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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.
A Letter from the President of the NWMMSDC: Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Toward 2025
As I am concluding my first year as President and CEO of the Northwest Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council, I am honored to reflect on all we have achieved together in 2024. This year has been a year full of challenges, strengthened partnerships, and...
NWMMSDC Supports University of Washington Minority Business Executive Program (MBEP)
Since 2008, the Minority Business Executive Program (MBEP) at the University of Washington has been a catalyst for empowering diverse-owned businesses to thrive in competitive markets. This impactful program is made possible through the collaboration of the University...
2024 Holiday Gift Guide: Unique, Thoughtful Gifts That Support Minority-Owned Businesses
The holidays can be the most wonderful time of the year—and they can also be the most frantic and stressful time of the year. With an estimated $16.6 billion in retail sales during the holiday season in the United States in 2023 (US Census Bureau, 2024), the numbers...
Lanier’s Fine Candies: Handcrafted, All-Natural Brittle Made with Passion and Tradition
Watching Herman Lanier make his candy is like witnessing passion materialize into something truly delicious. His all-natural, preservative-free, small-batch brittle has been a cherished delight for over 13 years now, rooted in a recipe passed down from his Aunt...
NWMMSDC Supports Minority-Owned Businesses at Seattle’s Reverse Vendor Trade Show
Our Manager of Certification, Armando Guerrero, represented the Northwest Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council (NWMMSDC) at the City of Seattle’s Reverse Vendor Trade Show on Wednesday! This annual event is a unique opportunity for minority-owned businesses...
Celebrating Native American Heritage Month: Honoring Indigenous Contributions and Highlighting Native American-Owned Businesses at NWMMSDC
In November, we celebrate National Native American Heritage Month. A time to recognize the rich history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous people in the United States, this month pays tribute to the traditions, resilience, impact, and diversity of Native...
NWMMSDC Honors Leaders and Celebrates Outstanding Achievements at 2024 Leadership & Advocacy Awards
CEO Karla Malacon Surprised with Leadership Award in Celebration of Her Visionary Leadership Seattle, WA – November 8, 2024 – The Northwest Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council (NWMMSDC) had the honor of hosting a night of celebration, inspiration, and...
Required Workplace Posters: What Every Business Owner Needs to Know About Legal Requirements and Free Resources
Did you know that, as a business owner, you are legally required to display certain posters that inform your employees of their rights and responsibilities? These three required workplace posters must be in an area where employees can see and read them. Below are...
Supporting MBEs at the NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange
Last weekend, our Manager of Operations, Huda Al-Musawi, and our Manager of Strategic Partnerships, Grayson Martin, attended the 2024 NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange and MBDA National MED Week in Atlanta. Both had the opportunity to connect and reconnect with...
Highlighting Diversity at NWMMSDC: Celebrating Global Diversity Awareness Month
In the month of October, we celebrate Global Diversity Awareness Month to shine a spotlight on the importance of diversity and inclusion in our society. As our world grows more diverse, embracing and celebrating diversity becomes increasingly essential. By doing so,...