Department of Commerce Agency Overview & Vision

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Department of Commerce Agency Overview & Vision, a presentation by Director Joe Nguyễn dated February 5, 2025, from the Washington State Department of Commerce. It says the department has experienced exponential growth in the last 10 years, with the total budget up 400% since the 2015-2017 biennium and operating dollars growing nearly 500%. The presentation says the team grew to nearly 800 employees and that 76% of the budget comes from state resources, with most of the growth driven by Housing and CCA investments. It lists foundation needs: upgrade IT infrastructure, centralize operations, align with legislative intent and stakeholders, and empower the Commerce team.

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Department of
Commerce
Agency Overview & Vision

Joe Nguyễn
DIRECTOR


FEBRUARY 5, 2025

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        We strengthen communities


HOUSING AND                    INFRASTRUCTURE AND   SMALL BUSINESS
HOMELESSNESS                   BROADBAND            ASSISTANCE          ENERGY




PLANNING AND TECH                                   CRIME VICTIMS AND   ECONOMIC
ASSISTANCE                     COMMUNITY SERVICES   PUBLIC SAFETY       DEVELOPMENT


       WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE                                        2
The Department of Commerce has experienced
exponential growth in the last 10 years.
The total Department of Commerce budget has grown 400% since the 2015-2017 biennium with
operating dollars growing nearly 500%.




WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE                                                    3
Increased funding grew our team to nearly 800
employees at The Department of Commerce.
 Nearly 60% of the team at Commerce have
 been hired within the last 3 years.

                                     +440



   326                 762

December 2021      December 2024




WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE         4
  Commerce is largely funded by state dollars that
  support over 200+ programs.
76% of the total Commerce budget comes
from state resources with most of the growth
driven by Housing and CCA investments.
• Commerce oversees a range
  of issues across 5 divisions;
    • Economic Development
    • Housing
    • Community Services
    • Energy
    • Local Government


Commerce Programs



 WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE             5
  We need to strengthen our foundation to better
  serve: You Can’t Pour from an Empty Cup

Rapid growth outpaced our organizational structure,
creating challenges that need to be addressed.
• Upgrade IT Infrastructure: Modern, secure systems
  improve efficiency, transparency, and service delivery.
• Centralize Operations: Breaking down silos boosts
  coordination, resource-sharing, and impact.
• Align with Legislative Intent & Stakeholders: Ensure
  policies, funding, and programs meet real needs.
• Empower the Commerce Team: Support staff with tools
  and structure to maximize effectiveness.


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 WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE                                            6
Commerce will lead the way in delivering innovation
and exceptional customer service.
Statewide Commitment: Commerce will serve all Washingtonians, ensuring equitable
access to resources, opportunities, and support across communities in the state.




WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE                                            7
             www.commerce.wa.gov




Thank You!


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