Woman-Owned Archives

Business Spotlight: Mimi’s Zero Waste Market

What do you get when you mix a pandemic hobby, a passion for sustainability, and a seriously charming storefront? Located on the border of Ballard and Crown Hill, Mimi’s Zero Waste Market has been helping Seattleites shop more sustainably since 2020. What started as a pandemic hobby for...

Business Spotlight: Makeda & Mingus

Makeda & Mingus has been a Greenwood neighborhood staple for 17 years, offering more than just coffee—it’s a place where community thrives. Owner Prashanthi Reddy shares the story behind her journey from pharmaceuticals to owning a beloved coffee shop, the inspiration for the shop's unique name, and how Makeda and Mingus continues to serve...

Women’s History Month 2025: Community Impact Update

As Women's History Month comes to a close, we're excited to share how our community showed up to support women-owned businesses in 2025. From exceeding our Receipt & Receive spending goals to an exciting Pi Day giveaway in which we partnered with five women-owned pie-makers, this month was...

Business Spotlight: Platinum Plush Fashions

For over 24 years, Platinum Plush Fashions has been a community hub of Southeast Seattle, offering trendy, affordable fashion with a personal touch. Founded by Nikita Mathis, the boutique has grown from a small, mobile operation to a local favorite. In this interview, Nikita shares her journey, the importance of supporting small businesses, and...

Business Spotlight: Situ Tacos

In the heart of Ballard, Lupe's Situ Tacos, a colorful and vibrant gem, is serving up more than just tacos—it’s a celebration of family, culture, and a passion for food. Founded by Lupe Flores, the restaurant is a tribute to her roots, blending her Lebanese and Mexican heritage into every dish. From bold, flavorful tacos to globally inspired...

Business Spotlight: WeRise Wines

Jamila Conley is the founder and owner of WeRise Wines, a company on a mission to bring access and awareness to diversity in wine by showcasing BIPOC, women, and other minority wineries and winemakers. Black winemakers make up less than 10% of the wine industry, women less than 20%, Latinx 15%. WeRise is building awareness of fantastic wines from...

Business Spotlight: Bonhomie Coffee Bar

Bonhomie (baa·nuh·mee) Coffee Bar is a Black and queer-owned Haitian-inspired mobile café that is bringing vibrant flavors and community spirit to South Lake Union. Co-owned by Michelle and Victoria Dean, this unique coffee experience offers Haitian coffee beans sourced from Haiti, complemented by handcrafted syrups that evoke the rich flavors of...

Business Spotlight: Love Lurra

Mesha and Karla are the mother-daughter duo behind Love Lurra. The pair creates handcrafted natural bath and body products focusing on clean ingredients. Their journey began in 2008 when they became more mindful about the beauty products they were using. After failing to find products that were truly natural, they began making their own. One recipe...

Business Spotlight: Sweatbox Yoga

When Nirvana's music drew this Midwest soul to Seattle, little did she know she'd become a pillar of the Pike/Pine wellness community. From teaching in 2003 to taking ownership in 2019, Frani Assaf’s journey with The Sweatbox spans over two decades of fostering community through yoga. Her resilience shone brightest during the pandemic—just...