You must be a maker or producer
Your business is owned, operated and/or founded by a Humboldt County resident.
Even though your business may have other outposts in other geographic regions, your main manufacturing headquarters must be in Humboldt County.
At least 50% of the total labor to make, market, and manage your business is based in Humboldt County AND at least 50% of your products are made in Humboldt County.
The brand’s keywords and themes must make sense for you: Artisan, Natural, Environmental, Crafted, Earth Friendly, Genuine, Wholesome, Idealistic, Entrepreneurial, Original.
Your business must market or plan to market outside of Humboldt County.