Seattle Seeks Applicants for Women- and Minority-Owned Business Advisory Committee

Seattle Seeks Applicants for Women- and Minority-Owned Business Advisory Committee

The City of Seattle is inviting business owners, industry professionals and community representatives to apply for positions on its Women and Minority Business Enterprise (WMBE) Advisory Committee.

The committee advises city officials on ways to improve contracting opportunities and expand access for women- and minority-owned businesses seeking to work with the City of Seattle.

Applications must be submitted by Tuesday, December 1, 2026.

Who Is Encouraged to Apply?

The city is seeking applicants with relevant industry experience, diverse perspectives and an interest in supporting Seattle's business community.

People working in the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Construction and contracting
• Professional services, including consulting
• Goods and supplies
• Small businesses
• Community organizations
• Business development

The city says it is interested in hearing from people who understand the challenges businesses face when pursuing public-sector contracts.

What Does the Committee Do?

The WMBE Advisory Committee provides guidance to the city on policies and practices affecting women- and minority-owned businesses.

Its work includes identifying barriers to city contracting, reviewing the city's WMBE program and developing recommendations to improve participation and access.

Committee members have an opportunity to share business and community perspectives with city leadership and contribute to discussions about contracting practices.

Two-Year Appointments

Committee members are appointed by the Mayor of Seattle for two-year terms. Members are expected to participate actively in committee meetings and discussions.

The committee is supported by the Seattle Department of Finance and Administrative Services, which oversees the city's purchasing and contracting work.

How to Apply

The application deadline is December 1, 2026.

People with questions about the committee or application process can contact:

Edwina Martin-Arnold
Senior Inclusion Advisor
Email: edwina.martin-arnold@seattle.gov

The City of Seattle is encouraging interested business and community representatives to apply and help shape recommendations aimed at improving contracting access for women- and minority-owned businesses.