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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Attend The 2024 Reverse Vendor Tradeshow
The Reverse Vendor Tradeshow is an annual event hosted by the City of Seattle. It allows vendors to introduce themselves to various City department representatives. Vendors can learn about upcoming solicitations, procurement opportunities, and sustainable purchasing while networking with other local vendors. Women-owned and minority-owned businesses are especially encouraged to attend. 📍 Where: Seattle Center Exhibition Hall - 301 Mercer St, Seattle, 98109 📅 When: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 ⏰ What time: 11 am - 3 pm To RSVP for...
How to Know if it’s Time to Throw Away Your Business Plan and Start From Scratch
Ricardo Ibarra of Trio Group discusses how to evaluate if your strategic business plan is working for you. Summary “A well-written business plan is a strategic exercise in understanding the people your business seeks to serve. And the work you do to gain more insight...
3 Ways Your Business Plan Can Help You Make More Money (Without Going Crazy)
Ricardo Ibarra of Trio Group discusses how a well-crafted business plan can take your small business to new heights. Summary · “Without an effective business plan, your business is like a ship leaving the harbor without a map. It’s easy to get thrown off course by the...
Reminders of Lessons from 2020 in the face of Delta Variant Surges
Dear Members & MBEs, Earlier this year we hosted several Town Hall Meetings to learn and understand what we did and did not do to protect ourselves against COVID-19. With the new COVID-19 Delta Variant, we see a high risk of our economy weakening once...