Events

Past Events in 2022

Be Empowered with WISE

Tuesday, September 13, 2022
6PM-8PM

Join us for one of our chapter pillar events! Be Empowered to take the Next Step in your career or personal life. We've brought in Leaders in the Human Resources to help us step out of our comfort zone, apply for a position you never thought of, ask for an internal promotion or raise, how to use your Human Resource leaders as a resource, and what employers are looking for in candidates.
Moderator: Panelists (see bios below or click name link for LinkedIn profile):
  • Jacque Holowaty, VP of Employee and Guest Experience for Climate Pledge Arena
  • Sara Frey, Director of Human Resources Thompson Seattle
  • Jessica Moore, Director of Talent Acquisition and Development at Seattle Sounders FC
Admission FEE: Includes drinks and appetizers
  • Members: FREE
  • Non-Members: $15

EVENT DETAILS:
6pm - Doors Open
6:30pm - Programming Begins
7:30pm - Networking & Mingling

LOCATION:
Climate Pledge Arena (Exact location details TBD)
334 1st Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109



WISE @ Seattle Storm - Climate Pledge Arena

Tuesday, June 7, 2022
5PM-9PM

Join WISE Seattle on an outing to watch the Seattle Storm in action vs. the Atlanta Dream. We will start in the new Seattle Storm Champions Center (located within the Pacific Science Center) for a pregame session including a conversation with Ginny Gilder (learn more in her bio below)!Also, enjoy some light bites, drinks, and to meet up with other WISE members. We'll head across the Seattle Center to Climate Pledge Arena for the game starting at 7:00PM.This will be one you won't want to miss! Tickets are limited, sign up soon!

Admission FEE:
  • Members: $25*
  • Non-Members: $40*
*Tickets include game ticket and pregame (food and beverages) - purchase through Eventbrite and game ticket will be transferred to you via the email that is registered on the Eventbrite Ticket.

LOCATION:
  • PREGAME: Starts at 5:00PM
  • Seattle Storm Champions Center (Read more about the Center Here)
  • 200 2nd Ave N Suite 2021, Seattle, WA 98109
  • GAME TIME: 7:00PM
  • Climate Pledge Arena
  • 334 1st Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
  • Click Here for Game Details

Seattle Storm Champion Center, 200 2nd Ave N Suite 2021



Tee Up with WISE: Golf & Networking

Tuesday, May 10, 2022
6:30-8:30PM

New to Golf or want to sharpen your skills before the next Golf outing? Join us for a night of networking at the Links at Interbay.

Business deals get done, connections are made and promotions are offered on the golf course. Join us as we learn the basics and work on our swings at the driving range.We will have instructors to help you perfect your swings and give you useful tips to improve your drive. This event is for all levels, so whether you have never picked up a club or have your pro tour card, all are welcome. Make sure to wear something comfortable for swinging a club.

Admission FEE:
Members: $5*
Non-Members: $15*

*Tickets include range balls & stall fees, snacks and 2 drink tickets (beer, wine, NA Beverages)

EVENT DETAILS:
6:30 pm-6:45 pm- Check In/Network (Upper Level)
Food and Beverage Provided

6:45 pm- Board Announcements & Giveaway 2 Sounders Tickets and Hear from Cathy Cangiano

7:00 pm- 8:00 pm - Practice your Swing with 2 Instructors
15 Bays Reserved, Bucket of Balls & Clubs Provided

8:00 pm- 8:30 pm- Wrapping up/Networking

What to Wear/Bring:
Athleisure, or clothes you can move in.
Athletic Shoes
Clubs Optional (we will have some to borrow)

Interbay Golf Center, 2501 15th Avenue West



Women Behind the Brewing Industry with Pink Boots Society

Tuesday, April 12, 2022
6PM-8PM

Join us for for the release of International Women's Brew Collabs. Learn about the brews from the women who make them!
Women's Collaboration Brew Release Party with Pink Boots Society. Join us for a tap takeover at Big Time Brewery for the release of International Women's Brew Collabs. You'll be able to hear more about the beers you are drinking from women brewers who made them. Let's network and meet the women behind the brewing industry!

Admission FEE:
Members: FREE
Non-Members: $15*
Tickets include 2 drink tickets and appetizers

Big Time Brewery & Alehouse, 4133 University Way Northeast

 



Power Play: Up Close and Personal with Amazon

Tuesday, March 8, 2022
6PM-8PM

Power Play is a WISE signature event, held each year during the month of March in celebration of National Women’s History Month.

Join us on Tuesday, March 8th for Power Play - A WISE signature event, held each year during the month of March in celebration of National Women’s History Month.

Power Play is a program panel event featuring senior to executive level professionals from the same organization, or section of sports business, who represent different areas of discipline within the organization.

This year, WISE Seattle is thrilled to welcome a panel of speakers from AMAZON.

2022 Speakers include:

- Katie Harnetiaux, Head of North America Consumer Marketing and Creative
- Tricia Crider, Sr. Manager for Marketing, Bus Development, and 3P Sr. Vendor
- Shauna Goldman, Manager for Amazon Fan Shop
- Wynne Adams, Manager of Vendor Management for Amazon Outdoors
- Jenn Stevens, GM/Lead of Amazon Fashion Team (Shoes, Jewelry and Watches)
- Moderated by: Brook Fox- Brooke & Jeffrey Show at Movin 92.5

Admission FEE:
Members: FREE
Non-Members: $15
*Tickets include 2 drink tickets and appetizers

Washington Athletic Club, 1325 6th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101

Past Events



WISE Seattle Speed Mentoring

Tuesday, February 8, 2022
6PM-8PM

Get up close and personal with industry veterans to discuss career and professional goals at this unique WISE Seattle mentoring event.

Join us at Lumen Field on Tuesday, February 8th for the return of one of our favorite in-person event: Speed Mentoring Roundtables. Get up close and personal with industry veterans and peers to discuss career and professional development topics that are important to you.This event fosters networking, learning, and deep conversations no matter where you stand in your career.The event is free to join for members and non-members and will feature a cash bar.Save your spot today for one of our most popular events of the year!

COVID Policies
We'll be following Lumen Field's COVID guidelines and you can view them here.

Lumen Field, 330 S Royal Brougham Way, Seattle, WA 98134

2021



End of Year Social & Trivia Night

Tuesday, December 14, 2021
6PM-8PM
Elysian capitol hill brewery

Get out your festive ugly sweaters and join us for a night of holiday fun! Check in and mingling starts at 6pm followed by Holiday Themed Trivia Bingo at 6:30 pm. Prizes for 1st/2nd Place in Holiday Trivia Bingo and Best Ugly Sweater!

About Holiday Bingo: Each guest will be given a bingo card, with clues for Holiday Movies, Holiday Facts and Traditional Holiday Games. The goal is to network and find other members that know the correct answer for the clue square. First/Second person to get bingo wins! Note: in order to get the bingo square the person that knows the answer must sign the square with the answer. You cannot answer any of the squares on your own card.

Example of Square: Cotton Headed Ninny Muggins.. Answer: Elf

Prizes:

Trivia: 1st Place: $50 Gift Card, 2nd Place: $25 Gift Card

Ugly Sweater: 1st Place: $50



Grateful for Our Members Event

Tuesday, november 9, 2021
6PM-8PM
bledsoe winery at four eleven wine

We're so grateful for our members and the community here in Seattle. Join us for a casual evening of networking with WISE members and guests. Light snacks will be provided and your first drink is on us!



Fireside Chat on Driving Change in the Sports Industry

Tuesday, october 12, 2021
6:30PM-8PM
t-mobile hq in bellevue & virtual

Our second annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion focused event features panelists from around the sports world to share their organization’s DEI efforts, how they’ve created systemic/cultural change within their companies, & how they’d advise other people/organizations to be agents of change themselves.

Featured panelists:

  • Karen Wilkens-Mickey, VP of DEI - Seattle Seahawks
  • Crystal Langhorne, 2x WNBA champion, 2x WNBA All-Star, Director of Community Engagement for the Force4Change - Seattle Storm

Moderated by Francesca Taporco, Director of WISE Seattle’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Retail Merchandising & Operations Manager at OL Reign.

Join us in-person at the T-Mobile Campus in Bellevue or join us virtually!



WISE Seattle Re-Opening & Summer Celebration

Tuesday, august 10, 2021

6:00PM-8PM

bda headquarters, woodinville, wa

To celebrate the return of in-person events, join us for a night of celebration and fun, hosted at WISE Seattle partner, BDA's headquarters.

To celebrate the return of in-person events, join us for a night of celebration and fun, hosted at WISE Seattle partner, BDA's headquarters in Woodinville. Enjoy a glass of wine, snacks, networking, and meet your current WISE Seattle board. Plus, inaugural WISE Seattle members can also pick up your member gift!

Doors open at 6 and the event begins at 6:30pm.

Not sure if you qualify for a member gift? Email our membership team at info@wiseseattle.org



In-Person Networking Event

Tuesday, July 13, 2021

6:00PM-8:00PM

Re:public in seattle

Celebrate the return to live events with a casual get-together with your fellow WISE members and board! Bring a colleague and stop by Re:public in South Lake Union for a drink and a catch-up! We'll preview some of the upcoming events and help answer any questions you may have about WISE membership.

This event is free for both members and non-members. Students (over 21) also welcome!



Intersectionality in Sports Dialogue

Thursday, May 27, 2021

6:00PM-8:00PM

virtually

In the second of a series of dialogues, join the WISE Seattle's Diversity & Inclusion Committee in exploring intersectionality in sports.

Jumping off a Player's Tribune article written by Megan Rapinoe, attendees will work through a series of guided questions with the WISE Seattle Diversity & Inclusion Committee.The evening will start with a welcome and recognition of AAPI and Jewish American Heritage Month followed by guiding questions based on Megan Rapinoe's piece for a discussion and open dialogue.

Attendees are asked to read the article ahead of time, especially the following key segments:
  • Section 1 - Female Excellence
  • Section 2 - "Real & Total," Intersectional Feminism
  • Section 3 - "Social Media Activism"
  • Section 5 - Social Justice
  • Section 10 - Human Observation
The event is open to members only (members from other WISE chapters are welcome to join).

Seattle Kraken Info Session for WISE Seattle

Thursday, May 27, 2021

5:00 - 5:30PM

virtually

WISE Seattle is the local go-to resource for helping women in sports and events navigate through all stages of their careers. Through monthly events, mentorship programs, networking, and professional development opportunities, WISE aims to bring local women together in our community so that we may support, learn and grow with one another.

In order to help you learn more about the benefits of WISE membership, we will be hosting an exclusive info session for employees of the Kraken on Thursday, 5/27 at 5PM. If you are unable to attend the live info session, we will send out a recording after the event to all who register.



Personal Branding Headshots - *Member Exclusive*

Tuesday, may 18, 2021

4:00-8:00PM

columbia tower club, 701 5th avenue, seattle, wa

Take advantage of our WISE Member perk and update your professional headshot!

  • Semi-private event: Max 5 people per 15 min time slot. Photo's should take approximately 5 mins per person
  • You will receive a digital copy of one edited professional headshot



Personal Branding with Olympians Gwen Jorgensen & Josh Dixon

Tuesday, may 11, 2021

6:30-8:00PM

virtually

Join Olympians Gwen Jorgensen and Josh Dixon for a discussion about the power and impact of developing your own personal brand.

Mark your calendars for the second Tuesday of the month for our monthly WISE Seattle event. This month, we're thrilled to be joined by Olympians Gwen Jorgensen and Josh Dixon for an exciting workshop about the power and impact of developing your own personal brand.

The evening will start with a panel discussion, followed by small group workshops to help you further define and develop your brand, as well as connect with other WISE members!

BONUS: we've added a special Member Perk for attendees!
WISE members who attend the event will have the chance to get a new professional headshot* at no cost to you! Register now and members who attend will receive a follow-up email with details about the headshots and how to sign up.

*Note: This perk will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis for current WISE Seattle members. Not all members who attend will be able to participate in the headshots. Photoshoot will take place Tuesday, May 18th from 4-8 PM at a location in Downtown Seattle. Participants will receive 1 professionally edited headshot delivered digitally.



Financial Fitness - Investing with Impact

Tuesday, may 11, 2021

6:30-8:00PM

virtually

Join WISE Seattle for our annual Financial Fitness event, featuring conversations with Financial Advisors from Morgan Stanley.

Join us for a virtual zoom conversation with Financial Advisors, Sara Asatiani and Brent Gray. The focus will be on core financial planning and financial education ideas. Our goal of the event is not to become experts on finances but to feel more comfortable and confident in asking tough questions to manage our personal finances.

When registering, please fill in a financial question you would like answered. For example: How do you manage your lifestyle, save for the future, and still pay off your student debt? How can you align your values with your money?

Every participant will receive a pdf copy of a Financial Playbook: A Women’s Guide to Life and Money.

Disclaimers: The returns on a portfolio consisting primarily of environmental, social, and governance-aware investments (ESG) or impact investments may be lower or higher than a portfolio that is more diversified or where decisions are based solely on investment considerations. Because ESG and impact criteria exclude some investments, investors may not be able to take advantage of the same opportunities or market trends as investors that do not use such criteria.The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney.
Learn More About Financial Fitness



Power Play | Up Close and Personal with Business Leaders Featuring the Seattle Seahawks 

Tuesday, march 9, 2021

6:30-8:00PM

virtually

WISE Seattle is gearing up to bring you an inspiring event - Power Play featuring the Seattle Seahawks.

Join WISE Seattle and the Seattle Seahawks for an exciting and insightful conversation, in celebration of National Women’s History Month. This panel discussion will feature a diverse group of senior executives from the Seahawks, highlighting their work within the organization and their career journeys. Be inspired by these accomplished women and hear about their unique paths to leadership.

  • Karen Spencer, Chief Financial Officer, Seattle Seahawks
  • Cindy Kelley, Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Administration, Seattle Seahawks
  • Amy Sprangers, Senior Vice President of Revenue, Seattle Seahawks
  • Karen Wilkins-Mickey, Vice President of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Seattle Seahawks
  • Moderated by Michelle Ludtka, Sports Anchor, Q13 FOX
To learn more about each of our panelists, read our latest blog post. Priority registration is given to members.
Learn More About Power Play



Representation in Sports Dialogue

Thursday, February 25, 2021

6:00-7:00PM

virtually

In the first of a series of dialogues, join the WISE Seattle's Diversity & Inclusion Committee in exploring representation in sports.

Jumping off a dialogue between Seattle sports legends Russell Wilson and Sue Bird, attendees will work through a series of guided questions with the WISE Seattle Diversity & Inclusion Committee.

Representation for women and women's sports, social impact, justice, and allyship are just a few of the topics the committee and attendees will be invited to explore.

The evening will start with a welcome and recognition of Black History Month followed by guiding questions based on Russell Wilson and Sue Bird's discussion and open dialogue.

Attendees are asked to watch Wilson and Bird's discussion ahead of time, especially the following key segments:
  • 0:55 - 3:03 (Representation for women and women’s sports)
  • 12:23-19:02 (Social Impact, Justice, Allyship)
The event is open to members only (members from other WISE chapters are welcome to join).



Sports Media Career Journey Panel

Tuesday, February 9, 2021

6:30-8:00PM

virtually

This month, we're sitting down with three of the biggest names in Seattle sports media: Angie Mentink, Shannon Drayer, and Elise Woodward.

Angie Mentink is an anchor for Root Sports Northwest and co-anchor of the television program Mariners Live. Shannon Drayer is a sports journalist who covers the Seattle Mariners for 710 AM KIRO, the ESPN Radio. Elise Woodward is a sports broadcaster at the Pac-12 Network, IMG Sports Network, and Seattle Storm.

The three journalists will come together to talk about their individual career journeys, their experience working in sports in Seattle, and more. The roundtable discussion will feature live Q&A throughout so bring your questions. We'll conclude with networking at the end of the session. Open to members and non-members.

2020



Holiday Happy Hour

Tuesday, december 15, 2020

6:30-8:00PM

virtually

Grab your festive sweater, your favorite cocktail (or mocktail), and join us for a night of trivia, networking, and celebration. Prizes too!

In our last event of 2020, we're encouraging you to have a little fun! Wear your favorite festive holiday sweater, make yourself a delicious holiday cocktail (or mocktail) and play trivia for a chance to win prizes!

The event is open to members and non-members.
6:30pm-7:00pm: - Ugly Sweater Contest / Holiday Cocktail "hour" / Networking
7:00pm - 8:00pm: Trivia: 3 rounds: sports, holidays, music audio round
8:00pm- 8:30pm Anyone who stays on can network longer if they'd like

Prizes included for best sweater and top 2 finalists in trivia.And be sure to download our WISE Seattle Holiday Zoom backgrounds!



Juggling Work and Life Panel Discussion

Tuesday, december 8, 2020

6:30-8:30PM PST

virtually

How can we help each other and help our organizations support talented women with work-life balance in their careers?

Join us for our monthly WISE Seattle event, featuring a roundtable discussion between the movers and shakers in the Seattle sports industry, tackling questions on everything from empowering women in the workplace to balancing work and home life.

Moderated by Brooke Sullivan, Senior Director of People and Culture for the Seattle Mariners and featuring the following panelists:
  • Gina Martinez Todd, Director of Sales, Corporate Partnerships, Seattle Seahawks
  • Frances Traisman, Senior Vice President of Sales, Seattle Mariners
  • Erin Vagley, SVP of HR and Administration, Seattle Sounders
Is there such a thing as work-life balance? How to do you work on yourself outside of your career? Bring your questions to this intimate roundtable discussion. The event is open to members and non-members.



Finding Your Next Job and Standing Out with Nike

Tuesday, december 1, 2020

6:30-8:30PM PST

virtually

In part two of our career series, WISE Seattle hosts Nike recruits to discuss how to make your resume stand out from others.

Join us for an intimate panel discussion with recruiters from the Nike Talent Attraction team, Nohán Cruz, Najjiya Coussey, and Margarete Daniels. The discussion will be followed by a resume workshop and breakout groups. Learn from the team at Nike how you can stand out from the crowd, resume best practices and more. This interactive session will teach you actionable items you can bring to your job search or pivot.

The event is open to members and non-members and will feature informal networking, followed by a resume workshop and interactive breakout rooms.



Pivoting Your Career

Tuesday, November 10, 2020

6:30-8:00PM PST

virtually

This month, WISE Seattle is hosting a fireside chat with Kati Quigley of Microsoft to discuss changing career paths, followed by networking.

In part one of a two-part career series, join us as we chat with Kati Quigley, Senior Director of Global Industry Marketing at Microsoft about pivoting in your career. Learn more about how to change your career path and go for positions that you might be interested in but are afraid your experience doesn’t line up. Learn how to apply yourself in a new career that is different from the one you are in.

The event is open to members and non-members and will be followed by a members-only networking session at the end of the discussion. Stay tuned for the second part of this career series on Tuesday, December 1st for a panel discussion on finding your next job and standing out.

Diversity & Inclusion Daily Challenge Dialogue #2

Thursday, October 29, 2020
6pm-7pm
Virtually

Join us for a dialogue about Diversity & Inclusion, based on the content of our 8  Daily Challenge activities.
You've spent time reflecting and drawing insights from our eight Daily Challenges, working to build a stronger awareness of equity and social justice. You read articles, listened to podcasts, watched videos, studied infographics, and completed activities. Now, let's come together and continue the discussion!

Join us to continue strengthening WISE Seattle’s diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and connect with your WISE Seattle colleagues.


Diversity & Inclusion Daily Challenge Dialogue #1

Monday, October 26, 2020
10:00 - 10:30am PST

You've spent time reflecting and drawing insights from our eight Daily Challenges, working to build a stronger awareness of equity and social justice. You read articles, listened to podcasts, watched videos, studied infographics, and completed activities. Now, let's come together and continue the discussion!

Join us to continue strengthening WISE Seattle’s diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and connect with your WISE Seattle colleagues.



Get in the Game with Diversity & Inclusion

Tuesday, October 13, 2020
6:30pm-8:00pm
Virtually

Attendees were led by Kay Martinez for a meaningful skill-building workshop on Diversity & Inclusion. Kay is the Associate Director at JEDI and has led JEDI initiatives in higher education for over a decade at universities across the country including Stanford, Tufts and Harvard University. The WISE Seattle Diversity & Inclusion committee also launched a Daily Challenge following the event to encourage ongoing learning and dialogue.



Wine Down Wednesday

wednesday, september 16, 2020

4:30-5:45PM PST

virtually

Join WISE Atlanta and WISE Seattle members for a rare networking opportunity while enjoying a cocktail!

Enjoy a cocktail with WISE Atlanta & WISE Seattle members as we virtually come together to network with women professionals in the sports, events, hospitality/tourism, and sports tech industry. A mixologist will walk attendees through a simple recipe we can learn to make from the comfort of our kitchens and enjoy during our networking session.



Poker PowHER

Tuesday, September 8, 2020
6pm-8pm
virtually

Virtual game night is about to get even better!

Join us for a special two-hour Poker PowHER introductory workshop on Tuesday, September 8th from 6-8 pm PST. Together, we will learn the basic skills needed to confidently sit at the poker table, including hand strength, bet sizing, when to hold, and when to fold.

You will leave with basic game knowledge and confidence to sit at the table. It's time women had a seat - and a chance to win - at every table!

No previous poker experience is necessary. We will be learning the basics of the game in small groups with an instructor and then playing a few games to build up your confidence and skills.

Poker Powher is a women-led initiative to teach poker to one million women. They aim to “flip the table” on the male-dominated game and empower players beyond poker with the skills taught through the game: discipline, confidence, risk-tolerance, and strategic thinking.

Power Play Panel

Tuesday, July 14, 2020
6pm-8pm

Heather Curtis & Ginny Sorenson, two senior executive-level women from Swire Coca-Cola, a WISE Seattle founding partner, joined moderator Jen Mueller for an insightful and honest conversation about finding success in business. Attendees called this one of the most inspiring WISE Seattle events they've attended!

Virtual!

2019

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