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Reflecting on Black History Month

February 21, 2025

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Bus in city, public transit

Transit Employees Can Help Prevent Human Trafficking

Bus in city, public transit

Transit Employees Can Help Prevent Human Trafficking

Bus in city, public transit

Transit Employees Can Help Prevent Human Trafficking

Bus in city, public transit

Transit Employees Can Help Prevent Human Trafficking

BECU staff with You Are Not Alone posters

How BECU Strives to Prevent Human Trafficking with BEST

February 26, 2025

BECU staff with You Are Not Alone posters

How BECU Strives to Prevent Human Trafficking with BEST

February 26, 2025

BECU staff with You Are Not Alone posters

How BECU Strives to Prevent Human Trafficking with BEST

February 26, 2025

BECU staff with You Are Not Alone posters

How BECU Strives to Prevent Human Trafficking with BEST

February 26, 2025

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New Partnership is Expanding Human Trafficking Prevention Training to Hotels in Pennsylvania

BEST has partnered up with the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association (PRLA)

New Partnership is Expanding Human Trafficking Prevention Training to Hotels in Pennsylvania

BEST has partnered up with the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association (PRLA)

New Partnership is Expanding Human Trafficking Prevention Training to Hotels in Pennsylvania

BEST has partnered up with the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association (PRLA)

New Partnership is Expanding Human Trafficking Prevention Training to Hotels in Pennsylvania

BEST has partnered up with the Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association (PRLA)

An attorney’s perspective on how sex trafficking harms children and businesses

I used to only think about sex trafficking as part of the worst scenarios portrayed in television and movies.

An attorney’s perspective on how sex trafficking harms children and businesses

I used to only think about sex trafficking as part of the worst scenarios portrayed in television and movies.

An attorney’s perspective on how sex trafficking harms children and businesses

I used to only think about sex trafficking as part of the worst scenarios portrayed in television and movies.

An attorney’s perspective on how sex trafficking harms children and businesses

I used to only think about sex trafficking as part of the worst scenarios portrayed in television and movies.

When We All Choose to Give Together, it Adds Up to a Lot

Our biggest day of charitable giving of the year is coming up on May 8.

When We All Choose to Give Together, it Adds Up to a Lot

Our biggest day of charitable giving of the year is coming up on May 8.

When We All Choose to Give Together, it Adds Up to a Lot

Our biggest day of charitable giving of the year is coming up on May 8.

When We All Choose to Give Together, it Adds Up to a Lot

Our biggest day of charitable giving of the year is coming up on May 8.

Hotel Heroes: Toni Atkins, California State Senator

California Senator, Toni Atkins, knows something about trail-blazing.

Hotel Heroes: Toni Atkins, California State Senator

California Senator, Toni Atkins, knows something about trail-blazing.

Hotel Heroes: Toni Atkins, California State Senator

California Senator, Toni Atkins, knows something about trail-blazing.

Hotel Heroes: Toni Atkins, California State Senator

California Senator, Toni Atkins, knows something about trail-blazing.

BEST Basics offers free online anti-trafficking training for all businesses

Most responsible businesses may know about the supply chain problem of human trafficking

BEST Basics offers free online anti-trafficking training for all businesses

Most responsible businesses may know about the supply chain problem of human trafficking

BEST Basics offers free online anti-trafficking training for all businesses

Most responsible businesses may know about the supply chain problem of human trafficking

BEST Basics offers free online anti-trafficking training for all businesses

Most responsible businesses may know about the supply chain problem of human trafficking

Waldron provides job prep workshops for survivors

One of the most difficult barriers to recovery for people exiting a life of exploitation is a lack of economic alternati

Waldron provides job prep workshops for survivors

One of the most difficult barriers to recovery for people exiting a life of exploitation is a lack of economic alternati

Waldron provides job prep workshops for survivors

One of the most difficult barriers to recovery for people exiting a life of exploitation is a lack of economic alternati

Waldron provides job prep workshops for survivors

One of the most difficult barriers to recovery for people exiting a life of exploitation is a lack of economic alternati

The Port of Seattle led a public awareness campaign for human trafficking awareness month

If you spent time commuting or traveling last January, you may have seen a large ad on the side of a bus or a poster

The Port of Seattle led a public awareness campaign for human trafficking awareness month

If you spent time commuting or traveling last January, you may have seen a large ad on the side of a bus or a poster

The Port of Seattle led a public awareness campaign for human trafficking awareness month

If you spent time commuting or traveling last January, you may have seen a large ad on the side of a bus or a poster

The Port of Seattle led a public awareness campaign for human trafficking awareness month

If you spent time commuting or traveling last January, you may have seen a large ad on the side of a bus or a poster

Three more state hotel associations are now using BEST’s training

BEST strives to create a world in which no one is trafficked.

Three more state hotel associations are now using BEST’s training

BEST strives to create a world in which no one is trafficked.

Three more state hotel associations are now using BEST’s training

BEST strives to create a world in which no one is trafficked.

Three more state hotel associations are now using BEST’s training

BEST strives to create a world in which no one is trafficked.

BEST delivers regional trainings for the Econo Lodge Franchisee Association

Helping hotel owners and their staff prevent human trafficking is important to the Econo Lodge Franchisee Association

BEST delivers regional trainings for the Econo Lodge Franchisee Association

Helping hotel owners and their staff prevent human trafficking is important to the Econo Lodge Franchisee Association

BEST delivers regional trainings for the Econo Lodge Franchisee Association

Helping hotel owners and their staff prevent human trafficking is important to the Econo Lodge Franchisee Association

BEST delivers regional trainings for the Econo Lodge Franchisee Association

Helping hotel owners and their staff prevent human trafficking is important to the Econo Lodge Franchisee Association

Safe Jobs employers begin Stress, Trauma and Resilience Training

In November, BEST began offering our newest training, the Stress, Trauma, and Resilience Training

Safe Jobs employers begin Stress, Trauma and Resilience Training

In November, BEST began offering our newest training, the Stress, Trauma, and Resilience Training

Safe Jobs employers begin Stress, Trauma and Resilience Training

In November, BEST began offering our newest training, the Stress, Trauma, and Resilience Training

Safe Jobs employers begin Stress, Trauma and Resilience Training

In November, BEST began offering our newest training, the Stress, Trauma, and Resilience Training

She's Our Tomorrow. Keep Her Safe Today.

BEST is working hard to prevent human trafficking and keep our youth of tomorrow safe today.

She's Our Tomorrow. Keep Her Safe Today.

BEST is working hard to prevent human trafficking and keep our youth of tomorrow safe today.

She's Our Tomorrow. Keep Her Safe Today.

BEST is working hard to prevent human trafficking and keep our youth of tomorrow safe today.

She's Our Tomorrow. Keep Her Safe Today.

BEST is working hard to prevent human trafficking and keep our youth of tomorrow safe today.

The Texas Hotel & Lodging Association launches BEST's training

The real heroes in the war against human trafficking are often people doing everyday jobs who notice something usual.

The Texas Hotel & Lodging Association launches BEST's training

The real heroes in the war against human trafficking are often people doing everyday jobs who notice something usual.

The Texas Hotel & Lodging Association launches BEST's training

The real heroes in the war against human trafficking are often people doing everyday jobs who notice something usual.

The Texas Hotel & Lodging Association launches BEST's training

The real heroes in the war against human trafficking are often people doing everyday jobs who notice something usual.

Hotel Heroes: Alison Galioto, Vice President of Operations for Hospitality Associates

Recently, we were able to speak with Alison Galioto, VP of Operations for Hospitality Associates

Hotel Heroes: Alison Galioto, Vice President of Operations for Hospitality Associates

Recently, we were able to speak with Alison Galioto, VP of Operations for Hospitality Associates

Hotel Heroes: Alison Galioto, Vice President of Operations for Hospitality Associates

Recently, we were able to speak with Alison Galioto, VP of Operations for Hospitality Associates

Hotel Heroes: Alison Galioto, Vice President of Operations for Hospitality Associates

Recently, we were able to speak with Alison Galioto, VP of Operations for Hospitality Associates

Potelco Joins BEST’s Employers Alliance

BEST is proud to announce that Potelco has joined our Employers Alliance.

Potelco Joins BEST’s Employers Alliance

BEST is proud to announce that Potelco has joined our Employers Alliance.

Potelco Joins BEST’s Employers Alliance

BEST is proud to announce that Potelco has joined our Employers Alliance.

Potelco Joins BEST’s Employers Alliance

BEST is proud to announce that Potelco has joined our Employers Alliance.

One Leader’s Story: Making Positive Change Happen for UPS

Visionary business leaders know how to inspire others.

One Leader’s Story: Making Positive Change Happen for UPS

Visionary business leaders know how to inspire others.

One Leader’s Story: Making Positive Change Happen for UPS

Visionary business leaders know how to inspire others.

One Leader’s Story: Making Positive Change Happen for UPS

Visionary business leaders know how to inspire others.

Non-Profit Agency Partnership: Visit Seattle Joins BEST’s Employer’s Alliance

Seattle isn’t a massive city by any means, but, like any metropolitan hub, a short visit can be overwhelming.

Non-Profit Agency Partnership: Visit Seattle Joins BEST’s Employer’s Alliance

Seattle isn’t a massive city by any means, but, like any metropolitan hub, a short visit can be overwhelming.

Non-Profit Agency Partnership: Visit Seattle Joins BEST’s Employer’s Alliance

Seattle isn’t a massive city by any means, but, like any metropolitan hub, a short visit can be overwhelming.

Non-Profit Agency Partnership: Visit Seattle Joins BEST’s Employer’s Alliance

Seattle isn’t a massive city by any means, but, like any metropolitan hub, a short visit can be overwhelming.

Make a BIG Impact with GiveBIG

If you’ve ever considered donating to BEST, May 9 is the best day to do so because Business Ending Slavery & Traffickin

Make a BIG Impact with GiveBIG

If you’ve ever considered donating to BEST, May 9 is the best day to do so because Business Ending Slavery & Traffickin

Make a BIG Impact with GiveBIG

If you’ve ever considered donating to BEST, May 9 is the best day to do so because Business Ending Slavery & Traffickin

Make a BIG Impact with GiveBIG

If you’ve ever considered donating to BEST, May 9 is the best day to do so because Business Ending Slavery & Traffickin

Corporate Partner: Spotlight on Passport Unlimited

Back in 1986, Roger Blier, Richard Mueller, and Steve Esau, co-founders of the Kirkland-based company, Passport Unlimite

Corporate Partner: Spotlight on Passport Unlimited

Back in 1986, Roger Blier, Richard Mueller, and Steve Esau, co-founders of the Kirkland-based company, Passport Unlimite

Corporate Partner: Spotlight on Passport Unlimited

Back in 1986, Roger Blier, Richard Mueller, and Steve Esau, co-founders of the Kirkland-based company, Passport Unlimite

Corporate Partner: Spotlight on Passport Unlimited

Back in 1986, Roger Blier, Richard Mueller, and Steve Esau, co-founders of the Kirkland-based company, Passport Unlimite

Man to Man Campaign Aims to Address the Problem of Demand in Combating Sex Trafficking

If there is one industry that has eyes across the country, it’s the trucking industry.

Man to Man Campaign Aims to Address the Problem of Demand in Combating Sex Trafficking

If there is one industry that has eyes across the country, it’s the trucking industry.

Man to Man Campaign Aims to Address the Problem of Demand in Combating Sex Trafficking

If there is one industry that has eyes across the country, it’s the trucking industry.

Man to Man Campaign Aims to Address the Problem of Demand in Combating Sex Trafficking

If there is one industry that has eyes across the country, it’s the trucking industry.

AAHOA & BEST Partner to Promote Human Trafficking Training

This week, the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) teamed up with Businesses Ending Slavery and Trafficking

AAHOA & BEST Partner to Promote Human Trafficking Training

This week, the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) teamed up with Businesses Ending Slavery and Trafficking

AAHOA & BEST Partner to Promote Human Trafficking Training

This week, the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) teamed up with Businesses Ending Slavery and Trafficking

AAHOA & BEST Partner to Promote Human Trafficking Training

This week, the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) teamed up with Businesses Ending Slavery and Trafficking

Inhospitable to Trafficking Training Gets Spanish Translation

Many employees in the hospitality industry speak Spanish as their primary language

Inhospitable to Trafficking Training Gets Spanish Translation

Many employees in the hospitality industry speak Spanish as their primary language

Inhospitable to Trafficking Training Gets Spanish Translation

Many employees in the hospitality industry speak Spanish as their primary language

Inhospitable to Trafficking Training Gets Spanish Translation

Many employees in the hospitality industry speak Spanish as their primary language

SPOTLIGHT: Carlson Wagonlit Travel and the Carlson Family Foundation

Carlson is one of the founding members of the BEST Employers Alliance.

SPOTLIGHT: Carlson Wagonlit Travel and the Carlson Family Foundation

Carlson is one of the founding members of the BEST Employers Alliance.

SPOTLIGHT: Carlson Wagonlit Travel and the Carlson Family Foundation

Carlson is one of the founding members of the BEST Employers Alliance.

SPOTLIGHT: Carlson Wagonlit Travel and the Carlson Family Foundation

Carlson is one of the founding members of the BEST Employers Alliance.

Media Event Advisory: Port of Seattle to Implement Anti-Human Trafficking Efforts

Port of Seattle to Implement Anti-Human Trafficking Efforts

Media Event Advisory: Port of Seattle to Implement Anti-Human Trafficking Efforts

Port of Seattle to Implement Anti-Human Trafficking Efforts

Media Event Advisory: Port of Seattle to Implement Anti-Human Trafficking Efforts

Port of Seattle to Implement Anti-Human Trafficking Efforts

Media Event Advisory: Port of Seattle to Implement Anti-Human Trafficking Efforts

Port of Seattle to Implement Anti-Human Trafficking Efforts

Project Concern International Joins the BEST Employers Alliance

We are delighted to introduce you to Project Concern International (PCI) that recently joined the Employers Alliance.

Project Concern International Joins the BEST Employers Alliance

We are delighted to introduce you to Project Concern International (PCI) that recently joined the Employers Alliance.

Project Concern International Joins the BEST Employers Alliance

We are delighted to introduce you to Project Concern International (PCI) that recently joined the Employers Alliance.

Project Concern International Joins the BEST Employers Alliance

We are delighted to introduce you to Project Concern International (PCI) that recently joined the Employers Alliance.

An Interview with Jane Charles

BEST is thrilled to announce that long time supporter, StolenYouth, has committed to supporting BEST

An Interview with Jane Charles

BEST is thrilled to announce that long time supporter, StolenYouth, has committed to supporting BEST

An Interview with Jane Charles

BEST is thrilled to announce that long time supporter, StolenYouth, has committed to supporting BEST

An Interview with Jane Charles

BEST is thrilled to announce that long time supporter, StolenYouth, has committed to supporting BEST

2017 AAHOA Northwest Region Charity Golf Tournament

The 14th Annual Northwest Region Charity Golf Tournament and Auction was held August 23rd in Aloha, OR

2017 AAHOA Northwest Region Charity Golf Tournament

The 14th Annual Northwest Region Charity Golf Tournament and Auction was held August 23rd in Aloha, OR

2017 AAHOA Northwest Region Charity Golf Tournament

The 14th Annual Northwest Region Charity Golf Tournament and Auction was held August 23rd in Aloha, OR

2017 AAHOA Northwest Region Charity Golf Tournament

The 14th Annual Northwest Region Charity Golf Tournament and Auction was held August 23rd in Aloha, OR

Independent Hotel Owners Learn to Prevent Human Trafficking

On July 31, 2017, Dr. Mar Brettmann of BEST provided training to a group of over 200 hotel owners and associates

Independent Hotel Owners Learn to Prevent Human Trafficking

On July 31, 2017, Dr. Mar Brettmann of BEST provided training to a group of over 200 hotel owners and associates

Independent Hotel Owners Learn to Prevent Human Trafficking

On July 31, 2017, Dr. Mar Brettmann of BEST provided training to a group of over 200 hotel owners and associates

Independent Hotel Owners Learn to Prevent Human Trafficking

On July 31, 2017, Dr. Mar Brettmann of BEST provided training to a group of over 200 hotel owners and associates

OVS Group Joins the BEST Employers Alliance

We are thrilled to welcome our newest Employers Alliance member, OVS Group!

OVS Group Joins the BEST Employers Alliance

We are thrilled to welcome our newest Employers Alliance member, OVS Group!

OVS Group Joins the BEST Employers Alliance

We are thrilled to welcome our newest Employers Alliance member, OVS Group!

OVS Group Joins the BEST Employers Alliance

We are thrilled to welcome our newest Employers Alliance member, OVS Group!

Washington Women’s Foundation Grant Awards Celebration

It’s not often that I walk into a large conference hall, filled with many of Seattle’s most amazing women

Washington Women’s Foundation Grant Awards Celebration

It’s not often that I walk into a large conference hall, filled with many of Seattle’s most amazing women

Washington Women’s Foundation Grant Awards Celebration

It’s not often that I walk into a large conference hall, filled with many of Seattle’s most amazing women

Washington Women’s Foundation Grant Awards Celebration

It’s not often that I walk into a large conference hall, filled with many of Seattle’s most amazing women

Board Spotlight – Kitty Suidman

Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with BEST’s newest board member, Kitty Suidman

Board Spotlight – Kitty Suidman

Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with BEST’s newest board member, Kitty Suidman

Board Spotlight – Kitty Suidman

Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with BEST’s newest board member, Kitty Suidman

Board Spotlight – Kitty Suidman

Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with BEST’s newest board member, Kitty Suidman

Women of AT&T Support BEST through their "End Human Trafficking" Donation Drive

The Women of AT&T Washington Chapter have chosen to partner with Businesses Ending Slavery & Trafficking (BEST)

Women of AT&T Support BEST through their "End Human Trafficking" Donation Drive

The Women of AT&T Washington Chapter have chosen to partner with Businesses Ending Slavery & Trafficking (BEST)

Women of AT&T Support BEST through their "End Human Trafficking" Donation Drive

The Women of AT&T Washington Chapter have chosen to partner with Businesses Ending Slavery & Trafficking (BEST)

Women of AT&T Support BEST through their "End Human Trafficking" Donation Drive

The Women of AT&T Washington Chapter have chosen to partner with Businesses Ending Slavery & Trafficking (BEST)

2017 AAHOA Annual Convention & Trade Show: "Don’t Give Danger a Keycard to Your Property"

BEST Executive Director and Founder, Dr. Mar Brettmann, was honored to be invited to speak at the AAHOA annual conventio

2017 AAHOA Annual Convention & Trade Show: "Don’t Give Danger a Keycard to Your Property"

BEST Executive Director and Founder, Dr. Mar Brettmann, was honored to be invited to speak at the AAHOA annual conventio

2017 AAHOA Annual Convention & Trade Show: "Don’t Give Danger a Keycard to Your Property"

BEST Executive Director and Founder, Dr. Mar Brettmann, was honored to be invited to speak at the AAHOA annual conventio

2017 AAHOA Annual Convention & Trade Show: "Don’t Give Danger a Keycard to Your Property"

BEST Executive Director and Founder, Dr. Mar Brettmann, was honored to be invited to speak at the AAHOA annual conventio