Black History Month: History in the Making

Graphic by Enjoli Izidor Black History Month is a time for reflection and celebration. Our theme this year is History in the Making - honoring history and celebrating the people making it.  Whether it’s providing youth employment programs, building community and culture through food, or simply existing, Black-owned businesses do...
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  • February 2, 2021
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Business Spotlight: The Shoppe Seahurst

Beka Atwood, owner of The Shoppe Seahurst. The Shoppe Seahurst in Burien, WA, is a visual expression of owner Beka Atwood, who opened her shop two and a half years ago. The specialty home goods shop is located in charming Olde Burien where the pace is a bit slower, which Beka says allows her to stay grounded. Before opening The Shoppe Seahurst,...
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  • February 2, 2021
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Seattle Sounders FC Black History Month InTENtional List

Intentionalist and Seattle Sounders FC are teaming up to support ten Black-owned businesses so that the broader community can get to know the diverse people and stories behind them one donut, pie, smoothie, and sambusa at a time. Seattle Sounders FC is not only a championship winning...
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  • February 1, 2021
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Business Spotlight: L.E.M.S. Bookstore

Tylicia Messiah, co-founder of the L.E.M.S. Bookstore nonprofit. This is Tylicia Messiah, the driving force working to preserve Washington's only Black-owned bookstore focused on the African diaspora and co-founder of L.E.M.S. Bookstore in Seattle's Columbia City neighborhood as it transitions into a nonprofit. Originally owned by Tylicia's...
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  • January 19, 2021
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Adorned Abode: Unique, Eclectic, Thoughtfully Curated

Benita Smith, curator and owner at Adorned Abode in Tacoma, WA. The idea for Adorned Abode began with a rolling pin.  Not just your average rolling pin — one that was crafted in Poland and embossed with an intricate pattern that imprinted on dough when rolled out. It was specialty...
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  • January 15, 2021
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Business Spotlight: McGirt Counseling Services

Ashley McGirt, owner of McGirt Counseling Services. (Photo: Ashley McGirt) This is Ashley McGirt, racial trauma therapist, author, international keynote speaker, and owner ofMcGirt Counseling Servicesin Seattle, WA. As a mental health professional, Ashley works with her clients to help...
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  • January 12, 2021
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Shop Black-Owned on Black Friday

Black Friday is the perfect opportunity to put your thumb on the scales of economic justice and #SpendLikeItMatters at Black-owned businesses. Gifting season is officially underway, and we’ve released a large selection of gift guides for you to shop and browse diverse local businesses. But — we've created a special gift guide to make it...
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  • November 27, 2020
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Business Spotlight: Lawtiwa Babersalon

Meet Deanna Teasley, hair care extraordinaire and owner of Lawtiwa (pronounced like brow tea jaw) Barbersalon in Burien, WA. Lawtiwa Barbersalon is a Native and Black-owned business that specializes in all types of hair from all ages, ethnicities, and gender. When you walk into the quirky salon, you'll see Deanna's family photos adorning...
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  • November 17, 2020
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Business Spotlight: Zuri’s Donutz

  This is Davis Vincent, a U.S. Navy veteran and genius behind the crazy and one-of-a-kind flavors at Zuri's Donutz in Lynnwood. No flavor is off limits to Davis — you'll find creative flavors like horchata, chili mango, and Bailey's apple fritter when you come to Zuri's Donutz. Davis also makes a point to give back to the community,...
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  • November 10, 2020
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