Meet our Panelists and Host Committee

 

Event Includes

• Admission to Women of Color Leading Change event
• Hors d’oeuvres provided by Ethan Stowell Restaurants
• Complimentary wine tastings from local female winemakers: Abeja Winery, Buty Winery, Damsel Cellars, Hedges Family Estate and Hightower Cellars
• Hosted beer from Fremont Brewing and spiked sparkling water from San Juan Seltzer
• Ambassador Animal encounters
• Networking opportunities
• Share you business card for the chance to win one of our fabulous door prizes including 100 zoo admission tickets to be donated to your local nonprofit of choice or a diamond pendant from Ben Bridge Jeweler
• An ASL interpreter will be in attendance.

Ticket sales benefit Woodland Park Zoo’s Zoo for All initiative, advancing exciting new programs that remove economic, physical, linguistic, cultural or geographic barriers.

Ambassador Committee

Amy Alcala, Linda Allen, Kristi Branch, Barbara Gordon, Lisa Graumlich, Angela Griffin, Holly Hirai, Jeanne Kohl-Welles, Jackie Martinez-Vasquez, Katie Matison, Shelley McKinley, Leigh McMillan, Diane Shrewsbury, Sandy Stelling, Stephanie True, Tiara Turner, Pallavi Wahi, Jill Walker

Thank you to our Woodland Park Zoo Board Members for your leadership with the Women of Color Leading Change event by providing an opportunity for the community to build alliances and enhance civic engagement.

 

Why is Woodland Park Zoo hosting this event?

Woodland Park Zoo is a gathering place for all people and aims to make conservation a priority in everyone’s lives. As a part of our mission, we have a commitment to diversity and inclusion so that all people have access to the zoo and the joy and connection that it has to offer. As a celebration of our commitment, we are excited to host the inaugural Women of Color Leading Change event.

What should I wear?

We encourage business casual attire. You will be on grass, so dress comfortably and appropriately (rain or shine). Heels should be avoided.

Is this event raising money for the zoo?

Yes! Ticket sales raise money to benefit Woodland Park Zoo’s Zoo for All initiative, advancing exciting new programs that remove economic, physical, linguistic, cultural or geographic barriers. Since this is an after-hours fundraising event, regular zoo membership admission does not apply.

Where do I park? How much does parking cost?

The best parking for this event is in the zoo’s Penguin, Otter and Bear lots located along Phinney Ave N. and N. 59th Street. Parking is complimentary with attendance (first come, first served).
Disabled parking is available in all zoo lots.

If you must park on the streets surrounding the zoo, please be courteous and do not block driveways.

What if I need additional accommodations?

We are committed to making sure you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience every time you visit Woodland Park Zoo. Please contact Rebecca Langham at Rebecca.Langham@zoo.org or 206.548.2421 with requests for additional accommodations.

If you have additional questions, please contact RSVP@zoo.org.

Women of Color Leading Change is also generously supported by members of Woodland Park Zoo's Board of Directors.