International Women’s Day event at the Seattle Design Center is coming up on March 5th

Join us at the Seattle Design Center on March 5th from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM for an empowering event in honor of International Women’s Day. "Women in Design: Define and Demand Your Value" is an afternoon dedicated to championing women in the construction, architecture, engineering, manufacturing, and design industries—industries where women continue to break barriers, carve out space, and redefine success on their own terms.

The event will open with a compelling presentation by Reflection Marketing, focused on helping women define their professional worth and confidently demand the value they bring to their industries. Following the presentation, we will host an exclusive panel discussion featuring four dynamic women business owners who have navigated these fields and forged their own paths.

Meet the Panelists:

• Carmen Andonian | Andonian Rugs
• Roz Taylor | Dixon
• Keri Peterson | KP Spaces
• Fiona O’Connor | Interiors by Popov

The discussion will be moderated by Nicole Martin of Woodpecker Flooring, bringing insightful conversation around key topics such as:

• Breaking barriers as a woman in a male-dominated industry
• Recognizing and negotiating your worth
• The impact of mentorship and advocacy from strong female leaders
• Strategies for self-promotion and career growth

Throughout the event, guests will enjoy refreshments and light bites, with a networking happy hour following the panel discussion.

A Meaningful Moment with Flowers

• During the happy hour, guests will be invited to participate in a special floral activity symbolizing growth, strength, and appreciation.
• Take a fresh flower from the vases running down the communal tables.
• Pick an affirmation word from a collective jar—these words, written by attendees upon arrival, represent the values we bring to our industries.
• Tie your chosen affirmation to your flower and capture the moment at our beautiful flower wall.

This event is about more than discussion—it’s about connection, reflection, and empowerment. Whether you’re an emerging professional or an industry veteran, this gathering is a place to learn, share, and celebrate the strength of women in design.

Join us in the Atrium at the Seattle Design Center for an afternoon that promises inspiration, collaboration, and meaningful moments.