Shota Nakajima. Photograph: Carlton Canary
For a fleeting moment early in 2020, Seattle seemed powerless. A lethal virus, circulating for weeks undetected, with no cure in sight? Time to turn off our sun lamps and throw on Pearl Jam’s “Black.” Instead, in the nearly two years since Covid-19 arrived here, the city has leaned on its political, cultural, technological, and scientific might to crush curves and summon a more resilient path forward. Influence has revealed itself in both traditionally overlooked cliques (infectious disease doctors, who knew!) and the usual suspects (hello, tech titans). In this latest iteration of Seattle life, their power can be seen all around us.
100 of the Most Influential People in Seattle
Our full list of politicians, chefs, scientists, athletes, tech titans, and other local leaders who shape the most vital components of our city.
10 of the Most Influential People in Seattle Food and Drink
The chefs and owners who shape Seattle hospitality.
The Most Influential People in Seattle Politics
Politicians, consultants, and other local leaders who make and shape our laws.
The Most Influential People in Seattle Arts
The makers and maestros that help this city express itself.
10 of Seattle’s Most Influential Thinkers
The academics, authors, and activists who shift our ideas.
8 of the Most Influential People in Seattle Fashion
The style mavens who give our sartorially scorned city an underappreciated look.
The Most Influential People in Seattle Tech and Business
The C-suiters and financial backers who stimulate our job market.
The Most Influential People in Seattle Neighborhoods
The housing advocates and real estate titans who frame how we use our space.
The Most Influential Scientists, Doctors, and Environmentalists in Seattle
Health and climate champions who do the most vital work.
The Most Influential People in Seattle Sports, Travel, and Recreation
Athletes, adventure-seekers, and transit buffs who guide the way we move.
Seattle’s Famous, and Not-So-Famous, Philanthropists
The donations of the Gates and Bezos clans are scrutinized around the world. Can you name other members of the city's moneyed elite?
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