The following description comes from the event organizer.

Featured Speaker

Mikayla Benedict - the youngest restaurateur in Seattle and the owner of @evokecafebar and @houseofeveseattle

Join us for an intimate VIP evening dedicated to amplifying the voices and experiences of women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ leaders.

In today's rapidly evolving world, leadership is no longer confined to traditional molds. It's about challenging the status quo and decolonizing the systems and structures that have maintained power imbalances. "Leadership Reimagined" provides a unique platform for individuals from diverse intersecting identities to come together and engage in honest, transparent discussions about the challenges and triumphs of leadership.

This event is more than just a speakers' forum; it's an intimate space where attendees can connect with role models who have shattered barriers and redefined what it means to lead. Each of our speakers offers invaluable insights into navigating the complexities of leadership in a changing landscape. Decolonizing leadership requires us to challenge dominant paradigms and embrace alternative models that honor cultural traditions, histories, and ways of knowing.

Whether you are a seasoned leader, an aspiring leader, or a solo trailblazer in any industry or role, we welcome you to join us. We are united by a shared commitment to creating positive change in our respective spheres of influence. By engaging in discussions and dialogues, we aim to foster greater awareness and community among our attendees.

Join us at "Leadership Reimagined" as we center and elevate marginalized voices and collectively envision a future where leadership is truly inclusive and reflective of the genius, wisdom, and potential that is within all of us. We are redefining what it means to lead.

Moderator

Dr. Jennifer Chain is a Licensed Psychologist and the Owner of Thrive for the People, a group mental health practice in the Ballard neighborhood. She is a 1.5-generation immigrant and Chinese American woman. She started her practice at 30 years old and built a successful 7-figure business with 6 employees. She is passionate about mental health, resilience, entrepreneurship, and elevating the voices of people who are breaking barriers.

Dress Code

We invite you to dress in your finest cocktail attire and join us for an evening filled with excitement, connection, and celebration. After the event, we encourage you to keep the festivities going by making an evening out of it. Explore the neighborhood of Pioneer Square, indulge in delicious drinks and cuisine, and create unforgettable memories with friends old and new. Let's transform this special occasion into an extraordinary night to remember!

Agenda

6:00 pm - 6:30 pm Arrival and Wine and Cheese
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Speaker and Q/A
7:30 pm - 8:00 pm Networking