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April 15 | 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Live on Zoom & Facebook | Livestreamed & Recorded

Curious how this year’s legislative session will affect your business and community? Join GSBA and our expert lobbying team for a fast-paced, insightful discussion on key policy outcomes and what’s ahead. Submit your questions in advance and hear directly from the people shaping Washington’s economic future.

Have questions about the millionaire tax, automated license plate readers, the name change process, or state budget? We've got you covered. 

We will discuss hot topics that came up during this legislative sessions, GSBA's work in Olympia, and recent legislative changes that will impact the small business community. 

April 15, 12-1pm. Interview conversation with time for Q+A.

Want to start the conversation now? Read over our most recent blog post on the 2026 WA Legislative Session Recap. 

Registration is not necessary but if you have a question, register to submit it to the team.

Featured Speakers:

Jean M. Leonard, JD
A seasoned lobbyist with over 30 years of experience, Jean has represented industries from tech tothe arts. A South Seattle native, she’s passionate about public policy and enjoys gardening and managing her family’s oyster farm (even though she doesn’t eat them!).

Katie Kolan, JD
Katie brings 15 years of expertise in legislative strategy and policy advocacy, with a background in healthcare, tech, and business. She lives in South Puget Sound and loves exploring the area by bike.

Annie McGrath
With two decades of experience in business advocacy and trade association leadership, Annie champions pro-business policies across Washington. Outside of work, she enjoys family time, travel, and relaxing with her pug.

Moderated by Gabe Neuman, GSBA Policy Counsel & Government Relations Manager

While we are actively involved in issue campaigns and policy change, GSBA is a non-partisan organization and does not endorse candidates for office.

This live Q&A session is made possible by the GSBA advocacy programming support of DoorDash