The military cluster is the source of significant economic activity in the region. Through the work of the Washington Defense Partnership, Prosperity Partnership has been successfully implementing a strategy to ensure enhanced economic opportunities for the region overall and for local military personnel, their spouses and family, and veterans in the region.

Washington Defense Partnership

The Prosperity Partnership’s Military Industry Cluster Development Strategy called for the formation of a “permanent military working group” to coordinate efforts to support the military presence and mission in Washington State as well as armed forces members, their families, retirees, and veterans, and the defense contracting community.

Since 2009, the Washington Defense Partnership has filled this role, meeting twice a year to share information and identify opportunities for coordinated activity.

Meetings

Summer 2013 meeting – date to be determined

December 18, 2012 meeting summary