I've been in tech in the PacNW since the early 90s, working for big companies, and many start ups.
There will never be the equivalent of one of these companies founded, or based in Washington. (founded, maybe. But they won't stay.)
If you're a newbie to the Seattle area, these companies are legends and it's time to get a clue on the history.
Under the new taxation, the founders of these companies would have never successfully grown and collectively hired hundreds of thousands:
Attachmate
WRQ
Microsoft
Amazon
Avalara
Concur (SAP)
McCaw Cellular (Now AT&T wireless)
Expedia
T-Mobile
Aldus (acquired by Adobe)
Immunex
ZymoGenetics
Real Networks
F5
REI
Eddie Bauer
Costco
Zillow
Starbucks
Expediters International
Alaska Airlines
Paccar
Airborne Express
UPS (yes, UPS was founded in Seattle)
Nordstrom
Eagle Hardware (acquired by Lowes)
Blue Origin
Why would a founder of any of these companies start the equivalent of any of these legends if they'd have to give up 10% to the state when they're still in an early stage?
And save me the sanctimonious "paying my fair share" virtue signaling. Grow up.
This is one of the most aggressive tax schemes in the country.
And our once vibrant economy will be relegated to satellite offices and incubator stage companies.
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