We had a great group of folks join us at our Women’s History Month Manufacturer Meetup, hosted in the beautiful Heath Ceramics space. The room was filled with energy as women manufacturers, founders, and supporters of local production came together to connect, share stories, and celebrate one another. From longtime members to new faces, the sense of community was strong. We enjoyed a spread of delicious treats from our member companies—including Hippie Chai , Choc'late Mama C

Meetup at Heath, eCommerce Workshop, and lots more this March!

The Most Local Gifts In Town: SFMade opened its first-ever 3-week long Holiday Pop-Up Store

On May 21, 2025, SFMade proudly recognized Mafia Bags as our Manufacturer of the Year 2025 during our Here/Now annual event. This award honors companies that exemplify excellence not only in what they make, but in how they make it, and Mafia Bags stands out as a true leader. Mafia Bags has built its identity around thoughtful design and upcycling, transforming discarded sails into durable, beautiful, high-quality, one-of-a-kind bags. Their work keeps materials out of landfi

Get into the holiday spirit and support local businesses at the SF Holiday Maker Market , a festive and FREE shopping event showcasing the innovation and craftsmanship of San Francisco makers. “This is our first holiday market since before COVID,” said SFMade’s CEO, Steve Sellers. “It was so popular we used to have to sell timed tickets. This year, we will be joined by members of our maker community just up the stairs in the Grand Hall of the Ferry Building. It’s a beautiful

On May 23rd 2024, 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, Michelle Pusateri, always makes time to share advice, resources, and moral support with her peers. Nana Joes exemplifies an expression that we use a lot here

On June 9, 2023, during our first Here/Now event, we named our very first  Manufacturer of the Year . Selected from our SFMade community of more than 400 local manufacturers, the honor went to Azikiwee Anderson, founder of  Rize Up Bakery . Rize Up Bakery has become a cornerstone of San Francisco’s food manufacturing scene, known not only for its quality but also for its deep roots in community, culture, and resilience. Azikiwee’s journey reflects the spirit of so many local