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.
ASRC & ASRC Industrial: Driving Growth and Economic Opportunity for Iñupiaq Shareholders
Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC) is more than just a business—it’s an impactful supporter of the Iñupiat of Alaska’s North Slope. Established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971, ASRC has grown into a powerhouse spanning multiple business...
What MBE Certification Is and What It Is Not
For minority-owned businesses looking to develop their business and unlock new opportunities, becoming a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) can be a game-changer. However, there are many misconceptions about what MBE certification does and doesn’t offer....
Macadons: Unforgettable Gourmet Macarons
When you enter the Macadons store in Downtown Renton, you enter a paradise of colorful Macarons, each flavor equally as intriguing, innovative, and delicious as the next. Sitting by the big windows overlooking Renton’s idyllic main street, you get to enjoy Macadons’...
Bite Me! Cookies: How Deborah Tuggle Built a Cookie Empire from Scratch
As soon as Deborah Tuggle starts talking about her business, Bite Me! Cookies, a glowing smile lights up her face. For over 26 years now, she has been leading Bite Me! Cookies - a wholesale cookie manufacturer in Lakewood, Washington. Deborah, who also created...
Seattle Samosa: Spreading Smiles One Samosa at a Time
When listening to Leena and Vikas Tomar talk about their business, Seattle Samosa, you can feel their love for samosas the way you can taste it when you get to try them. Hand-crafted in Washington state, when served samosas at Seattle Samosa’s, you’re served a smile....
Sip Herbals – A Coffee Alternative Supporting Hormone Health
The corporate world and coffee tend to go hand in hand. Some may even argue that the “C” in corporate stands for “coffee.” As much as caffeine tends to energize us, it can also leave us feeling jittery, bloated, anxious, and in dreadful anticipation of the inevitable...
PointNorth Consulting: Woman- and Minority-Owned Small Business Providing Solutions That Build Trust, Amplify Voices, and Empower People
“People first. Lead with integrity. Think big. Keep it real.” These values are the epicenter around which strategic communications firm PointNorth Consulting revolves. A woman- and minority-owned business, PointNorth specializes in crafting solutions that not only...
DTOCS – Sustainable Tableware Made From Palm Leaves
At the heart of every great business is a spark of inspiration that ends up driving a mission. For Pallavi Pande, owner and founder of DTOCS, that story begins with her roots and a passion for hosting unforgettable gatherings. DTOCS, an eco-friendly palm leaf...
Unlock Government Contracting Opportunities: 5 Reasons to Register Your Small Business with WEBS (Washington’s Electronic Business Solution)
If you’re a small business owner interested in securing government contracts with the Washington State government, registering your small business with Washington’s Electronic Business Solution (WEBS) is essential. This platform notifies businesses about state agency...
WeRise Wines: Diversifying Wine One Glass at a Time
Walking into WeRise Wines’ location in Seattle’s Belltown, is like walking into what wine tastes like. Surrounded by different hues of Bordeaux reds and purples and nestled in between cozy sitting arrangements, bottles you have never seen before greet you with a warm...