The PIES Advantage: A Strategy for Business Growth & Resilience
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Business-driven retention programs prioritize the needs of existing businesses, leveraging their insights to shape policies that drive long-term success.
The Greater Federal Way Chamber’s retention program is guided by the PIES framework—Placemaking, Innovation, Economy, and Sustainability. Our focused strategy supports business success while shaping a vibrant, resilient regional economy.
Placemaking: Creating a Business-Friendly Climate
- Infrastructure development: transportation, utilities, childcare, and broadband access
- Intentional location planning for strategic commercial districts
- Quality of life enhancements to attract and retain talent
INNOVATION: Adapting to Market Changes
- Cross-industry collaboration to share knowledge
- Supporting start-ups and entrepreneurship
- Investment in emerging technologies
Economy: Driving Strategic Decision Making
- Analysis of market trends and labor force data
- Identification of high-growth industries
- Assessment of business needs and challenges
Sustainability: Ensuring Economic Resilience
- Circular economy practices emphasizing reuse and recycle-ability
- Workforce training programs for employment stability
- Local supply chain development for economic resilience
The Greater Federal Way Chamber network of local expertise, business connections, and strategic vision uniquely positions us to lead this business-centered economic initiative within the Federal Way growth hub.
When businesses have access to the right resources, infrastructure, and support networks, they expand, create jobs, and reinvest in the community — strengthening the local economy from within.
The PIES advantage is designed to help existing businesses thrive in driving job creation, long-term stability, and community prosperity.
By focusing on retention as a foundation for growth, the Chamber is working to ensure a stable and prosperous business environment for years to come.