Tacoma Business Council

Building a Stronger Tacoma

Business leaders working together to create a safer, more prosperous city where businesses — and families — thrive.

Who We Are

Tacoma Business Council (TBC) is a coalition of local business owners, employers, and community leaders advocating for smart policies that strengthen Tacoma’s economy, improve public safety, and protect the future of local business. We work directly with city leaders, law enforcement, and the community to drive practical solutions — not just talk. Because when businesses thrive, Tacoma thrives.

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Jessica Johnston

Here is her bio: Jessica Johnston is a longtime Hilltop resident, small business advocate, and community connector running to bring practical, compassionate leadership to Tacoma. She’s spent the last nine years working across neighborhoods to build stronger business districts, improve public safety, support creative housing solutions, and lift up the voices of people who often go unheard.

Tacoma Business Council overview

The Tacoma Business Council (sometimes abbreviated TBC) is a local business-oriented group in Tacoma, Washington focused on advocacy and community engagement for area business owners. It has organized public forums and events, including town hall-style sessions on issues important to local businesses such as public safety and policing.
While the council has organized community events with local officials and business owners, publicly available sources indicate limited formal online information about its structure, membership, nonprofit status, or official business registration.

Kristen Wynne

Kristen Wynne has served as President and Chair of the Tacoma Business Council. In this capacity she has helped organize and host council events aimed at addressing business community concerns, such as a 2022 interview/Q&A with the Tacoma Police Chief on topics like crime and city responses to business owner issues.Her leadership in the Tacoma Business Council positioned her as a spokesperson for the group during its early public engagements.
Outside her role with the council, Wynne is owner of Historic 1625 Weddings & Events in Tacoma, a well-established venue business. She practiced law for about 15 years before transitioning to event services.

Other public involvement

Kristen Wynne has been active in the Tacoma community outside of the business council. She appears to maintain a public presence in local civic discussions, including other community roles or public service interests.

Our Impact

Hosted major public safety and crime summits at LeMay Car Museum and CourtHouse Square
Engaged over 600 viewers through a virtual town hall with the Tacoma Police Chief
Organized a Municipal Court judicial candidates forum to inform voters
Led advocacy efforts supporting Tacoma’s camping ordinance
Produced a comprehensive voter guide for Pierce County and Tacoma elections
Supported local families through community giving initiatives
Honored Tacoma Police Department officers with an annual appreciation lunch

What We Do

Our Impact

Hosted major public safety and crime summits at LeMay Car Museum and CourtHouse Square
Engaged over 600 viewers through a virtual town hall with the Tacoma Police Chief
Organized a Municipal Court judicial candidates forum to inform voters
Led advocacy efforts supporting Tacoma’s camping ordinance
Produced a comprehensive voter guide for Pierce County and Tacoma elections
Supported local families through community giving initiatives
Honored Tacoma Police Department officers with an annual appreciation lunch