Gov. Gregoire’s statement on Forbes’ Best States for Business rankings

OLYMPIA – Gov. Chris Gregoire today issued the following statement on the Forbes.com rankings of Best States for Business, which ranked Washington #2 in the nation, up from #3 last year:

“I am delighted that Washington increased its position in the Forbes.com rankings. Our high ranking is a testament to Washington’s strong workforce training programs, our schools, the ingenuity of the state’s companies, our superior global ties and our desirable quality of life.

“The Forbes.com ranking showcases the collaborative work of state and local agencies to promote economic development and grow jobs throughout Washington. But make no mistake, we are not resting on our laurels. I pledge to continue to work closely with state, business and labor leaders to further improve our competitiveness climate and become the best state in the nation to do business.”