Manufacturer’s Holiday Party
Ugly sweaters are optional, but good times with your community are guaranteed. Join us on December 8 for the SFMade Manufacturer’s Holiday Party. SFMade Manufacturer’s Holiday Party Sunday, December 8th | 1pm-3pm Private Room | Ferry Building We’ve booked a private room at the Ferry Building with awesome views of the Bay Bridge, […]
2024 Here/Now Photo Round Up
Thank you to all our participating manufacturers, community attendees, and partner sponsors. Here/Now 2024 was a wild success and a d*mn good time. See for yourself below: Thank you to our participating manufacturers and sponsors: GaeaStar Bogaji Home Decor Eva’s Sicilian Delights Cover Coffee Co. WTRbrand Cheeky Bits Sweets Libre Salty Sweet Barebottle Brewing Co. […]
Announcing 2024 Manufacturer of the Year
Nana Joes Granola founder Michelle Pusateri Last week we gathered to champion the here and now of locally made, toast with local libations, and among other celebrations, crown the 2024 Manufacturer of the Year. Out of 500 eligible manufacturers, Nana Joes Granola was nominated and selected by dedicated experts, our volunteer advisors. Nana Joes founder, […]
Show your Support: HERE/NOW May 23rd
If you were at last year’s Here/Now gathering you might see your face in this video. Even if you weren’t, you’ll certainly recognize some friends. Hit play now. Join us and your peers on May 23rd to celebrate the here and now of locally made. We’ll be welcoming new manufacturers to our network, crowning Manufacturer […]
Leadership Change at SFMade
In May, SFMade welcomed Steve Sellers as its interim CEO, signaling a new era of strategic leadership. Sellers’ proven track record in both nonprofit and for-profit sectors, coupled with his visionary approach to organizational strategies, positions him as the ideal candidate to spearhead SFMade. Taking the reins as interim CEO, Mr. Sellers is poised to […]
Manufacturer of the Year nominations open today
Can we really pick a favorite? No. Every single San Francisco manufacturer contributes to the local economy, provides great jobs, reduces our carbon footprint, and makes San Francisco better. Still, on May 23 at our Hear/Now event we’re going to be publicly celebrating one deserving manufacturer. What makes a great manufacturer? Good employer Innovative Green […]
Pop Quiz, Open Book
Do you know what percentage of San Francisco manufacturers are profitable? 38% 40% 56% 64% Or, how about how your starting wages compare to the SF average? Or how your price per square foot – in your neighborhood – stacks up? These answers, plus a bunch more, are all available in our… VIEW THE FULL […]
Important Reminder: Eat Chocolate
You don’t need an excuse for chocolate. Or toffee. Or cookies. Or Guava Pâte de Fruits… but you’re getting one anyway. The feast for Saint Valentine – and feast is what it should be – is only days away, and SF has 20 chocolate and confectionery makers to help you celebrate. 9th & Larkin cacao […]
New Year, 10 New Workshops
Introducing the 2024 Winter Workshop Series: 10 targeted and expert-led sessions designed to bolster your business in only 4 weeks. Spend the shortest month of the year learning how to grow the rest of it. Series Topics Packaging & Labeling // 2.9 Understanding Your Audience // 2.13 Branding & Communication // 2.16 Maintaining Profitability // […]
