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Women in leadership breakfast 2024

Conversation.
Connection.
Creating
Equitable
Spaces.
Leveraging opportunities that create pathways to success.

Turning moments into momentum.

We welcome attendees to enjoy a morning of inspiration and community at our annual Women in Leadership Breakfast. This is an opportunity to reflect, grow, and lean into your unique leadership qualities. It features an engaging discussion on topics relevant to the workplace and the development of leaders in our community. Wherever you are on your leadership journey, we hope you leave the Breakfast feeling empowered, inspired, and reconnected with your peers.

“This event filled my soul when I especially needed it.”

Shayna
Women in Leadership Breakfast Attendee

Program Details

Mimosa Bars & Coffee Stations

Grab a drink and make a new connection.

Open

The Intentionalist Marketplace presented by BECU

Shop, mingle and network with 10 local, women-owned businesses representing a variety of goods and services.

Bellden Cafe

#AsianOwned

Black Arts Love

#BlackOwned

Lulumiere

#AsianOwned

Daily Ritual Cafe

#BlackOwned #LatinaOwned

Ohh...macarons

#AsianOwned

QueenCare

#BlackOwned

Sairen

#AsianOwned

Seatango

#LatinaOwned

The Re-Sole 206

#BlackOwned

Tizana Mexicana

#LatinaOwned

Open
Headshot Stations courtesy of Symetra

Update your digital resume with complimentary headshots.

Reign FC & Seattle Storm Experience

Exclusive giveaways from Seattle’s professional women’s sports franchises.

Open
WISE Seattle

Discover ways to get more involved in the local sports landscape and meet the 2024 Women of Inspiration Award nominees.

Open

Make your way into the ballroom and to your designated table before the program begins. Digital seating charts will be at the entryway to help guide you.

Welcome Remarks

Why Women's Sports Isn't Just Having a Moment

presented by Starbucks

Can I Get a Moment? The Influence Gap's Effect on Momentum

presented by Kaiser Permanente

If I Can See It, I Can Be It

presented by PNC Bank

Recognizing Your Power to Create Momentum

Jackie Payne | Founder & Executive Director of Galvanize Action

WISE Seattle Women of Inspiration Award

Announcement of award winner as voted on by the public

Mimosa Bars & Coffee Stations

Grab a drink and make a new connection.

Open

The Intentionalist Marketplace presented by BECU

Shop, mingle and network with 10 local, women-owned businesses representing a variety of goods and services.

Bellden Cafe

#AsianOwned

Black Arts Love

#BlackOwned

Lulumiere

#AsianOwned

Daily Ritual Cafe

#BlackOwned #LatinaOwned

Ohh...macarons

#AsianOwned

QueenCare

#BlackOwned

Sairen

#AsianOwned

Seatango

#LatinaOwned

The Re-Sole 206

#BlackOwned

Tizana Mexicana

#LatinaOwned

Open
Headshot Stations courtesy of Symetra

Update your digital resume with complimentary headshots.

Reign FC & Seattle Storm Experience

Exclusive giveaways from Seattle’s professional women’s sports franchises.

Open
WISE Seattle

Discover ways to get more involved in the local sports landscape and meet the 2024 Women of Inspiration Award nominees.

Open
Virtual program available from 7:45-10:00am
Register now

2024 Panel and Featured Speakers

Joyce Taylor

Joyce Taylor

KING 5
Panelist
Karen Thomas

Karen Thomas

Gensler
Panelist
Besa Gordon

Besa Gordon

Converge Media
Emily Parkhurst

Emily Parkhurst

Formidable, Inc.
Panelist
Garth Knutson

Garth Knutson

Aflac
Panelist
Mario Bailey

Mario Bailey

SEATTLE SEAHAWKS
Panelist
Jen Barnes

Jen Barnes

ROUGH & TUMBLE PUB/USWL BALLARD
Panelist
Angela Dowling

Angela Dowling

KAISER PERMANENTE
Panelist
Jaci McCormack

Jaci McCormack

Rise Above
Keynote Speaker
Jackie Payne

Jackie Payne

Galvanize USA
Jen Mueller

Jen Mueller

ROOT Sports / Talk Sporty To Me

Past panelists

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Joyce Taylor
Joyce Taylor
KING 5
Karen Thomas
Karen Thomas
Gensler
Besa Gordon
Besa Gordon
Converge Media
Emily Parkhurst
Emily Parkhurst
Formidable, Inc.
Garth Knutson
Garth Knutson
Aflac
Mario Bailey
Mario Bailey
SEATTLE SEAHAWKS
Jen Barnes
Jen Barnes
ROUGH & TUMBLE PUB/USWL BALLARD
Angela Dowling
Angela Dowling
KAISER PERMANENTE
Jaci McCormack
Jaci McCormack
Rise Above
Jackie Payne
Jackie Payne
Galvanize USA
Jen Mueller
Jen Mueller
ROOT Sports / Talk Sporty To Me

Thank you to our Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor
Thank You To Our Partners
Thank You To Our Partners

Thank You To Our Partners

Moments like our annual Women in Leadership Breakfast are not possible without the support of our incredible partners who ensure that these moments generate lasting momentum for the professional development and vibrancy of our community.

“Each person’s life journey leads them down paths that help them find their unique voice. Our designated leadership must reflect diverse voices that harmonize to create a passionate song.

When used correctly, this song can light a fire in the hearts of the people they lead, causing a true and infinite impact that can be felt for generations to come.”
Chaunte Lowe
Olympic Athlete & 2020 Panelist

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