The Greater Kitsap Chamber invites you to join community and industry leaders for Ready Kitsap: 2026 Business & Tourism Summit, a one-day readiness and strategy event designed to help local businesses and nonprofits prepare for the influx of visitors to our region in Summer 2026. As the world’s largest sporting event brings global attention to our region, this summit will ensure Kitsap County is ready to meet the moment.

Why Attend

Seattle’s selection as a host city for the FIFA World Cup means Kitsap will experience record visitor traffic, spending, and exposure. This event will equip you with practical tools and action plans to:

• Prepare your operations for increased demand

• Strengthen workforce and staffing strategies

• Position your brand to capture visitor interest

• Maximize tourism impact and visitor experience

• Understand essential safety and awareness topics, including human trafficking prevention

• Leverage partnerships, communication channels, and regional alignment

Attendees will learn directly from experts and advisors from:

• Washington State Department of Commerce

• Seattle Metro Chamber

• Visit Seattle

• Local economic and tourism leaders

• Kitsap-based businesses planning activations & strategizing for their industry