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Ideas, outcomes, and the work behind them.
A curated collection of profiles, interviews, and reporting about Joe’s work across technology, public service, economic development, and regional business leadership.
From public housing to chamber leader
A wide-ranging profile of Joe’s family story, public service, relationship with small business, and vision for Seattle’s economy.
Northwest Asian Weekly via Seattle Metro ChamberLeadership
Don’t take success for granted
On regional competitiveness, Seattle’s technology economy, and why economic opportunity must remain available to the next generation.
GeekWire Conversation May 6, 2026Why the Seattle Chamber hired a progressive as CEO
A look at the bridge between progressive values, business leadership, and the Chamber’s evolving civic role.
KUOW Policy May 15, 2026Seattle weighs a pause on large data centers
Joe argues for practical, outcomes-focused policy as Seattle weighs the economic and energy implications of AI infrastructure.
Axios SeattlePublic service
Can one agency reboot Washington state?
How Joe brought an engineering mindset, AI tools, and a focus on measurable outcomes to state government.
GeekWire Interview April 17, 2025Inside Olympia: Washington Commerce Director Joe Nguyen
A long-form conversation about trade, economic development, government agility, and Washington’s exposure to global change.
TVW Climate policy January 4, 2023Cap-and-trade takes effect in Washington state
Coverage of Washington’s climate programs and Joe’s emphasis on implementing them carefully enough to achieve their intended results.
Axios SeattlePersonal
Finding the road to service
The experiences and relationships that moved Joe from finance and technology toward community and public service.
Seattle University Personal May 15, 2026Joe Nguyen’s perfect Seattle day
A quieter view of home: family breakfast, neighborhood festivals, the outdoors, and cooking for friends.
Axios SeattlePress & speaking
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