The Greater Seattle Conversationon Board Leadership

The Future-Ready Board: Human Leadership in an AI Economy

DATEWednesday, October 7, 2026

TIME8:00 AM – 11:45 AM PT

COST$250

About the Event

Securing a board position is rarely the result of a single conversation. It is built through preparation, sustained visibility, and trusted relationships developed over time.

This in-person gathering connects aspiring board leaders and business executives with corporate directors serving on boards across your region and industries. Through curated conversations, strategic introductions, and candid governance insight, participants expand their network, elevate their visibility, and take meaningful steps toward board service.

Venue: Seattle University Campion Ballroom
Time: 8:00 AM – 11:45 AM PT

About the City Conversation Event - Seattle

People

Laura Close

Moderator

Co-Founder

Included.ai

Julie Averill

Keynote Speaker

Founder/CEO, Author, Gold Thread LLC; Board Director, Gorilla Commerce, University of Washington Foundation Board

Vanessa Pegueros

Panelist

Board Director

Liveperson, BECUs

Mike Millegan

Panelist

Founder, MAG3LLC; Independent Director - Axis Capital Holdings, Portland General Electric; Director - Monterey Jazz Festival, Virginia Mason Franciscan Foundation, NACD-NW

Randa Minkarah

Principal Madpark Partners REM; Board Director, Delta Dental, Washington Technology & Industry Association

Bob Barton

CFO/COO, Evo; Board Director, Cambium, Persona Nutrition

Uwa Airhiavbere

Non Executive Director, Imdex Limited; Board Member NACD Northwest Chapter; Non Executive Director, Christensen Inc.

Julie Averill

Founder/CEO, Author, Gold Thread LLC; Board Director, Gorilla Commerce, University of Washington Foundation Board

Stephen Welch

Founder & CEO

Welch Executive Advisors

Mike Millegan

Founder, MAG3LLC; Independent Director - Axis Capital Holdings, Portland General Electric; Director - Monterey Jazz Festival, Virginia Mason Franciscan Foundation, NACD-NW