Building a Stronger and More Inclusive Northwest Mountain Region
The Northwest Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council helps grow the economy by connecting minority-owned businesses with corporate and public agency partners. Through advocacy, education, and collaboration, the Council works to create opportunities, support local communities, and build a stronger, more inclusive Northwest Mountain region.
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Are you a woman, minority, or disadvantaged business owner in construction, engineering, or energy? The Port of Seattle Business Accelerator offers expert mentorship, industry connections, and the tools to help your business scale and compete for major public contracts.
Applications are open through July 31, Don’t miss this opportunity to grow where it matters most.
Annual Sponsors
Annual sponsors drive supplier development 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 development by becoming an annual sponsor today
Northwest MSDC Blog
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NWMMSDC Annual Business Conference 2026: The Future of Business Is Human
On July 8, the Northwest Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council hosted our Annual Business Conference at U.S. Bank Centre in Seattle, bringing together minority business owners, corporate partners, and community leaders under this year's theme, "The Future of Business Is Human." The day opened with welcome remarks from President and CEO Karla Malacon, along with our hosts at U.S. Bank, Tiffany Fritchman and Hector Martinez. A powerful keynote from James Jackson III of J3 Motivation followed, tracing thirteen years of...
Celebrating the Graduation of the 2025 Port of Seattle Business Accelerator Cohort
In December, the Northwest Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council (NWMMSDC), in partnership with the Port of Seattle, proudly celebrated the graduation of the 2025 Port of Seattle Business Accelerator Program. Launched in September as a highly competitive...
Honoring Native American Heritage Month: The Story of Architect Matt Aalfs
As Native American Heritage Month invites us to listen more deeply to the stories that shaped this land long before today’s cities rose from it, we turn our attention to a leader whose work quietly stitches repair, dignity, and...
2025 Port of Seattle Business Accelerator Mid-Session
Our cohort reached the halfway point of the Port of Seattle Business Accelerator Program. The cohort members, mentors, NWMMSDC team and Port Executives gathered at the Port of Seattle Headquarters for a mid-session event. This session gave cohort members the chance to...