2023 is full of three amazing businesses that are doing great work in Kirkland. Look out for their features as we close out 2023 and start 2024!
SLK FEATURED BUSINESS ELIGIBILITY
- Has a current, valid Kirkland business license;
- Business is operational/open;
- Is registered as a Shop Local Kirkland business;
- Business may not be inconsistent with City values;
- Submits and signs the necessary documentation for Program participation.
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A few tips as we look at a new year:
1. Check on trends in your industry and make strategy decisions for your business.
2. Consider an online component to your business. Free Webinar here.
3. Evaluate your pricing and adjust for inflation.
4. Consider and understand the uses of AI and how that might help your business. Webinar here.
5. Retain and train employees as King County unemployment remains low.
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Track major tax dates to make sure you set aside money to pay your business taxes and to complete your taxes on time. The IRS publishes its business tax deadlines every year. Be sure to find tax dates for your state as well, and add both to your calendar.
January 15, 2024 – 4th quarter 2023 estimated tax payment due
January 31, 2024 – Employers send W2 forms to employees
January 31, 2024 – Some 1099 forms
March 15, 2024 – Taxes due for partnerships, multi-member LLCs, and S-corporations
April 15, 2024 – Taxes due for C-corporations
September 16, 2024 – Deadline for extended partnership and S-corporation returns
October 15, 2024 – Deadline for extended C-corporation returns
January 15, 2025 – 4th quarter 2024 estimated tax payment due
Feel like you want to brush up on taxes? Check out the free class offered by S.C.O.R.E. here.
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History of the Program
Kirkland Ca$h is coming back! A community currency that functions just like cash and can be spent at participating businesses in the City of Kirkland, Kirkland Ca$h was originally developed as part of the City's support strategy to help businesses deeply and negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Since its original use to support hotel stays, Kirkland Ca$h has served as a powerful tool to strengthen public-private partnerships, encourage philanthropic giving, support struggling sectors, and more.
What is next?
This new round of Kirkland Ca$h promotion will begin in early 2024, starting with Kirkland residents receiving Kirkland Ca$h when they get a new or renew an existing pet license. If your business would like to participate and you have not yet registered, please reach out directly to cswitzer@kirklandwa.gov and we will activate your business.
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While doing business in Kirkland, you may occasionally be impacted by construction projects. Keep up-to-date on projects as they are planned and happen by visiting the City’s construction project webpage using this link.
Highlighted Projects Coming Up in 2024
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