Blog
The Northwest Mountain MSDC blog includes updates from the council along with highlights of certified MBEs, corporate and public agency members, as well as the latest perspectives and news in the supplier diversity space.
Quinault Solutions a NWMMSDC MBE Highlight
The Northwest Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council is pleased to highlight Quinault Solutions (QS) based in Hoquiam, Washington. QS, a Native led certified MBE sourcing company specializing in the supply of U.S. sourced, environmentally friendly copy and...
Defining Supplier Diversity Value Proposition
President and CEO of the Northwest Mountain MSDC, Fernando Martinez, defines the elements of a Supplier Diversity Value Proposition. Click Here to Read: Defining Supplier Diversity Value Proposition
2018 NWMMSDC Economic Impact Report
The Council released its 2018 Economic Impact Report, highlighting the economic effect MBEs have in our region - Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. Our work with MBEs and corporate/public agency members drives increased community value....
2018 NWMMSDC Annual Report Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase & Co.
The Council released its 2018 Annual Report, highlighting 2018 activities and financial performance. The report looks back on the Council's theme celebrating 40 Years of Developing Minority Businesses. Thank you to our 2018 Annual Report Sponsor - JPMorgan Chase &...
Council Hosts Year End Meeting to Close Out 2019
The Council closed out 2019 reporting back to its stakeholders across the region by hosting the Year End Meeting on December 10th. The team followed last year's model and traveled to multiple states in the region to host a dynamic meeting where MBEs, members, and...
Press Release- City of Seattle and Northwest Mountain MSDC: Partnership to Deliver Technical Assistance Services
SEATTLE, WA — The City of Seattle and Northwest Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council (Northwest Mountain MSDC) have partnered in the development and launch of the City of Seattle's Technical Assistance Services program. Over the next twelve months, Northwest...
NWMMSDC Attends the 2019 UW Impact Awards
The Council had a great time attending this year’s University of Washington Impact Awards at the Westin in Seattle on December 5th. The Center celebrated its first 25 years by recognizing 25 individuals and corporations who have been essential to the success of the...
Vote ‘Yes’for Referendum 88 to approve I-1000
With November rapidly approaching, remember to vote 'Yes' for Referendum 88 to approve I-1000. Please read this article by Naomi Ishisaka, "Affirmative action debate in Washington takes an Orwellian turn" for more information.
Approve I-1000: Fairness and Opportunity for All
As Washingtonians, we believe in fairness and opportunity for everyone. But we know that even in this strong economy, too many veterans, small businesses, women and diverse communities are being left behind. We can take a big step forward in creating opportunity and a...
2019 NMSDC Conference + Business Opportunity Exchange
The Northwest Mountain MSDC had a productive week attending the NMSDC Conference + Business Opportunity Exchange in Atlanta from October 13th through October 16th. It was a week full of networking, workshops and Supplier Diversity discussions. The Council hosted the...