Pitch Competition Applications Open for Businesses, Opportunities to Program KTUB, and MORE!

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December 2025

3rd Annual Kirkland Pitch Competition Starting in February - Apply Today!

Business pitch competition.

For the third year in a row, the Kirkland Workshops and Pitch Competition is now accepting applications!

Build the knowledge and confidence you need to start or grow your business. This challenge offers an ideal setting for hands-on application of practical business tools and the ability to clearly communicate the value of your product or service and the benefits your business offers.

  • Basics of Business | February 10, 2026
  • Lean Canvas Business Plan and Market Research | February 17, 2026
  • The Business of Finances for Small Businesses | February 24, 2026
  • Marketing and More | March 3, 2026
  • Preparing to Pitch | March 10, 2026
  • Pitch Competition | March 24, 2026 | Open to the Public

These workshops provide potential, micro, and small businesses with the groundwork needed to be successful as they launch their businesses. Each workshop will stress the need for tangible achievements and intentional networking that will build the support needed to be successful as a small business owner.

Apply Here to Participate

RSVP to attend the Pitch Here

Learn more here

THIS WEDNESDAY: Co-Working Day and Business Advising

Co-Working Day

When: 2nd Wednesday of the Month, from 11 AM to 2 PM (TODAY)

Where: Kirkland City Hall

Who: All are welcome! We have a quiet space and an option for business advising

Join us for the entire time or pop in at the times that work best for you. Instead of working from your house, office, or local coffee shop, join us at City Hall!

Need some one-on-one assistance? Sign up below!

Business Advising 1:1 Sign Up with Shawn Palmer

Business Advising 1:1 Marketing, Branding, Strategy with Jonathan Blanco

Created specifically and exclusively for entrepreneurs, founders, and business owners in the beautiful city of Kirkland. Startup and Small Business Co-Working is designed to foster collaboration, inspire innovation, and provide valuable resources to help you thrive in your entrepreneurial journey along with fellow entrepreneurs, founders, and business owners.

Hosted by the City of Kirkland, Startup425, and OneEastside. Learn more here

Are you aware of changing sales tax rates?

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The Washington Department of Revenue has updated the tax rate in Kirkland for 2026. Check out the searchable tax rate table to help you quickly find local sales & use tax rates.

KTUB Program Proposals

Kirkland Teen Union Building Naming

The Kirkland Teen Union Building is accepting proposals for new classes and programs during mornings and evenings.

Located in downtown Kirkland, KTUB has plenty of flexible space in a convenient location. Submit your proposal and help us bring new activities to Kirkland!

For more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/KTUB-Program-Proposal or contact KTUB at KTUB@kirklandwa.gov.

Certified For Success Workshop - OMWBE

Certified For Success Workshop

Learn more here.

Construction Updates

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 of Kirkland's construction project webpage using this link.

Highlighted Projects 

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Upcoming Events That May Impact Your Business

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Want to stay up-to-date with everything happening in Kirkland? Sign up for our Events Guide Newsletter here or check out the calendar here

For a week by week look, here's December's guide.

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