Marquita Evans is the owner and entrepreneur behind Intentions Juice and Smoothie Bar, a community hub located on South Tacoma Way. Celebrating its fifth year, Intentions is more than just a place for healthy drinks; it's a focal point for health, wellness, and community engagement.

#Back2Besa - On March 30, 2025, the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle’s Central District was filled with joy, sisterhood, and celebration as the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle Guild hosted its first annual Trailblazing Black Women in Washington State brunch.

#Back2Besa - ETC Tacoma’s Spring Line launch got an unexpected twist when Back2Besa and FOX 13 Seattle popped up with Molly Moon’s ice cream to celebrate Women’s History Month and Campfire Coffee to keep guests warm. Guests who downloaded the FOX Local app were treated to two scoops of ice cream

For the third year in a row, Besa Gordon attended the Mariners Food Preview at T-Mobile Park—an invite-only event where local media get an exclusive first taste of what’s hitting the menu for the new season.

Besa Gordon, host of Back2Besa on FOX 13 Seattle, brought a surge of energy to Good Day Seattle this morning during a lively segment with Erin Mayovsky to preview this weekend’s episode. The topic? DEFY Northwest, a professional wrestling organization that clearly holds a special place in Besa's heart.

#WomensHistoryMonth - Recently, at the 90th Annual Seattle Sports Commission Sports Star of the Year Awards, Besa Gordon of FOX 13 Seattle's 'Back2Besa' took a moment on the red carpet to ask a simple yet profound question: 'What word do you have for women?'

In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth, Besa Gordon is spotlighting Lisa Gardner, a remarkable leader making a significant impact in Spokane, Washington. Lisa, a Spokane native, was deeply influenced by her grandmother, Sarah Queen Gardner, an activist, entrepreneur, and former Spokane City Council candidate.

Seattle, WA – Victory Hall in SODO was alive with energy last Thursday as the "Ladies First Marketplace" and a unique “Take Me Out to the Quad - An HBCU Vibe Bingo Experience” event took center stage, creating a vibrant celebration of Black women-owned businesses and community fellowship.

In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth, Converge Media's Chief Storyteller Winfield Ezell Jr. offers this uplift to the countless amazing Black women who have graced this platform over the years including our very own Queens of Converge: Trae Holiday, Julia Jessie, Besa Gordon, and Takiyah Ward. We thank you.

Besa Gordon hit the 90th Annual Seattle Sports Star of the Year Awards at the Seattle Convention Center, bringing viewers an inside look at one of the biggest nights in Washington sports.

#SupportBlackBusiness - Besa Gordon has a long history with Jerk Shack Kitchen—literally from day one! She was the very first customer when they opened their Central District location, and since then, she’s been a loyal supporter of Chef Trey Lamont’s mouthwatering Caribbean-inspired dishes.

By Besa Gordon - Art vibes anyone? Let's go on a little adventure to the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art for the Black Voices Film Festival. Now, you know I had to hop on that ferry, sail 30 minutes away from Seattle, and pull up to celebrate Black storytelling.

#SupportBlackBusiness Coffee lovers, this one’s for you! The Station Coffee Shop, a Black and Latino-owned gem in Seattle's Columbia City, is a must-visit spot—located right across from the light rail.

By Besa Gordon - I finally made it to Umami Kushi, Seattle’s ONLY Black-owned anime café in South Seattle! If you love anime, Okazu Pans (Japanese grab-and-go pastries), or juicy chicken and beignets, this spot is calling your name. Oh, and they accept the Buy Black Card by Intentionalist too!