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Seattle Legalizes Co-Living

Co-living is defined as buildings where residents have private sleeping space but share other facilities such as kitchens and bathrooms. The city’s actions comply with a state law that requires localities to legalize co-living on multifamily lots by December 2025.

One Small Step – Let’s talk… for a change.

The Midwest Needs International Immigration

America has welcomed the can-do, entrepreneurial spirt of immigrants for centuries. The Midwest needs another jolt.

For startups, attracting deep tech talent from large companies is more attainable than ever, says Mytra CEO and cofounder Chris Walti

“We would not be able to build the company that we’re building, with the speed we’re going at, if we didn’t have these kinds of people available to us,” said Walti. “I wouldn’t have chosen to start this company ten or 15 years ago.”

The Role of Firms in Immigration and Economic Prosperity

Professor Britta Glennon explains how immigration benefits the economy.

After Cuts, Lost Tech Jobs Aren’t Likely to Return Soon

Silicon Valley layoffs accounted for over half of nearly 76,000 jobs eliminated in August, prompting warnings that the era of boundless tech opportunities is probably over.

PNWER ECONOMIC LEADERSHIP FORUM November 12 – 14, 2024 | Anchorage, AK

The Economic Leadership Forum provides an opportunity for local, provincial, and state leaders in both the public and private sectors to carry out in-depth discussions on key subjects affecting our regional economy. This year’s event will be coordinated in partnership with the Alaska Resources Conference.

In 2024, Montana ranks among the least “sticky” states, with only 13% of relocating residents staying in-state — far below the national average of 26%.

Montana’s real estate market booms have outpaced local incomes. Since 2020, home values have surged 60%, pricing out many long-time residents. Despite attracting newcomers, high housing costs and a rural economy have forced 87% of Montana’s movers to seek more affordable living options out of state.