Impact the Leaders of Tomorrow—Be a Judge

Now you can make a difference for the next generation with only a few hours. At Washington Business Week, high school students learn crucial life skills as they role-play as industry professionals, launch a company, and solve real-world challenges. Who will be the winning team? You be the judge!

At our end-of-week competition, the fresh faces and questions of the judges are what make our events both challenging and unforgettable. You’ll return to work on Monday refreshed and inspired by the innovation and teamwork of the next generation.

Stockholders Presentation

At the Stockholders Presentations, evaluate student performance as they run a business using our new business simulation software WILE – Washington’s Innovative Learning Environment, and provide feedback on the quality of their presentation and teamwork. Questions are provided in advance.

Virtual Judging

Judging is held on the last day of the selected program week virtually. We will be using Zoom for the student presentations.  Judges will receive an automatic confirmation when they sign up for judging.  WBW staff will contact judges a week prior to the judging date with information and calendar invites.

In-Person Judging

Judging is held on the last day of the selected program week on the campus of the Renton Technical College. Student interns will greet the judges and escort them to Judge training – coffee, tea, fruit, and pastries provided.  Judges will receive an automatic confirmation when they sign up for judging. Lunch will be provided after judging and the trade show. WBW staff will contact judges a week prior to the judging date with information and calendar invites.

Judging Dates 2023

Virtual Judging will occur from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

In-Person Judging will occur from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Register to be a 2023 Judge here.

Questions? Please contact  WBW at 253.237.3545 or e-mail.