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Sean Brownlee at the United States Capitol in Washington D.C. preparing to present NRF Retail Advocate awards to U.S. Representatives.
Retail Advocacy in Action: Honored at the NRF Retail Advocates Summit
On July 27–28, 2022, I had the privilege of joining the National Retail Federation’s Retail Advocates Summit in Washington, D.C. This event is the retail industry’s premier advocacy program, where... Read more...
Amazon Business header image with wood background and hands, representing digital procurement growth. Featured in article by Sean Brownlee on how certified small and diverse businesses achieve success with Amazon Business.
How Certified Small and Diverse Businesses Achieve Growth with Amazon Business
As a veteran, entrepreneur, and CEO of Ravenox, I’ve seen firsthand how certification and digital procurement open doors for small and diverse-owned businesses. Selling directly to consumers has always been... Read more...
Sean Brownlee at Washington State Capitol Olympia
Washington Retail Association: Board Service and Advocacy
In December 2018, I was elected to the Washington Retail Association (WRA) Board of Directors. Over the next six years I served in executive leadership roles as Vice Chairman, Chairman... Read more...
Ship docked at port, symbolizing government procurement and supply chain logistics, featured in Sean Brownlee’s article on connecting small business sellers to government buyers.
Connecting Small Business Sellers to Government Buyers
Navigating the world of government procurement can be overwhelming for small businesses. Complex requirements, certifications, and bidding processes often discourage entrepreneurs from pursuing opportunities in the public sector. As a... Read more...
Emmy Award–winning Fox8 News host Brad Jones on screen during the Made in NC feature highlighting Sean Brownlee and his company’s rope manufacturing story.
Fox8 News Features Sean Brownlee and the Ravenox Story on Made in NC
A Local Business with a National Impact In August 2021, Emmy Award–winning Fox8 News host Brad Jones featured Sean Brownlee and his company, Ravenox, on the station’s Made in NC... Read more...
Mary Cortani with Operation Freedom Paws
Supporting Veterans Through Service Dogs
Operation Freedom Paws: Restoring Freedom and Hope For veterans living with the physical and psychological scars of service, healing can be a lifelong journey. Operation Freedom Paws (OFP), a California-based... Read more...
The Seattle Times building, home to the publication that featured Ravenox and Sean Brownlee’s business strategies for growth.
Featured in the Seattle Times: Small Business Strategies for Growth
In September 2020, I was honored to be featured in the Seattle Times, alongside other innovative entrepreneurs, to share insights on how small businesses can adapt and thrive in a... Read more...
Conveyor belt carrying boxes labeled “Made in the USA,” representing American manufacturing costs rising under tariffs.
Sean Brownlee on Tariffs: Challenges for Small Businesses
In June 2020, I joined an online discussion hosted by Tariffs Hurt the Heartland, where North Carolina farmers, manufacturers, and business owners came together to highlight the devastating impact of... Read more...
Small Business Spotlight graphic featuring Qurate Retail Group, HSN, QVC, Zulily, in partnership with the NRF Foundation, highlighting Sean Brownlee and Ravenox.
Sean Brownlee and Ravenox Featured in Qurate Retail Group’s Small Business Spotlight
In May 2020, I had the honor of representing Ravenox as one of only 20 small businesses selected nationwide for the Qurate Retail Group and National Retail Federation Foundation’s Small... Read more...
Amazon Small Business Awards recognition graphic highlighting Sean Brownlee as one of the 18 best small business leaders worldwide.
Sean Brownlee Recognized Among the World’s Best Small Business Leaders by Amazon
One of the Top 18 Small Business Leaders Worldwide In 2019, Amazon announced a landmark recognition: the 18 best small businesses selling on its platform, chosen out of millions of... Read more...
Mature man reading a book on the sofa, representing entrepreneurial learning and Sean Brownlee’s Business Insider–featured reading recommendations.
Sean Brownlee Featured in Business Insider’s “13 Inspiring Books Chosen by Amazon’s Best Small Businesses”
Business Insider Highlights Amazon’s Top Entrepreneurs In early 2020, Business Insider published a feature spotlighting 13 inspiring books recommended by Amazon’s best small businesses. The article gathered insights from the... Read more...
Banner reading “Amazon Small Business Impact Report” with Sean Brownlee pictured in the Ravenox rope factory, symbolizing small business leadership and Amazon partnership.
Ravenox CEO Featured in Amazon’s Small Business Impact Report in 2019
Amazon Small Business Impact Report In 2019, Amazon released its annual Small Business Impact Report, highlighting the contributions of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), content creators, and developers worldwide. The... Read more...