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Presented by iZone Corp

South King County
Opportunity Expo

Find a Job. Start a Business. Buy a Home. Take Care of Your Family.
A free community event bringing jobs, business resources, home financing, health, legal, and everyday support all into one afternoon.

● Saturday, April 17, 2027
● 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
● South King County, WA — Location TBD
● Free Admission
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Guests connecting at a community networking reception
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Opportunity Zones
Jobs, business, home, health, legal, and everyday needs — all in one place.
30
Exhibitor Booths
Our first-year target, with room to grow to 50 if demand is strong.
100+
Attendees Expected
Families and individuals from across South King County.
FREE
Community Admission
Open to everyone — no cost, no documentation required to attend.
About the Expo

One afternoon. Every opportunity a family needs.

The South King County Opportunity Expo, presented by iZone Corp, brings employers, businesses, banks, colleges, healthcare providers, government agencies, and community organizations together — all in one place.

This event is for everyone: job seekers, business owners, families, students, first-time homebuyers, immigrants, refugees, single parents, and people from every community and faith in South King County.

Our promise: every person who walks through the door should leave with a connection, an answer, or an opportunity.

We plan to have materials and outreach in English, Somali, Arabic, Amharic, Oromo, Tigrinya, Spanish, and other languages, depending on our partners.

What You'll Find at the Expo

Six Opportunity Zones. One clear path to what you need.

Come with a specific need, and find the right organization to help — whether that's a job, a business idea, a home, your health, legal help, or everyday support.

Zone 01

Jobs & Careers

Employers hiring now, staffing agencies, same-day interviews, resume help, trade and CDL training, ESL, college enrollment, and credit transfer for degrees earned abroad.

Zone 02

Start & Grow a Business

Business licensing, SBA/SBDC resources, how to open a coffee shop, daycare, or homecare business, bank loans, credit building, nonprofit grants, and government contract bidding.

Zone 03

Home & Money

Conventional and Islamic (halal) home financing, first-time homebuyer programs, down-payment assistance, and credit counseling.

Zone 04

Health, Wellness & Family

Healthcare and dental, mental health and wellness support, childcare and after-school enrollment, and foster parent licensing.

Zone 05

Legal, Immigration & Family Resources

Immigration attorneys, refugee resettlement support, family law resources, citizenship classes, and interpretation services.

Zone 06

Everyday Life & Basic Needs

Food, housing and utility assistance, transportation help, free tax prep, single-parent support, and phone assistance programs.

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Zone 01 — Jobs & Careers

Find a job. Build your skills.

Employers, training programs, and colleges in one room.

  • Employers hiring right now
  • Staffing agencies
  • Same-day or scheduled interviews
  • Resume and interview help
  • Trade careers — electrical, plumbing, HVAC, construction
  • CDL and transportation careers
  • ESL and workplace English classes
  • Community colleges and universities
  • Transferring college credits earned abroad
  • Adult student and financial aid support
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Zone 02 — Start & Grow a Business

From an idea to a licensed business.

Practical answers for entrepreneurs and nonprofits alike.

  • Small business licensing and planning
  • SBA and SBDC resources
  • How to open a coffee shop
  • How to start a daycare or adult daycare
  • How to start a homecare business
  • How to open an after-school program
  • How to get a bank loan
  • Building personal and business credit
  • Grants for small businesses and nonprofits
  • Bidding on government contracts

This zone also highlights local entrepreneurs and Black-owned businesses as part of the broader South King County business community.

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Zone 03 — Home & Money

On the path to owning a home.

Featured workshop: How to Buy Your First Home.

  • Conventional home financing
  • Islamic (halal) home financing
  • First-time homebuyer programs
  • Down-payment assistance
  • Credit counseling
  • Financial education
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Zone 04 — Health, Wellness & Family

Care for the whole family.

Mental health has its own dedicated space here — not an afterthought.

  • Healthcare and community health centers
  • Dental and pediatric services
  • Senior services
  • Counseling and therapy services
  • Culturally responsive, trauma-informed providers
  • Support groups for grief, trauma, and resettlement stress
  • Youth and teen mental health resources
  • Childcare centers currently enrolling
  • After-school programs currently enrolling
  • Becoming a foster parent
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Zone 05 — Legal, Immigration & Family Resources

Trusted help, in your language.

Legal aid and immigration support for New Americans.

  • Immigration attorneys and legal aid
  • Refugee resettlement support
  • Family law — custody, child support, divorce/separation
  • Citizenship and naturalization classes
  • ESL classes
  • Interpretation and translation services
  • Cultural and faith-based organizations
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Zone 06 — Everyday Life & Basic Needs

Practical help for everyday life.

Especially for single parents, new arrivals, and working families.

  • SNAP and WIC enrollment
  • Rental and eviction-prevention assistance
  • Utility bill assistance
  • Food banks and diaper banks
  • ORCA LIFT transit enrollment
  • Driver's license information
  • Apple Health (Medicaid) enrollment
  • Working Connections Child Care for working parents
  • Domestic violence support and safety resources
  • Free tax prep (VITA) and ITIN help
  • Lifeline phone assistance
  • Free ESL and citizenship classes through the library
Also at the Expo

A Community Marketplace, and a neutral civic presence.

Community Marketplace

Local Businesses & Services

Insurance, real estate, phone and internet providers, auto dealers, salons, tax prep, and food vendors — kept separate from the free resource zones so services stay easy to find.

Public Safety

Community Resources Table

Community policing and safety information, presented in a low-key, welcoming way.

Civic Engagement

Nonpartisan Voter Table

Voter registration and how local government works, run by a neutral organization. No active political campaigning is hosted at this event.

A Welcoming Event

Built to be comfortable for every community.

A "Get Help Today" desk connects every visitor with the right table for their need — no documentation status required to attend or get help.

Multilingual Outreach

Materials and interpretation help in several languages.

Family-Friendly

A children's area and a welcoming space for the whole family.

Halal Food Options

Food options that respect dietary needs.

Prayer Space

Available if the venue allows.

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✦ This is who the Expo is for
Why We're Doing This

One person walking in with a question — and walking out with a next step.

Maybe it's a mom looking for childcare so she can go back to work. A young man ready for his first trade apprenticeship. A couple exploring halal home financing for the first time. A new arrival who just needs someone to explain a form in their language.

The Opportunity Expo exists for that one moment of connection — repeated hundreds of times over a single afternoon, across every booth, in every language we can offer.

Our promise: every person who walks through the door should leave with a connection, an answer, or an opportunity.
Come to the Expo

Free to attend. Everyone is welcome.

No cost, no documentation status required. Register in advance so we can plan for the day — or simply walk in on April 17.

Exhibit at the Expo

One booth. One price. Same package for everyone.

Each booth includes a 10' × 10' space, a 6-foot table, 2 chairs, and booth signage. No add-ons or premium booth charges. Electricity and Wi-Fi are not included and depend on the venue.

Regular Rate
$499
Per booth · after the first 15 early-bird spaces are filled
Request a Booth
Booth availability: 30 booths for our first year, with room to grow to 50 if demand is strong.
Who We're InvitingOrganization Types
Employers & StaffingLocal hiring companies, staffing and temp agencies
Trade & TransportationTrade unions, CDL schools, apprenticeship programs
EducationCommunity colleges, universities, ESL programs, credential evaluation services
Business & GrantsCity/county licensing offices, SBDC, banks, credit unions, community foundations
Government ContractsCity/county procurement and minority-business offices
Childcare & Foster CareLicensed daycare centers, after-school programs, foster care agencies
Immigration & LegalLegal aid organizations, family law attorneys, resettlement agencies, mosques, cultural associations
Mental HealthCounseling centers, culturally specific wellness organizations
Basic NeedsSNAP/WIC offices, housing and utility assistance programs, food banks
Community MarketplaceInsurance agents, real estate agents, phone/internet providers, auto dealers, salons, tax prep companies
Give Your Time

Help make the Expo a success.

Volunteers welcome guests, help with wayfinding, support interpretation, and keep the day running smoothly — no experience needed, just a willingness to help South King County families.

Registration & Check-In

Greet guests and help them get started.

Zone Wayfinding

Guide attendees to the right resources.

Interpretation Support

Multilingual volunteers are especially needed.

Setup & Teardown

Help before doors open and after they close.

Event Schedule

Saturday, April 17, 2027

1:00 – 3:00 PM
Exhibitor setup
3:00 PM
Doors open
3:00 – 7:00 PM
Expo open to the public
7:00 PM
Expo closes
7:00 – 8:00 PM
Exhibitor breakdown
Important Policies

Good to know before you register.

Admission

Free for the community.

Exhibitor Payment

Required to reserve a booth.

Insurance

Exhibitors must follow venue insurance and liability requirements.

Food Vendors

Must follow Public Health – Seattle & King County requirements.

Cancellation and refund policy will be published before registration opens. Exhibiting does not mean iZone Corp endorses any exhibitor — attendees are encouraged to compare options, especially for financial, housing, legal, and healthcare services.

Ready to Participate?

Register to attend, request a booth, become a sponsor, or volunteer.

Choose the option that fits you and complete the form on our registration page.

Free · No Payment

Register to Attend

Free admission for the whole family. Registering in advance helps us plan, but walk-ins are always welcome.

Register to Attend — Free
$399 / $499 · Paid

Request a Booth

Reserve your 10'×10' booth space. Early-bird pricing available for the first 15 exhibitors.

Request a Booth
$1,500 – $5,000 · Paid

Become a Sponsor

Choose your sponsorship level and help make this expo possible for South King County families.

Become a Sponsor
Free · Volunteer

Volunteer to Help

Help make the Expo a success — no experience needed, just a willingness to help.

Volunteer to Help

Registration deadline: Friday, March 26, 2027.

Questions About the Expo?

We're here to help you find your place at the Expo.

Whether you're planning to attend, want to exhibit, or are considering a sponsorship, our Community Engagement Department is ready to help.

People should leave with a connection, an answer, or an opportunity.

Contact the Expo Team

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Email
info@izonecorp.net
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Contact Person
Hodan Mohamed
Event Coordinator, Community Engagement Department
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Location
South King County, Washington
Venue to be announced
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