“Just make the art.” – Heidi Franke, Tailbone Designs Skeletons doing snow sports. Bunnies with backstories. Dreamy and otherworldly birds. Those are some of the main characters in Heidi Franke’s […]
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The Juice is Worth the Squeeze
When it comes to business, Kiara Jefferson infuses wellness into everything she does. A decade ago, she provided economic mobility for vulnerable populations as a community financial services advocate in […]
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IMPACT Pitch 2025: A Decade of Community and Entrepreneurial Momentum
South Seattle College glowed green and gold as more than 150 people found their seats. Another hundred-plus joined from across the region virtually, with a lively Oregon Watch Party—hosted by […]
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Meet Monique Diaz Evancic, Founder of Pocket Change Fashion
Like many women, Boise resident Monique Diaz Evancic is frustrated by the lack of true, functional pockets in her clothes. Many are simply decorative, and the “real” ones often barely […]
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Resources for Hispanic-Owned Businesses in the Pacific Northwest (Part 2)
For many Hispanic entrepreneurs, success isn’t just about funding or training, it’s also about connection. In this second part of our Hispanic Heritage Month resource guide, we highlight organizations that […]
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