From being one of the top cities for women in legislation to being consistently ranked in the top ten for share of women-owned businesses, Seattle is a beacon for female leaders. Whether your event has a strong female attendee base, or you just want to underscore the impact of women in your industry, Seattle creates a powerful, inclusive backdrop for your meeting.
Seattle was ranked the #1 city for women entrepreneurs in 2023. Beyond the numbers, many of the women-led brands in Seattle influence the city’s culture—from local favorites like Fran’s Chocolates, led by Fran Bigelow, to nationally recognized brands like Sub Pop Records. These businesses show that when women pursue their ambitions in Seattle, they are set up for success.
Women are shaping both the culinary and viticulture industries in Seattle. Numerous James Beard nominated chefs—including Kristi Brown of Communion Restaurant & Bar—continue to diversify the city’s palate, alongside award-winning winemakers including Mari Womack of Damsel Cellars.
Seattle was ranked among the top five cities where women are most successful. Amy Hood, Microsoft’s first female CFO, and Bridget Frey, CTO of Redfin, have both been recognized on lists of the most powerful women in technology. They prove that Seattle is a place where women have a seat at the table.
In Seattle, women also take charge both on and off the court. The city is home to four-time WNBA Champion Seattle Storm (run by an all-female leadership team) and the WNBA’s leading scorer of 2023: Jewell Loyd. The NHL’s Seattle Kraken also made Jessica Campbell the league’s first woman assistant coach, furthering Seattle women’s influence in the world of sports.
Jewell Loyd, Seattle Storm, WNBA Scoring Leader 2023
Bridget Frey, Redfin, CTO, One of the 50 Most Powerful Women in Tech
Jessica Campbell, Seattle Kraken, First female assistant coach in the NHL
Chef Kristi Brown, Communion Restaurant & Bar, Acclaimed restaurant owner and founder of That Brown Girl Cooks!