Microenterprise network urges continued support for technical assistance and microloans

Oct 9, 2026

The Washington State Microenterprise Association highlighted work supporting microentrepreneurs statewide — training nonprofits, grantmaking and a navigator (Evergreen Biz Link) — and reported recent outcomes including 5,700 businesses served and ~$2.7M in microloans/grants.

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Lisa Smith, executive director of the Washington State Microenterprise Association, briefed commissioners on the network's work to support microentrepreneurs across Washington through training, grant making and a navigational tool, Evergreen Biz Link.

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