Intentional Guides Archives

The In-TEN-tionalist Guide to Black-Owned Businesses in Portland!

At Intentionalist, we’re lucky to have folks joining our movement to #SpendLikeItMatters from all over the country. In honor of Black History Month, we wanted to celebrate some spectacular Black-owned businesses in Portland - one of our favorite cities that’s only a Bolt Bus away from our...

Just in time Valentine!

Looking for ideas for Valentine's Day in Seattle? Ready to show some love and appreciation for your Valentine, Galentine, or Palentine? Here's our Just in time In-TEN-tionalist Guide to Valentine's Day in Seattle! Roses are red, violets are blue, support Seattle's only Black-owned florist - Flowers Just 4-U. Woo your Valentine with...

Seattle health and fitness pros share how to make self-care resolutions stick

Aina Williams, Co-owner, The Ride It’s officially February. And the reality is that many of us have started to falter on our new year's goals and resolutions, particularly those related to our physical wellbeing. Are you among the many struggling to cultivate and maintain sustainable wellness...

#AskIntentionalist – Office Holiday Edition

#AskIntentionalist is a new blog series to share our responses to some of the questions we receive so that it's easier than ever for you to #SpendLikeitMatters this holiday season and beyond! I want to support diverse local businesses. Can you suggest what I can bring as a breakfast treat for...

A #SpendLikeItMatters Guide for Seattle University

Our #SpendLikeItMatters Guide for Seattle University is our guide and list diverse-owned small businesses near Seattle University. As a Seattle-based social enterprise, Intentionalist is passionate about social justice. Being a Seattle U alumnus myself, I thought it would be fitting to...

Spend Like It Matters This Holiday Season

'Tis the season to #SpendLikeItMatters, and we're excited to share our guide to supporting Greater Seattle small businesses and the diverse people behind them this holiday season! Our expanded 2019 Holiday Guide reflects that over the past year we have nearly doubled the number of businesses that are a part of the Intentionalist community. But...

Intentionalist on New Day NW

Intentionalist founder and CEO, Laura Clise sat down with Margaret Larson on New Day NW to share our #SpendLikeItMatters mission. Their discussion focused on how we can spend our money this holiday season (and beyond) in a way that aligns with our values and supports local businesses at the heart of our communities. Ready to make a difference...

#SpendLikeItMatters and Support Veteran-Owned Businesses

According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, veterans are 45% more likely to be self-employed than non-veterans, and veteran-owned businesses account for nearly $1 trillion dollars generated for the U.S. economy every year. The tremendous success demonstrated by veteran business owners...

The Riveter Summit: #RollUpYourSleeves and #SpendLikeItMatters

The 2019 Riveter Summit is nearly here, and it’s going to be an inspiring and engaging event. The schedule is totally packed with brilliant speakers, workshops, and breakout sessions. The Riveter Summit is also a great opportunity to vote with your wallet, so we've put together a guide to...