One year ago, we set out to reimagine and develop a roadmap to revitalize the heart of our city through Mayor Harrell’s Downtown Activation Plan. We’re proud to announce that 93% of the Plan’s 46 initiatives are completed or in progress in one year. Our goal is to create a… [ Keep reading ]
The latest Black Tech Night was all about the intersection of creativity and technology and how they drive one another. The August 8 event at M5 Creative featured a fireside chat with Seattle rapper Sir Mix-a-Lot and Hey, Black Seattle! founder Kiesha Garrison. The Grammy Award winner shared how his… [ Keep reading ]
Creative professionals were moving their bodies and their mindsets while mixing with other creative professionals at the second MXR:SEA workshop on July 25. Held at the Central District’s Midtown Square, this event is part of our series that brings professionals from Seattle’s creative economy together for networking, learning, and resources… [ Keep reading ]
The kickoff of our MXR:SEA event series was a success! Around 200 creative professionals joined us at the M5 Creative Building on June 27, filling the space with energy, conversation, and connections. MXR:SEA is a series of free workshops that brings together a diverse group of professionals from Seattle’s creative… [ Keep reading ]
Comfort food is exactly what it sounds like: Food that brings comfort. Duyen Nguyn, owner of Magnolia Pho in Mt. Baker, says her comfort food is pho. “For me, when I’m sick or when I go to school, I like to eat pho,” she explains. “You can eat it for… [ Keep reading ]
When working with small business owners, Michael Wells, small business advocate, leads with empathy. He owned an independent bookstore, so he understands the challenges and the joys of running a business. It’s because of that work, particularly his work advocating for businesses in the LGBTQ+ community, that the Puget Sound… [ Keep reading ]
It’s summertime in Seattle! The longer, sunny days bring endless opportunities to enjoy all our city has to offer. Soak up the sun along the waterfront, catch an outdoor film, dance in the park, or explore a vibrant street festival – there’s something for everyone Downtown this summer! Check out… [ Keep reading ]
Paul Nguyen grew up drinking boba. We’re talking about the real, authentic boba that originated in Taiwan. The co-owner of Hyson Boba, originally from Vietnam, moved to Seattle last year. He sampled boba shops around the city and quickly noticed a trend. “A lot of boba tea here is not… [ Keep reading ]
We’re thrilled to relaunch “The Mixer” program with MXR:SEA on June 27 at the M5 Creative Building. This is the first in a series of free in-person workshops and industry networking events designed to support small businesses, entrepreneurs, and those who work in Seattle’s creative economy. These events aim to… [ Keep reading ]
As Youn Chung restocks her Asian American food and lifestyle superette, Anyoung Super, she takes care to make sure every item is visible. She sees it as more than selling Asian American specialty goods; it’s a way to tell the stories about the people behind the products. “I get really… [ Keep reading ]
