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Seattle CelebratesWomen

Seattle celebrates strong women and creates an environment for them to lead.

Were you aware that Seattle is ranked the #1 city for women entrepreneurs? 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 these leaders to come together and share ideas.

Get to know Seattle's strong women

A person with braided hair smiles warmly while talking to someone off-camera. They are wearing a dark t-shirt with a white logo. The background is softly blurred, creating a casual and friendly atmosphere.

Jewell Loyd, professional basketball player for Seattle Storm

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A person with long blonde hair wearing red glasses smiles while holding a violin outdoors. They are standing in front of a large building with reflective windows.

Charity Rose Thielen, musician

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A chef in a black uniform sits in a restaurant booth with tufted leather seats. She has a bald head and wears gold earrings and bracelets. She holds her hand on her chest and gazes to the side, with a warm, ambient bar setting in the background.
Kristi Brown courtesy Communion

Kristi Brown, chef

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Chef Melissa Miranda of Musang
Melissa Miranda | Photo: Charity Burggraaf

Melissa Miranda, chef

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WNBA star Sue Bird sitting on a three-step stool, facing to the left and smiling.
Sue Bird; photo by Hayley Blavka

Sue Bird, former professional basketball player for Seattle Storm

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Melissa Arnot | Uncharted: Seattle

Melissa Arnot, mountain climber

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A person with long dark hair and a bandana is performing at a dimly lit venue. They are wearing a white t-shirt, standing in front of a microphone and DJ equipment, with an elevated audience area in the background.
Chong the Nomad | Uncharted: Seattle

Chong the Nomad, DJ & Musician

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A soccer player with short purple hair, wearing a dark jersey and shorts, is in motion on the field during a game. She is in the midst of kicking a white and blue soccer ball. The background shows a blurred audience.
Jane Gershovich

Megan Rapinoe, former professional soccer player for Seattle Reign FC

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A person wearing glasses and a knitted beanie smiles while looking down. The background is a blurred indoor setting with shelves and various objects.
Mutsuko Soma | Family Style

Mutsuko Soma, chef

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A person with short curly hair and a black shirt smiles softly while sitting indoors. The background is softly lit with sculptures and artworks visible, creating an artistic and relaxed atmosphere.
Debora Moore | State of Glass

Debora Moore, glass artist

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A person with long purple hair and glasses smiles while wearing fairy wings and vibrant clothing. The background is a softly blurred urban setting.
Lonness Valenna | weSEAlove

Lonness Valenna, fairy godmother and transgender advocate

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Muralist Angelina Villalobos from Visit Seattle's SODO Motive video series.
Angelina Villalobos | SODO Motive

Angelina Villalobos, artist & muralist

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Chef Renee Erickson, wearing a black shirt, raises a glass with musician Mary Lambert, wearing a green cardigan over a black top and a white and red dotted scarf tied around her neck, as they stand in front of a bar lined with bottles of spirits.
Renee Erickson & Mary Lambert | Turning Tables

Mary Lambert, musician & Renee Erickson, chef

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A group of people gather indoors in front of a colorful mural. One person in the center, smiling, wears a black jacket. Others, some in red, are engaged in conversation and laughter. The mural depicts a serene face and oceanic elements.
Alicia Mullikin | Uncharted: Seattle

Alicia Mullikin, dancer & choreographer

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A woman with long black hair and glasses smiles at the camera while pointing towards the right. She is wearing a pink jacket. In the background, there is a snowy landscape with mountains and a few animals.
Kristina Glinoga | Uncharted: Seattle

Kristina Glinoga, butcher

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A woman stands on a marina dock, surrounded by moored boats and calm water. She gazes into the distance, with a partly cloudy sky overhead and scattered people walking in the background.
Shin Yu Pai | Creative City

Shin Yu Pai, poet, artist & events curator

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A woman sitting on a tree playing a guitar.
Sera Cahoone | Open Studio

Sera Cahoone, musician

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A woman wearing glasses and a dark top places a plate of food on a table surrounded by drinks, including wine and a red candle. She smiles while serving, and another person is partially visible in the background. Dark curtains hang behind them.
Donna Moodie | Family Style

Donna Moodie, chef

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A person with braided hair smiles warmly while talking to someone off-camera. They are wearing a dark t-shirt with a white logo. The background is softly blurred, creating a casual and friendly atmosphere.

Jewell Loyd, professional basketball player for Seattle Storm

More
A person with long blonde hair wearing red glasses smiles while holding a violin outdoors. They are standing in front of a large building with reflective windows.

Charity Rose Thielen, musician

More
A chef in a black uniform sits in a restaurant booth with tufted leather seats. She has a bald head and wears gold earrings and bracelets. She holds her hand on her chest and gazes to the side, with a warm, ambient bar setting in the background.
Kristi Brown courtesy Communion

Kristi Brown, chef

More
Chef Melissa Miranda of Musang
Melissa Miranda | Photo: Charity Burggraaf

Melissa Miranda, chef

More
WNBA star Sue Bird sitting on a three-step stool, facing to the left and smiling.
Sue Bird; photo by Hayley Blavka

Sue Bird, former professional basketball player for Seattle Storm

More
Uncharted
Melissa Arnot | Uncharted: Seattle

Melissa Arnot, mountain climber

Watch Now
A person with long dark hair and a bandana is performing at a dimly lit venue. They are wearing a white t-shirt, standing in front of a microphone and DJ equipment, with an elevated audience area in the background.
Chong the Nomad | Uncharted: Seattle

Chong the Nomad, DJ & Musician

Watch Now
A soccer player with short purple hair, wearing a dark jersey and shorts, is in motion on the field during a game. She is in the midst of kicking a white and blue soccer ball. The background shows a blurred audience.
Jane Gershovich

Megan Rapinoe, former professional soccer player for Seattle Reign FC

More
A person wearing glasses and a knitted beanie smiles while looking down. The background is a blurred indoor setting with shelves and various objects.
Mutsuko Soma | Family Style

Mutsuko Soma, chef

Watch Now
A person with short curly hair and a black shirt smiles softly while sitting indoors. The background is softly lit with sculptures and artworks visible, creating an artistic and relaxed atmosphere.
Debora Moore | State of Glass

Debora Moore, glass artist

Watch Now
A person with long purple hair and glasses smiles while wearing fairy wings and vibrant clothing. The background is a softly blurred urban setting.
Lonness Valenna | weSEAlove

Lonness Valenna, fairy godmother and transgender advocate

Watch Now
Muralist Angelina Villalobos from Visit Seattle's SODO Motive video series.
Angelina Villalobos | SODO Motive

Angelina Villalobos, artist & muralist

Watch Now
Chef Renee Erickson, wearing a black shirt, raises a glass with musician Mary Lambert, wearing a green cardigan over a black top and a white and red dotted scarf tied around her neck, as they stand in front of a bar lined with bottles of spirits.
Renee Erickson & Mary Lambert | Turning Tables

Mary Lambert, musician & Renee Erickson, chef

Watch Now
A group of people gather indoors in front of a colorful mural. One person in the center, smiling, wears a black jacket. Others, some in red, are engaged in conversation and laughter. The mural depicts a serene face and oceanic elements.
Alicia Mullikin | Uncharted: Seattle

Alicia Mullikin, dancer & choreographer

Watch Now
A woman with long black hair and glasses smiles at the camera while pointing towards the right. She is wearing a pink jacket. In the background, there is a snowy landscape with mountains and a few animals.
Kristina Glinoga | Uncharted: Seattle

Kristina Glinoga, butcher

Watch Now
A woman stands on a marina dock, surrounded by moored boats and calm water. She gazes into the distance, with a partly cloudy sky overhead and scattered people walking in the background.
Shin Yu Pai | Creative City

Shin Yu Pai, poet, artist & events curator

More
A woman sitting on a tree playing a guitar.
Sera Cahoone | Open Studio

Sera Cahoone, musician

More
A woman wearing glasses and a dark top places a plate of food on a table surrounded by drinks, including wine and a red candle. She smiles while serving, and another person is partially visible in the background. Dark curtains hang behind them.
Donna Moodie | Family Style

Donna Moodie, chef

More

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Learn More & Lean in

A collage of colorful, motivational word stickers. Phrases include "legend," "fierce," "boss lady," "mastermind," "magic maker," "dreamer," "encourager," "giver of good," "warrior," "hustle & heart," and "rally.

Badges of Honor

Visit Seattle has created custom Badge of Honor pins that celebrate our community. The badges are meant to be worn proudly or passed along to someone who inspires you. What's your badge of honor?

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Two women standing outdoors holding wine glasses, surrounded by greenery. Both are smiling and wearing black clothing. The background features a mix of trees and foliage.
Amy and Jeri Andrews Hilary McMullen

Seattle Ambassadors - Amy & Jeri Andrews

The married co-founders—alongside Brandi and Catherine Carlile—of XOBC Cellars talk about diversity, the state’s incredible wine terroir, and what they love about living in Seattle.

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A person with long, wavy hair smiles warmly while wearing a white blouse. They are seated against a plain white background.
Courtesy Monika C. Mathews

#IKnowSeattle

Seattle entrepreneur Monika C. Mathews shares her favorite spots for "me time" in Seattle.

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A person stands smiling beside a counter in a modern, airy indoor space with large glass windows and lush green plants. The setting appears to be a cafe or lounge area with seating and natural light.
Carlton Canary

The Future is Female

Where to eat and what to see to support Seattle women.

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A person with long, light hair smiles at the camera, set against a softly blurred indoor background.

Seattle Bookmarked | The Magical Language of Others

Find joy along the shores of West Seattle's Alki Beach in this excerpt from E.J. Koh’s memoir The Magical Language of Others, read by actor Erika Christensen.

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A woman passionately sings and plays an acoustic guitar with a microphone in front of her. She wears a white headwrap and a black shirt with the word "WORTH" visible. People in the background are listening.
india Arie playing as part of our series. Photo: David Newman

Turning Tables | India.Arie & Brian Clevenger

Multi-Grammy award winner India.Arie heads back to her chosen home of Seattle to team up with chef and restaurateur Brian Clevenger to create a meaningful 'Songversation' and dining experience.

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A person stands at the railing of a ferry, gazing at the water during a hazy sunrise. In the background, cranes from a port are silhouetted against the sky, and the sunlight reflects off the calm water.

Dear Seattle | The Sound (A Film by Megan Griffiths)

See the city's dynamism come to life and enjoy this #LoveLetterToSeattle from Seattle filmmaker Megan Griffiths.

More
Musician Mary Lambert singing into a microphone with her eyes closed against a dark background.

Music Genesis | Shame by Mary Lambert

Mary Lambert doesn’t shy away from sharing her journey as a person or an artist. Nor does she shy away from celebrating the role Seattle has played through it all.

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<< Previous

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A collage of colorful, motivational word stickers. Phrases include "legend," "fierce," "boss lady," "mastermind," "magic maker," "dreamer," "encourager," "giver of good," "warrior," "hustle & heart," and "rally.

Badges of Honor

Visit Seattle has created custom Badge of Honor pins that celebrate our community. The badges are meant to be worn proudly or passed along to someone who inspires you. What's your badge of honor?

More
Two women standing outdoors holding wine glasses, surrounded by greenery. Both are smiling and wearing black clothing. The background features a mix of trees and foliage.
Amy and Jeri Andrews Hilary McMullen

Seattle Ambassadors - Amy & Jeri Andrews

The married co-founders—alongside Brandi and Catherine Carlile—of XOBC Cellars talk about diversity, the state’s incredible wine terroir, and what they love about living in Seattle.

More
A person with long, wavy hair smiles warmly while wearing a white blouse. They are seated against a plain white background.
Courtesy Monika C. Mathews

#IKnowSeattle

Seattle entrepreneur Monika C. Mathews shares her favorite spots for "me time" in Seattle.

More
A person stands smiling beside a counter in a modern, airy indoor space with large glass windows and lush green plants. The setting appears to be a cafe or lounge area with seating and natural light.
Carlton Canary

The Future is Female

Where to eat and what to see to support Seattle women.

More
A person with long, light hair smiles at the camera, set against a softly blurred indoor background.

Seattle Bookmarked | The Magical Language of Others

Find joy along the shores of West Seattle's Alki Beach in this excerpt from E.J. Koh’s memoir The Magical Language of Others, read by actor Erika Christensen.

More
A woman passionately sings and plays an acoustic guitar with a microphone in front of her. She wears a white headwrap and a black shirt with the word "WORTH" visible. People in the background are listening.
india Arie playing as part of our series. Photo: David Newman

Turning Tables | India.Arie & Brian Clevenger

Multi-Grammy award winner India.Arie heads back to her chosen home of Seattle to team up with chef and restaurateur Brian Clevenger to create a meaningful 'Songversation' and dining experience.

More
A person stands at the railing of a ferry, gazing at the water during a hazy sunrise. In the background, cranes from a port are silhouetted against the sky, and the sunlight reflects off the calm water.

Dear Seattle | The Sound (A Film by Megan Griffiths)

See the city's dynamism come to life and enjoy this #LoveLetterToSeattle from Seattle filmmaker Megan Griffiths.

More
Musician Mary Lambert singing into a microphone with her eyes closed against a dark background.

Music Genesis | Shame by Mary Lambert

Mary Lambert doesn’t shy away from sharing her journey as a person or an artist. Nor does she shy away from celebrating the role Seattle has played through it all.

More

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