Uplifting Mom Owned Businesses in Denver

“So much of [the pandemic] has come down to women. Women had to leave their careers at a much higher percentage than men did during this to be home and support the children. It’s natural, ‘of course, the kids need me and that’s what I have to do,” Allie Schneider, COO and Co-Founder of the mama’hood Denver...
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Seattle Storm Black History Month InTENtional List

Intentionalist and the Seattle Storm are teaming up to support ten Black woman-owned businesses so that the broader community can get to know the diverse people and stories behind them one cup of coffee, sandwich, dessert, and salad at a time. Seattle Storm is a team that leads on and off...
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#BeIntentional: New Year’s Advice from Mental Health Professionals

As the new year begins, we often take time to reflect on the previous year, and 2020 was a year of tremendous turbulence. This past year ushered in many challenges and new circumstances that left people across the country feeling isolated, overwhelmed, and fatigued. According to the CDC, 40% of...
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Moments of Hope in 2020

In a year filled to the brim with uncertainty, heartbreak, and the associated ups and downs, we want to take a moment to focus on what helps so many of us get through a time like this: hope. We shared some of the moments that brought us hope throughout this challenging year, and now we’re pleased to be able to share some of the small...
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2020 Year End InTENtional List

Illustration by Alex McGuire This year has been an overwhelming, exhausting, paradoxical intersection of heartbreak and hope. Undoubtedly it has been the worst of times for so many small businesses. 2020 has provided a reminder of the fragility of the local shops, restaurants, cafes, and more at the heart of our communities. And while we...
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Small Business Everyday

At Intentionalist, we don’t think one day is anywhere near enough to show our appreciation for the small businesses we know and love.  That’s why we’re teaming up with Business Impact NW to celebrate Small Business Saturday by turning it into Small Business Everyday — seven days full of activities and prizes that will help you...
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Why I #SpendLikeItMatters

2020 has been an extraordinary year in many ways, including across the small business landscape. With record numbers of closures — which have disproportionately impacted businesses owned by people of color — we have been reminded of the fragility of the Main Street businesses that are the economic and cultural backbone of our communities. Who...
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