Join Us for the FIFA Ready Webinar
Date: February 11th, 2:30 PM
Location: Virtually Via Zoom
Event Overview:
As we gear up for the monumental FIFA events, it's crucial to align our regional efforts to maximize economic and infrastructural benefits. This meeting will gather key stakeholders from various sectors, including our cities and business community, to strategize and synchronize our readiness plans with an emphasis in preparing our business community to ensure you are ready for this economic opportunity. So do you want to learn about what resources are available to you to maximize this time? Register to learn more now.

These quarterly events are brought to you by the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce and Explore Seattle Southside.

Agenda:

1. A Chamber Welcome by President and CEO, Samantha Le
2. A note from City of Burien Mayor Kevin Schilling and Washington State Legislator Representative Adison Richards
3. A Report by Mark Everton, CEO & Cydney Marks-Nicholes, Sports Business Development Manager from Explore Seattle Southside:
   • The economic impact of FIFA
   • Sports Commission Update 
   • Fan Zones Update
   • FIFA Club Cup Update
4. Port of Seattle Report with Julie Collins, Director of Customer Experience Initiatives
5. 2026 FIFA World Cup Local Organizing Committee Update, Dylan Ordonez, Director of Government & Community Affairs 
6. Questions & Answers
7. Closing Remarks