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Technology

Tacoma-Pierce County is home to tech powerhouses and startups alike thanks to our strategic west coast location and innovative business environment. Download Technology Industry Profile

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Contact our experienced staff to learn more about Tacoma-Pierce County’s growing tech industry.

Sarah Bonds Vice President for Business Recruitment sarah@edbtacomapierce.org (253) 284-5892 Get In Touch

Major Employers

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  • Startup Assistance
  • Workforce
  • Technology Cluster Acceleration Team
Startup Assistance
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Startup Assistance

Build the Next Tech Powerhouse in Tacoma-Pierce County

Whether you’re building the next tech powerhouse or pursuing your e-commerce dreams, Tacoma-Pierce County puts the funding, training and networking opportunities needed to successfully launch a business right in the palm of your hand. Learn more about how Tacoma-Pierce County can advance your startup here.

Workforce
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Workforce

Workforce Pipeline for Tech

Across the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue area, there are more than 298,000 people employed in select computer and engineering-related occupations, with 71,122 specifically related to applications and systems software developers. Learn more about our top-notch talent here.

Technology Cluster Acceleration Team
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Technology Cluster Acceleration Team

Partnering for Success

The Economic Development Board for Tacoma-Pierce County’s Technology Cluster Acceleration Team brings together a group of tech leaders to foster a lattice of innovation that makes the South Sound a hub for technology business talent.

The Technology Cluster’s five-year strategic plan includes three main goals:

  • Raise the profile of the South Sound as an emerging technology leader.
  • Develop local talent and recruit new talent nationally and internationally.
  • Retain, expand and recruit specific technology firms.

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