GSBA: Capitol Hill
GSBA: Capitol Hill is tackling Safety in the neighborhood
Capitol Hill’s commitment to public safety just got stronger with the addition of Jen Carl (she/her) as GSBA’s new Neighborhood Safety Coordinator. Funded through the city’s latest public safety initiatives, this role has already become a vital part of connecting local businesses, residents, and city departments to address safety concerns in the heart of the neighborhood. Since stepping into the position, Jen has brought her diverse background in criminal justice, community outreach, and advocacy to the forefront—building relationships, supporting impacted business owners, and working to ensure Capitol Hill remains a safe, welcoming place for all.
Capitol Hill's Safety Coordinator: Jen Carl
Meet Jen
Jen's Resources
Say hello to Capitol Hill's newest safety contact.
Capitol Hill's Membership Manager: Alison Scott
Alison's Resources
Alison is ready to answer all your membership questions!
GSBA Director of Policy and Advocacy: Gabriel Neuman
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Your Neighborhood Chamber
GSBA: Capitol Hill is a program of GSBA.
We’re the neighborhood’s chamber of commerce. We are dedicated to ensuring a healthy, vibrant, and diverse neighborhood business community for all. GSBA: Capitol Hill provides business development, engagement, and advocacy for Capitol Hill businesses and nonprofits who are committed to our collective economic vitality.
To connect directly with GSBA: Capitol Hill’s Program Manager, email Alison Scott at
alisons@thegsba.org
. She can help you with membership questions, connect you to other business owners, and help you locate resources that support your business.
About the Neighborhood
Capitol Hill has the highest concentration of small businesses in Washington State. It is home to hundreds of small businesses including some of Seattle’s best restaurants and shopping.
This neighborhood is one of the city’s most economically and culturally important business districts, as well as Seattle’s historic epicenter for the LGBTQ business and residential community.
Programs and Events
Hill Talks
Quarterly in-person networking opportunities where civic and community engagement intertwine. These gatherings bring Capitol Hill business owners and operators together to strengthen connections and collaboration. Annual HillTalks include a Civic Engagement reception with primary election candidates and a Who’s Who on Capitol Hill event highlighting major neighborhood organizations and initiatives.
Coffee Talk with Alison Scott
Join Senior Membership Development Manager
Alison
for a casual hangout every third Thursday at a rotating coffee shop in Capitol Hill.
No agenda, no specific topics—just an opportunity to meet fellow Capitol Hill business owners and members who live or work in the neighborhood. Bring your laptop if you’d like to co-work.
Find Coffee Talk on the Calendar
Safety and Community Calls
GSBA Capitol Hill’s response to ongoing neighborhood safety concerns is a monthly facilitated online conversation with Capitol Hill stakeholders. These calls provide updates on safety initiatives, share important community information, and highlight opportunities to stay connected.
If you are interested in participating in this monthly conversation,
please sign up here.
Safety Learning Series
The Safety Learning Series is a monthly training program focused on building practical, real-world safety knowledge for Capitol Hill businesses, staff, and community members.
Hosted by Jen Carl, each session is different and will bring together invited safety officials, community organizations, and local leaders to share tools, best practices, and actionable guidance. Trainings may be held in person or virtually, depending on the topic.
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Partnerships
15
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Avenue BIA
Broadway Business Improvement Area (BBIA)
Cal Anderson Park Alliance (CAPA)
Capitol Hill Arts District Streaming Festival
Capitol Hill EcoDistrict
Capitol Hill Events Survey 2019
CHS Capitol Hill Seattle Blog
(media partner)
City of Seattle Office of Economic Development
LGBTQ-Affirming Affordable Senior Housing
Pike/Pine Renaissance
Pike/Pine Urban Neighborhood Council (PPUNC)
SDOT Curbspace Access Sounding Board
Seattle Central College
Seattle PrideFest
(Capitol Hill Pride)
Seattle University
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Premier Partners
Safety Flyer
GSBA: Capitol Hill is dedicated to the safety of all businesses located on Capitol Hill. Please download and reference
THIS FLYER
when addressing issues regarding the safety of your business and customers.
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