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Mayor Katie B. Wilson awards Kate Becker, Abdul Kassamali, and Tom Florino with 2026 Mayor’s Film Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Film

May 7, 2026

From left to right: Abdul Kassamali, Emerging Film Award recipient, Kate Becker, Legacy Award recipient, and Tom Florino, Industry Award recipient. SEATTLE – Today Mayor Katie B. Wilson awarded Kate Becker, Abdul Kassamali, and Tom Florino the 2026 Mayor’s Film Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Film, which celebrates those who… [ Keep reading ]

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From farmers markets to Pike Place Market: Acting Director Beto Yarce shares his journey as a small business owner

May 4, 2026

Beto Yarce’s journey to becoming the acting director of our office is rooted in small business ownership. Beto started his own business, Cintli, with $250 and a six-foot table. He made jewelry and sold Mexican folk art at famers markets and festivals around Seattle. The idea to grow his… [ Keep reading ]

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Celebrating Seattle’s small businesses every day

May 4, 2026

National Small Business Week is a time to celebrate the important contributions of our small businesses to Seattle’s economy. They bring character to our neighborhoods, drive our economy, and embody what makes Seattle special. “Small businesses are the backbone of our economy. For every dollar we invest in a small… [ Keep reading ]

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SODO Business Improvement Area supports businesses, neighborhood to create a vibrant community

April 29, 2026

SODO is a unique neighborhood. Named for its location south of the Kingdome, the district grew from filled-in tidal flats to a vibrant and diverse business district. Supporting the neighborhood’s businesses is the SODO Business Improvement Area. “We focus on a lot of different areas mainly around cleaning, safe transportation,… [ Keep reading ]

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Chu Minh Tofu uses Tenant Improvement Program to share love and tofu with the community

April 7, 2026

The tofu at Chu Minh Tofu in Little Sài Gòn is made with a lot of love and a lot of labor. Soybeans are first ground by hand before a small machine finishes the process, resulting in the perfect tofu. That process will soon be much easier, thanks to a… [ Keep reading ]

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Back to Business Program helps Quynh’s Pharmacy continue serving Little Saigon community

March 31, 2026

Quynh’s Pharmacy is a fixture in Little Saigon. The owner, Mary Bui, is also a fixture within the pharmacy, having worked there for three decades. When vandals broke the glass entry door and both security gates, Bui faced a steep bill to repair the damages. “They charged over $6,000,” she… [ Keep reading ]

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Seattle Tattoo Emporium uses Tenant Improvement Program to preserve history, create a safe, welcoming space

March 26, 2026

When Romie de Hillary and her husband James took over Seattle Tattoo Emporium in 2017, they committed to two things: preserving the shop’s historic legacy and ensuring it is a welcoming place for everyone. “Personally, when I went to get my first tattoos, it was pretty scary. It was all… [ Keep reading ]

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Building community inside and outside of the ring, Arcaro Boxing uses TI Program to expand services

March 12, 2026

Muhammad Ali once said, “The service you do for others is the rent you pay for your room here on Earth.” Those are the words guiding how Tricia Arcaro Turton manages her gym, Arcaro Boxing. “If it wasn’t for other people that were beacons of hope showing me the way,… [ Keep reading ]

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One glass at a time: ABC Program helps WeRise Wines build connections with underrepresented winemakers

February 26, 2026

Jamila Conley opened WeRise Wines with a vision: highlight wines from diverse and underrepresented winemakers. The idea was inspired by a dinner party featuring Black women winemakers, which came at a pivotal time for Conley. Previously working in tech, she was considering a career change motivated by a desire to… [ Keep reading ]

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Building an inclusive practice, Soulful Flow Yoga finds home with Seattle Restored

February 19, 2026

When designing the space for her first yoga studio, Jasmine RaShae’ was intentional with every detail. Ancient African artifacts line the studio walls and there’s an inviting lounge area at the front, complete with a record player open for anyone to use. RaShae’ jokes that people walking by may question… [ Keep reading ]

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