Seattle Good Business Network

What does it mean to follow a garment from "farm-to-closet", and why does it matter? Join us this Monday, March 24th, as we welcome Rebecca Burgess, Executive Director of Fibershed and best-selling author of "Harvesting Color" and "Fibershed: Growing a Movement of Farmers, Fashion Activists, and Makers for a New Textile Economy." We’ll explore Burgess's work in local fiber systems and economic development, and how regional fiber networks build soil and protect the health of our planet. ???Monday, March 24, 12-1pm ??Virtual – Zoom link provided upon registration ???Free for members of our Northwest?Sewn program |?$5 for Non-Members Register at the link in our comments?? ?? A huge thank you to Washington State Microenterprise Association ~ Official and Evergreen BizLink for supporting this speaker series. #NorthwestSewn #CircularEconomy #CircularTextiles #Fibershed

We’re thrilled to invite you to our annual Good Gala fundraiser at SoDo Park on Thursday, May 15th! This year, we're celebrating 15 years of the Seattle Good community working together to build a vibrant and sustainable local economy. What to expect: ?? A cocktail reception and locally made finds at the?Seattle Good Pop-Up Shop ??? A family-style dinner featuring?inspiring community stories ?? An evening of celebration, connection, and impact All proceeds support our ongoing work to build a sustainable, just local economy that works for us all. Visit seattlegood.org/goodgala to learn more and secure your ticket! Interested in?volunteering or purchasing a table??Contact us at?[email protected].

Looking for resources to grow your business? Join us on?Wednesday, April 9th at?Good Business Connections – a?FREE?vendor and resource fair designed to help small businesses thrive! ?? Connect with 30+ small business service providers, including architects, funders, web developers, graphic designers, builders, accountants, HR specialists, and more! ?? Get expert advice through Speed Coaching sessions ?? Learn insights and strategies in the Run Your Business Better?mini-class series with Launch Industries ?? Network with fellow entrepreneurs and grow your connections ?? Learn more & RSVP for free: seattlegood.org/gbc #GoodBusinessConnections #SmallBusinessResources #Networking #SeattleBusiness

Good Food Connections is just around the corner! Join us on Monday, February 24th, at Hideaway Cellars in Seattle! This annual gathering brings our Good Food community together around a shared table. We invite farmers, seafood harvesters, artisans, chefs, buyers, and community food stakeholders for a day filled with: ?? Panels and presentations?on key topics including consumer trends, economic outlook, food waste prevention, permitting, and more. ?? Tasting & Trade Show Explore tastes from local food artisans making products to source for your retail store, restaurant, school, or community food distribution. Learn about available resources from providers offering funding, consulting, packaging, and more. ?? Networking Meet new people and check in with partners and old friends. Use our matchmaking wall to share or find resources and opportunities. ?? Locally Sourced Breakfast & Lunch Stay nourished throughout the day with breakfast and lunch prepared by Herban Feast, featuring ingredients from regional producers. ?? Find the full details and agenda at goodfoodconnections.org. Good Food Connections has been made possible with support from King Conservation, Washington State Microenterprise Association ~ Official, Eat Local First - Washington's source for local food, Public Health – Seattle & King County, Communities of Opportunity, Cascadia Produce, Washington Dairy Products Commission, Farmstand Local Foods, LLC, Peterson Cheese, and Duna Fisheries. Thank you for your support!

Thank you to everyone who braved the cold?and joined us for our first Member Happy Hour of 2025 last night! We loved connecting with so many new and familiar faces! A special thank you to our hosts at Cathedral-a beautiful space driven by an inspiring mission. Interested in joining us at our next event? Visit seattlegood.org/membership to learn how to become a Seattle Good member!

Applications for the Good Food Network Vista position supporting Seattle Good are due tomorrow, February 7th! This role will support our Good Food Economy initiatives, including building Nourishing Community, Eat Local First, Good Food Exchange, and supporting Good Food Kitchens. Apply today ?? https://lnkd.in/gX3fRxWX

Our first Member Happy Hour of the year is tomorrow, February 5th! If you're a current member or interested in joining Seattle Good, Northwest Sewn, or Seattle Made membership, come down to connect with fellow makers and friends, and learn more about the events and opportunities we’re offering in 2025. Free RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gW8FZn_5

?? Calling all King County manufacturers! We are hosting a NO COST Supply Chain 101 workshop on February 25th at Green River College, Kent Campus. This free workshop will provide a foundational understanding of supply chain principles, metrics, tools & technology.?The workshop will also do a deeper dive into best practices to support overall business strategy and supply chain optimization - creating value every step of the way. Key topics include: ?? Supply Chain Basics ?? Supplier Evaluation Technique ?? Procurement Strategies ?? Supply Chain Resilience ?? Inventory Management ?? Best Practices ?? Risk Management Strategies This is an ideal opportunity for small and medium-sized?manufacturers and procurement managers to connect with their peers from the industry. ? Don’t just manage your supply chain—transform it. Limited seats available - Register now to secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/gY-hdrjY #kingcounty #WaMfg #supplychain

Our 2024 B Network Wrapped is here! 2024 was a big year for the WA B Corp Collective. You can check out the full report below, but here are a few highlights and that we're celebrating: -Became fiscally sponsored by Seattle Good Business Network ?? -Beneficial State Bank became our first sponsor ?? -Added 2 new board members ?? -Purchased our first branded items ?? -Signed a B Lab U.S. & Canada B Local Partnership Agreement to become an 3rd stage B Local again ?? -Created a membership program to launch in 2025 ?? -Attracted in-person event attendees from British Columbia and Portland ?? -Hosted virtual event attendees from around the world ?? We couldn't have accomplished all of this without your support, so a huge thank you to our community and we look forward to growing this list in 2025! #wabcorpcollective #bcorp #businessforgood

Join us Wednesday, February 5th,?for our first Member Happy Hour of the year! This event is open to current and prospective members of?Seattle Good?and our?Seattle Made?and?Northwest Sewn?programs. Connect with fellow local business owners, meet our team, and discover all that our programs have to offer, including exciting 2025 events and opportunities. ???Wednesday, February 5th, 5-7:30pm — open house format ??Cathedral, 5449 Ballard Ave NW ????Free to attend Register today: https://lnkd.in/gQU4FP2A