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Luncheons

Monthly luncheons feature a knowledgeable keynote speaker offering valuable insights for your business and leadership toolbox and provides the opportunity to network in a welcoming atmosphere. Monthly Luncheons are held both in person and virtually. We will review all submissions and will contact you with any additional questions. Speakers are limited to speaking a maximum of once every 18 months. Please follow the link below to submit your request to speak at a WBO Luncheon.


Apply to Speak at a WBO Luncheon

Education Workshops

Virtual workshops provide education on relevant business practices and subjects. Topics have included social media marketing, identifying ideal clients, podcasting, time management, nurturing your network, client contracts, and leadership skills. Education workshops are presented by WBO members. We will review all submissions and will contact you with any additional questions. Please follow the link below to submit your request to present an Education Workshop.


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Upcoming events

  • After Hours: Virtual Speed Networking

    • Tuesday, January 13, 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Join WBO from the comfort of your home for a virtual speed networking event!

    Spend an evening strengthening connections with the amazing women of WBO. You’ll rotate through breakout rooms designed to help you meet everyone in attendance, learn about their businesses, and make the most of your time networking. By the end of the night, you’ll have a valuable list of women business owners to follow up with as you build deeper, more meaningful relationships—and experience the power of WBO.

    This is the perfect opportunity to practice your elevator pitch, expand your network, and have fun along the way.

    Dress in whatever makes you feel confident, bring your favorite beverage, and get ready to connect. We can’t wait to learn more about you, your business, and how we can support your success.

    Please be advised that photos and video may be taken at our events and used in our digital marketing, including but not limited to our website and social media platforms. By attending a Women Business Owners event, you agree to allow photos and/or video of you to be used in WBO’s marketing initiatives.

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  • Monthly Luncheon

    • Thursday, January 22, 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 SE 24th St., Mercer Island
    Register

    Speaker: Tracey Warren, Ignite Your Champions

    Topic: Turning Connections into Community: How to create memorable moments that help you stand out for referrals, retention and reciprocation

    What if you already knew everyone you needed to know to be successful in your business - for referrals, increased revenue, reduced risk?

    Because chances are you do!

    In times of uncertainty, the most important resource each of you has is the PEOPLE around you - whatever role they play in your life and business.

    In this workshop, we will start to dig in to the IGNITE framework for deciding who the most important people might be, sharing creative and affordable ideas for staying in touch, and taking your business or organization beyond transaction to a place of transformation where you are creating memorable connections that last.

    This is about creating an intentional, strategic plan for building Champions and how that can support you in growing your business!

    Every attendee will also receive a copy of Tracey’s book, Ignite Your Champions!

    PLEASE NOTE: A boxed lunch *is not* included in the base ticket price: During registration, you will have the option to purchase a boxed lunch for $20, provided by Gourmondo. The base ticket price includes beverages.

    Deadline: Registrations that include a box lunch order will close end of day on Tuesday, January 20.

    Please be advised that photos and video may be taken at our events and used in our digital marketing, including but not limited to our website and social media platforms. By attending a Women Business Owners event, you agree to allow photos and/or video of you to be used in WBO’s marketing initiatives.

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  • Education Workshop - Estate Planning for Women Business Owners

    • Thursday, January 29, 2026
    • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Presenter: Tricia O'Konek, Tourmaline Law, PLLC

    Title: What Happens If....? Estate Planning for Women Business Owners

    What happens if you’re suddenly unable to run your business? What happens if a key decision needs to be made and you’re unreachable? What happens if the people you trust most aren’t legally empowered to act on your behalf - personally or professionally?

    In a world full of unknowns, your succession plan and legacy don’t have to be among them. Still, estate planning often feels intimidating, easy to postpone, or like something you’ll “get to later”—especially when you’re juggling the demands of running a business. Many women entrepreneurs either don’t have a plan at all, have documents that no longer reflect the realities of their life and growing business, or simply aren’t sure where to begin.

    In this session, we’ll focus on why planning matters and what’s at stake. We’ll explore the questions every business owner should be asking—about decision makers, how tools like wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and health care directives actually function, how family and team dynamics affect your plan, and what it means to protect both your business and personal assets. There is no one size fits all plan; every person and every business is unique, and your estate planning should reflect that.

    You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of your risks, the gaps you may not have noticed, and how the right support can help you build and execute a plan that protects your business and your personal legacy with confidence.

    *This presentation is for general educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Participating in this session does not create an attorney client relationship, and you should consult with a qualified attorney about your specific situation.

    About Our Presenter: 

    Attorney Tricia O’Konek focuses her estate planning practice on helping individuals, families, and business owners create plans that reflect their values and provide practical protection. She is committed to making the planning process approachable and empowering, especially for clients who want to reduce strain on their loved ones and ensure their wishes are honored. Tricia works with clients throughout Washington State on a range of estate planning needs.

    After years in personal injury and civil litigation, Tricia saw how often people were left making high stakes decisions in the middle of a crisis. She founded Tourmaline Law to shift the focus from reacting to emergencies to planning ahead and helping clients feel confident in their planning.

    Tricia is committed to providing legal services in a space that is welcoming, inclusive, and affirming for all individuals and families. She serves clients of every background, identity, and family structure, and centers dignity, respect, and cultural humility in every part of her work. Tourmaline Law was built on the belief that proactive planning should be accessible, judgment free, and tailored to the lived experiences of the people it’s meant to protect.

    Please be advised that photos and video may be taken at our events and used in our digital marketing, including but not limited to our website and social media platforms. By attending a Women Business Owners event, you agree to allow photos and/or video of you to be used in WBO’s marketing initiatives.

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  • After Hours

    • Wednesday, February 11, 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • L'Experience Paris, 258 106th Ave NE, Bellevue
    Register

    Join us for an evening of stimulating conversations, thought-provoking moments, and plenty of fun-all while enjoying your favorite beverage.

    If you’re looking to connect, learn, and laugh with a dynamic group of ladies, you’re in the right place!

    Early bird discount ends Thursday, February 5. Online registration closes on Monday, February 9.

    Event Sponsor: Sandy Dupleich, The Entrepreneur's Source 

    Please be advised that photos and video may be taken at our events and used in our digital marketing, including but not limited to our website and social media platforms. By attending a Women Business Owners event, you agree to allow photos and/or video of you to be used in WBO’s marketing initiatives.

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  • Education Workshop - The Business of Balance

    • Tuesday, February 17, 2026
    • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Presenter: Danielle Stovall, Founder, Take Your Wings & RISE, LLC

    Title: The Business of Balance: Sustainable Power in Leadership

    The Business of Balance challenges hustle-based leadership and demonstrates how emotional intelligence, intentional self-care, and presence lead to stronger, more sustainable results.

    Balance is often treated as a personal preference, when in reality it is a critical factor in sustainable leadership and long-term business performance. The Business of Balance reframes self-care and emotional intelligence as essential operational tools that support clarity, resilience, and effective decision-making.

    This session examines how constant overextension, reactive leadership, and burnout undermine impact, creativity, and organizational health. Rather than promoting hustle or recovery cycles, the conversation focuses on building internal routines and leadership practices that allow individuals to remain present, grounded, and strategic — even in high-demand environments.

    Participants will explore how purpose, presence, and peace function as stabilizing forces in leadership, enabling stronger boundaries, clearer communication, and more intentional use of energy. The emphasis is on sustainability: creating systems that support consistent performance without sacrificing well-being.

    This talk offers a practical, business-oriented approach to redefining power — not through force or overwork, but through alignment, regulation, and clarity that support both professional success and long-term capacity.

    About Our Presenter: 

    Danielle Stovall is the founder of Take Your Wings & RISE, LLC, a healing-centered coaching and advocacy practice supporting individuals and communities in growth, resilience, and empowerment. She is the organizer of the inaugural RISE UP AGAINST Domestic Violence March in Seattle and a leader within the RISE UP Cultural Movement, advocating for survivor-centered healing, youth protection, and systemic change. Danielle is also a co-founder of For The Girls, a Seattle-based entertainment collective creating protective, resource-rich spaces for creatives. Her work bridges healing, leadership, and community impact—inviting people to rise with purpose, integrity, and love.

    Please be advised that photos and video may be taken at our events and used in our digital marketing, including but not limited to our website and social media platforms. By attending a Women Business Owners event, you agree to allow photos and/or video of you to be used in WBO’s marketing initiatives.

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  • Monthly Luncheon

    • Thursday, February 26, 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 SE 24th St., Mercer Island
    Register

    Speaker: Gazala Uradnik, GFS Events

    Topic: Why Doing Good Is Good for (Your) Business

    Why do people give? What motivates generosity, loyalty and long-term commitment — and how can small business owners apply those same principles to their companies?

    This session explores the psychology behind giving and why humans are wired to support causes that align with their values. We will connect those insights to why businesses give; how strategic generosity builds trust and credibility and why having a thoughtful giving strategy is no longer optional for small businesses that want to stand out in a crowded marketplace.

    Attendees will learn how purposeful giving can strengthen brand loyalty, deepen community relationships and create a meaningful competitive advantage. This session will also offer practical guidance on how to develop a giving strategy that feels authentic, aligns with business values and supports both impact and growth.

    PLEASE NOTE: A boxed lunch *is not* included in the base ticket price: During registration, you will have the option to purchase a boxed lunch for $20, provided by Gourmondo. The base ticket price includes beverages.

    Deadline: Registrations that include a box lunch order will close end of day on Tuesday, February 24.

    About Our Speaker:

    Gazala Uradnik is the Founder and Principal of GFS Events, a strategic event planning firm that partners with nonprofits to elevate their fundraising outcomes. With a Master’s in Healthcare Management from the University of Michigan School of Public Health, Gazala brings over two decades of experience in strategic planning, business development, and mission-focused execution.

    In 2012, Gazala founded GFS Events after recognizing a critical gap in support for nonprofit organizations striving to raise more through events. GFS Events partners with clients to create mission-driven fundraising experiences—galas, walks, auctions and more—that are not only well-executed but deeply aligned with each organization’s purpose. GFS Events’ work goes beyond logistics, to helping nonprofits articulate their stories, connect with donors on an emotional level, and raise significantly more money—often doubling or tripling what they’ve raised in previous years. For the past 13 years, Gazala and her team have produced over 400 nonprofit events across the Pacific Northwest and beyond and raised over $100 million through expertly planned and executed events. GFS Events has received multiple accolades, including Best Nonprofit Event and Best Public Event from the International Live Events Association.

    An active community leader, Gazala has served on several nonprofit boards including Women Business Owners, MPI Washington and ILEA Seattle.

    Please be advised that photos and video may be taken at our events and used in our digital marketing, including but not limited to our website and social media platforms. By attending a Women Business Owners event, you agree to allow photos and/or video of you to be used in WBO’s marketing initiatives.

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  • After Hours

    • Tuesday, March 10, 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Allegiance Wealth Management, 301 116th Ave SE, Suite 500, Bellevue
    Register

    Join us for an evening of stimulating conversations, thought-provoking moments, and plenty of fun-all while enjoying your favorite beverage.

    If you’re looking to connect, learn, and laugh with a dynamic group of ladies, you’re in the right place!

    Early bird discount ends Thursday, March 5. Online registration closes on Sunday, March 8.

    Event Sponsor: Ginger Wasylik, Allegiance Wealth Management

    Please be advised that photos and video may be taken at our events and used in our digital marketing, including but not limited to our website and social media platforms. By attending a Women Business Owners event, you agree to allow photos and/or video of you to be used in WBO’s marketing initiatives.

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  • Monthly Luncheon

    • Thursday, March 26, 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 SE 24th St., Mercer Island

    Speaker: TBD


    More information coming soon!




    PLEASE NOTE: A boxed lunch *is not* included in the base ticket price: During registration, you will have the option to purchase a boxed lunch for $20, provided by Gourmondo. The base ticket price includes beverages.

    Deadline: Registrations that include a box lunch order will close end of day on Tuesday, March 24.

    Please be advised that photos and video may be taken at our events and used in our digital marketing, including but not limited to our website and social media platforms. By attending a Women Business Owners event, you agree to allow photos and/or video of you to be used in WBO’s marketing initiatives.

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  • After Hours

    • Tuesday, April 14, 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • TBD

    More information coming soon! 







    Please be advised that photos and video may be taken at our events and used in our digital marketing, including but not limited to our website and social media platforms. By attending a Women Business Owners event, you agree to allow photos and/or video of you to be used in WBO’s marketing initiatives.

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  • Monthly Luncheon

    • Thursday, April 23, 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 SE 24th St., Mercer Island

    Speaker: TBD


    More information coming soon!




    PLEASE NOTE: A boxed lunch *is not* included in the base ticket price: During registration, you will have the option to purchase a boxed lunch for $20, provided by Gourmondo. The base ticket price includes beverages.

    Deadline: Registrations that include a box lunch order will close end of day on Tuesday, April 21.

    Please be advised that photos and video may be taken at our events and used in our digital marketing, including but not limited to our website and social media platforms. By attending a Women Business Owners event, you agree to allow photos and/or video of you to be used in WBO’s marketing initiatives.

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  • After Hours

    • Tuesday, May 12, 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Dress For Success - Pacific Place, 600 Pine St, Seattle
    Register

    Join us for an evening of stimulating conversations, thought-provoking moments, and plenty of fun-all while enjoying your favorite beverage.

    If you’re looking to connect, learn, and laugh with a dynamic group of ladies, you’re in the right place!

    Early bird discount ends Thursday, May 7. Online registration closes on Sunday, May 10.

    Please be advised that photos and video may be taken at our events and used in our digital marketing, including but not limited to our website and social media platforms. By attending a Women Business Owners event, you agree to allow photos and/or video of you to be used in WBO’s marketing initiatives.

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  • Monthly Luncheon

    • Thursday, May 28, 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 SE 24th St., Mercer Island

    Speaker: TBD


    More information coming soon!




    PLEASE NOTE: A boxed lunch *is not* included in the base ticket price: During registration, you will have the option to purchase a boxed lunch for $20, provided by Gourmondo. The base ticket price includes beverages.

    Deadline: Registrations that include a box lunch order will close end of day on Tuesday, May 26.

    Please be advised that photos and video may be taken at our events and used in our digital marketing, including but not limited to our website and social media platforms. By attending a Women Business Owners event, you agree to allow photos and/or video of you to be used in WBO’s marketing initiatives.

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  • After Hours Wine Walk

    • Tuesday, June 09, 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • SODO Gateway

    More information coming soon!






    Please be advised that photos and video may be taken at our events and used in our digital marketing, including but not limited to our website and social media platforms. By attending a Women Business Owners event, you agree to allow photos and/or video of you to be used in WBO’s marketing initiatives.

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  • Monthly Luncheon

    • Thursday, June 25, 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 SE 24th St., Mercer Island

    Speaker: TBD


    More information coming soon!




    PLEASE NOTE: A boxed lunch *is not* included in the base ticket price: During registration, you will have the option to purchase a boxed lunch for $20, provided by Gourmondo. The base ticket price includes beverages.

    Deadline: Registrations that include a box lunch order will close end of day on Tuesday, June 23.

    Please be advised that photos and video may be taken at our events and used in our digital marketing, including but not limited to our website and social media platforms. By attending a Women Business Owners event, you agree to allow photos and/or video of you to be used in WBO’s marketing initiatives.

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  • After Hours

    • Tuesday, July 14, 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Hall & Dornan Capital Partners, 1700 NW Gilman Blvd, Suite 210, Issaquah
    Register

    Join us for an evening of stimulating conversations, thought-provoking moments, and plenty of fun-all while enjoying your favorite beverage.

    If you’re looking to connect, learn, and laugh with a dynamic group of ladies, you’re in the right place!

    Early bird discount ends Thursday, July 9. Online registration closes on Sunday, July 12.

    Event Sponsor: Hall & Dornan Capital Partners

    Please be advised that photos and video may be taken at our events and used in our digital marketing, including but not limited to our website and social media platforms. By attending a Women Business Owners event, you agree to allow photos and/or video of you to be used in WBO’s marketing initiatives.

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