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.
Council Hosts 2021 Year End Meeting
On Thursday, December 9th, the Northwest Mountain MSDC hosted its annual Year End Meeting for Members, MBEs and partners. The event was hosted in hybrid form, with attendees in person at the DoubleTree Suites in Tukwila and others joining from around the region...
Celebrating Native American & Alaska Native Heritage Month
The Northwest Mountain MSDC proudly celebrates Native American & Alaska Native Heritage Month in November. We honor the cultures, achievements, and contributions of Native Americans & Alaska Natives throughout history, and recognize the individuals who...
King County Seeking Proposals for Anti-Racism & Strategic Planning Expertise
King County is seeking proposals for anti-racism facilitation and strategic planning expertise! In collaboration and partnership with local leaders from communities most harmed by racism, King County is in the process of designing community oversight on our Racism is...
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
The Northwest Mountain MSDC proudly celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month. We honor the achievements, sacrifices, and contributions of Hispanic Americans throughout history, and recognize the individuals who continue to impact their communities and inspire others. We are...
25th Annual Scholarship Fundraiser Wrap Up
On September 2nd, 2021 the Council celebrated a quarter century supporting continuing education for MBEs at the Annual Scholarship Fundraiser & Silent Auction. This also marked the first live event held since December 2019! The event raised $13,246 for the...
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...
News Release: Two New Members Join Northwest Mountain MSDC Board of Directors
Northwest Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council | August 5, 2021 Tukwila WA | The Northwest Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council announced today the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors. Richard Cardone of Vulcan Inc. and Richard...
NMSDC Appoints Ying McGuire as President and CEO
Press Release from the desk of Jose Turkienicz, Chairman, NMSDC Board of Directors July 29th 2021 It is a pivotal moment in the history of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC), as the Board of Directors announces the appointment of Ying McGuire...