Maeve Chocolate

Maeve Chocolate, formerly known as Seattle Chocolate Company, is a leading ethical chocolate manufacturer based in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 1991, the company has built a reputation for its signature melt-in-your-mouth truffle bars and bonbons, crafted with a focus on sustainability, direct trade, and innovation. After the original factory was destroyed in the 2001 Nisqually Earthquake, Jean Thompson took over as owner and CEO, infusing the brand with vibrant colors and a commitment to eco-friendly practices. In 2025, the company rebranded as Maeve Chocolate, named after a legendary Irish warrior queen, to reflect its bold, joyful, and inclusive vision. Maeve Chocolate operates a carbon-neutral factory powered by wind and landfill gas, uses compostable packaging, and sources cocoa directly from farmers, cutting out middlemen to ensure fair compensation and quality of life for growers. The company donates 10% of net profits to projects supporting cocoa farmers in Ghana, such as digging wells and providing loans. Maeve's product range includes a wide variety of truffle bars, bonbons, and limited edition seasonal collections, with a focus on fun, flavor, and ethical sourcing. The company serves the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, with nationwide distribution and a strong presence in specialty and gift markets. Notable for its woman-owned leadership and mother-daughter team, Maeve also operates the sister brand jcoco, which offers culinary-inspired chocolate. Maeve Chocolate is dedicated to making a positive impact on the planet and the people behind every bite, while delivering delicious, innovative chocolate experiences.\n\nKey products: truffle bars, bonbons, limited edition chocolate lines, gifts, and merchandise.\n\nYear founded: 1991.\n\nIndustries served: CPG, specialty retail, gifting, foodservice.\n\nNotable clients: Not specified, but products are widely distributed and recognized in the industry.\n\nFor more, see https://maevechocolate.com/pages/about and https://maevechocolate.com.