The Board of Directors of the beloved local
non-profit, Humboldt Made, is embarking on an exciting revitalization
effort to refocus on its mission of supporting entrepreneurs, small
businesses, and community-building events like the Friday Night
Market.
Since its founding in 2010 by the Humboldt
County Economic Development Department and its transition to an
independent non-profit in 2014, Humboldt Made has been instrumental
in helping local businesses thrive both within and beyond Humboldt
County. The organization is also celebrated for launching the popular
Friday Night Market, a seasonal highlight in Old Town Eureka.
Humboldt
Made Welcomes Interim Executive Director Rosa Dixon
Humboldt Made is thrilled to introduce Rosa
Dixon as the new Interim Executive Director. A local entrepreneur and
business leader, Rosa brings a wealth of experience and a deep
commitment to fostering community-driven enterprises.
Rosa is the CEO and co-founder of Natural
Decadence and Raised Gluten Free, a nationally recognized brand in
the gluten-free food industry. What began as a grassroots idea right
here in Humboldt has grown under her leadership into a
multimillion-dollar enterprise, exemplifying her ability to blend
innovation with a strong sense of community.
On stepping into her new role, Rosa
shared:
“I love Humboldt Made, and I have a strong desire to
keep it thriving. The mission of Humboldt Made has always been near
and dear to my heart, and now is the perfect time to re-engage with
local businesspeople and help grow our community.”
As Interim Executive Director, Rosa is excited
to build on Humboldt Made’s mission of supporting local
entrepreneurs, creating opportunities for collaboration, and
promoting Humboldt County’s unique businesses and products.
Meredith Maier, Humboldt Made Board Member and
co-owner of Six Rivers Brewery, added:
“Coming out of COVID, there is so much
opportunity for entrepreneurs in our region. Humboldt Made has always
served as a springboard for people to launch their ideas, plug in
with a supportive community, and network outside of Humboldt County.
We are excited to bring on the next evolution of the organization.”
Upcoming
Initiatives: Choose Humboldt, Small Business Saturday, and Makers
Mixer
As part of its renewed focus, Humboldt Made is
launching a series of initiatives to support local businesses and
bring the community together during the holiday season:
Choose
Humboldt Program
Support
Humboldt Year-Round: Local Choices Matter
This campaign is more than just a holiday
effort—it’s a year-round movement to celebrate and support all
that Humboldt has to offer. Whether shopping at your local mom &
pop, going local at the grocery store, dining at local restaurants,
exploring staycations, or giving back through volunteer efforts,
there are countless ways to embrace the Humboldt spirit.
Our goal is simple:
Inspire locals to choose Humboldt whenever
possible.
Make it easy for visitors to discover and
support Humboldt businesses.
Together, let’s ensure Humboldt remains the
vibrant place it is all year long. Let’s keep making the Humboldt
choice!
The Choose
Humboldt campaign encourages
residents and visitors to shop locally, dine out, and celebrate the
creativity and talent of Humboldt County businesses. Highlights
include:
Thanksgiving Contest:
The Choose Humboldt Made
Thanksgiving Table invites
residents to showcase Humboldt-made products on their holiday
tables. Prizes include local restaurant gift cards and Humboldt Made
gift baskets.
Social Media Campaigns:
Amplified by hashtags #ChooseHumboldt, #ChooseHumboldtMade, and
#DineOutHumboldt, the campaign spotlights local businesses with
curated stories, promotions, and contests.
Small
Business Saturday
On November 30,
2024, Humboldt Made invites
community members to celebrate and support local businesses with a
fun social media campaign. To participate, shoppers simply need to
visit their favorite local shops, snap a photo, and post it to social
media with the hashtag #choosehumboldt. Each post will automatically
enter participants into a raffle to win a curated Humboldt Made gift
basket, filled with local products and goodies.
Humboldt
Made Makers Mixer
To further strengthen connections within the
local business community, Humboldt Made is hosting a Makers
Mixer on December 11, 2024. This
event offers a chance for Humboldt Made Makers to network, share
ideas, and collaborate.
If you are a Humboldt Made Maker and want to
join this exciting event, please email info@humboldtmade.com
for more details.
Partners
and Support
Humboldt Made is proud to collaborate with key
partners, including RREDC
and North Edge Financing,
whose generous support is helping make these initiatives possible.
Their shared commitment to Humboldt County’s economic growth
underscores the importance of fostering local businesses.
Looking
to the Future
Humboldt Made invites community members to join
in this exciting journey of growth and renewal. The organization is
seeking input, new board members, and committee participants to help
shape its future.
To learn more about Humboldt Made, its upcoming
campaigns, or the Makers Mixer, visithumboldtmade.com,
follow on social media, or join the email list.
For additional inquiries, contact
info@humboldtmade.com.
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