Advancing Economic Equity Through Supplier Diversity
The Northwest Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council certifies, develops, and connects businesses owned by ethnic minorities with regional and national corporations who are seeking diverse suppliers.
Annual Sponsors
Annual sponsors drive supplier diversity advocacy in our region. Sponsorship contributions support MBE development, training, and subsidized participation in Council activities. Through partnership and collaboration with the Northwest Mountain MSDC, corporate/public agency members and certified MBEs, our sponsors positively impact minority businesses and their communities. Make an investment in supplier diversity by becoming an annual sponsor today!
Northwest MSDC Blog
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The Power of Partnership: How MBE to MBE Collaborations Are Changing the Game
In today’s competitive business landscape, partnerships are more than just strategic moves; they are survival tools. For Minority Business Enterprises, or MBEs, collaborating with one another is proving to be one of the most powerful ways to grow. While many MBEs are used to seeking opportunities with large corporations, a new wave of partnerships is emerging that shows the potential of working with businesses that look more like their own. MBE to MBE partnerships are rooted in a shared understanding of the challenges and...
Finding True Partners: How Point North Consulting Discovered Equity in Action Through the Business Accelerator
For Lisa Keohokalole Schauer, president of Point North Consulting, the Port of Seattle's Business Accelerator program revealed a profound truth: the gap between organizations that talk about equity and those that truly live it. Her experience illustrates how...
From Isolation to Innovation: How OP Connect’s CEO Found His Tribe Through the Business Accelerator
In the rapidly evolving world of electric vehicle infrastructure, entrepreneurs face unique challenges that can leave even the most seasoned business leaders feeling isolated. For Dexter Turner, co-founder and CEO of OP Connect, the Port of Seattle's Business...
Port of Seattle Celebrates Fifth Year of Business Accelerator Program, Opens 2025 Applications with Northwest Mountain MSDC
SEATTLE — June 3, 2025 — The Port of Seattle is proud to launch the fifth annual Business Accelerator Program, with applications now open for the 2025 cohort. This milestone year, in partnership with the Northwest Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council...
Featured Events
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Scholarship Golf Fundraiser
Time: August 27 @ 8:00 am – August 27 @ 5:00 pm
A unique opportunity to build relationships in a relaxed setting while supporting scholarships for future diverse business leaders. Join us on the green for a day of networking and impact.
Port of Seattle 2025 Business Accelerator Program Live Info Session
Time: June 20 @ 1:00 pm – June 20 @ 2:30 pm
Join the Northwest Mountain MSDC for a live info session on the 2025 Business Accelerator Program. Learn how to apply, ask questions, and see if your business is a good […]
2025 NWMMSDC Business Conference
Time: June 25 @ 8:00 am – June 25 @ 4:00 pm
This year’s Business Conference will be bigger than ever, featuring a tradeshow where MBEs can showcase their businesses while corporate members and fellow MBEs walk the floor, sparking new connections and opportunities. […]