Tech, Trade, & Innovation: Powering Prosperity and Progress
At Cascadia Foreign Policy, we facilitate dialogue, partnerships, and informed research that drive innovation, enhance trade, and strengthen the tech and innovation economy—ensuring the Pacific Northwest remains a dynamic, competitive, and prosperous region. Our goal is to engage leaders, companies, and communities in shaping a future defined by smart investments, global connections, and robust economic growth.
Our Priorities
We highlight and analyze the impact of regional industries critical to our economy, including shipping and ports, maritime innovation, software and technology startups, aerospace, and agriculture. Our work provides insights and research to foster job creation, innovation, and sustainable growth.
We offer balanced analysis on trade policies and economic legislation—such as the CHIPS Act—to help Pacific Northwest businesses and communities navigate opportunities and challenges. Our research aims to enhance regional competitiveness and resilience in a changing global economic landscape.
Through our Pacific Northwest Leadership Council, we bring together innovators, entrepreneurs, and policy influencers from across the region. This dynamic forum fosters collaboration, shares insights, and encourages strategic dialogue aligned with regional values and economic priorities.