From questions about wage growth to double-digit percentage increases in housing costs, greater Seattle has become an expensive place to live. Join us at Civic Cocktail on Wednesday, September 6th at 6:30 p.m. as we discuss what it will take to make the region more affordable and create better-paying jobs that support the cost of living.
We’ll start off by discussing these and other questions with business and job development experts in segment one. In segment two, enjoy a one-on-one discussion with the President and CEO of the Seattle Sports Commission about the exciting upcoming sports events coming to Seattle–including the World Cup and Major League Baseball All-Star Week and Winter Baseball Classic–and the economic and social impact of those (and our major sports teams) on our city and region.
Segment one speakers:
- Mike Schwartz, Regional Director of Economic Advancement, YWCA Seattle King Snohomish
- Jon Scholes, President and CEO, Downtown Seattle Association
- Aparna Rae, Founder, Moving Beyond
Moderator
- Rob Smith, Executive Editor, Seattle Business Magazine/Seattle Magazine
Segment two speakers:
- Beth Knox, President and CEO, Seattle Sports Commission
Moderator
- Alicia Crank, Executive Director, Seattle CityClub
About Civic Cocktail
Civic Cocktail connects elected and community leaders with the public for lively conversations about important issues facing our region. Whether you’re new to the Pacific Northwest, a self-described “civic nerd,” or looking to meet people engaged in their communities, your evening at this beloved program is sure to be friendly, fun, and fascinating. Civic Cocktail’s welcoming and conversational tone is inspired by our Dialogue Across Differences initiative.
More Event Information
- The formal program begins at 6:30 pm. Doors open at The Collective at 5:30 pm for networking and appetizers/drinks.
- There will be a 15-minute break between the first and second segments and an opportunity for audience Q and A.
- This event will be recorded but not livestreamed.
Parking: The Collective is located less than a mile from I-5, on the corner of Harrison & Dexter. Street parking may be available and a parking garage (for paid parking) is located under The Collective via the alley off of Harrison.
Bus/transit routes nearby:
- The 62 bus line stops directly in front of the building and covered bike parking is available
- RapidRide C-line
- Route 320
- South Lake Union Trolley
About Seattle CityClub
Seattle CityClub is a 40-year-old nonpartisan, civics-focused nonprofit, providing a platform for insightful and educational conversations that include a diverse range of perspectives.