Meet the trailblazing women who are making waves in the alcohol industry. The women of Fast Penny Spirits, Frichette Winery, Yonder Cider, Stoup Brewing and Triangle Spirits have helped transform the industry and are helping lift up other women in the business and their communities. 

Bring a cider, beer, glass of wine or liquor, and toast to these tastemakers! They'll share their experiences, lessons learned and give us insights to why we should support our favorite women in the alcohol industry. We are partnering with Ellevate Seattle for this fun event.

Lara Zahaba, Co-Owner and Creative Director of Stoup Brewing: Lara is Co-Owner of Stoup Brewing and responsible for all things aesthetic from the design of the tap room and beer garden space to merchandise. Formerly an 18-year veteran of the wine industry, Zahaba has been at the Marketing, PR and Education helm of both Italian and Australian wine import companies. 

Jamie Hunt, Founder and CEO of Fast Penny Spirits: A mostly Seattle native, Jamie is known for launching innovative digital products and experiences for global companies as well as seeking out delicious food and cocktails at home and on the road. In creating Fast Penny Spirits, she digs deep into her Sicilian heritage and love of amaro for a new American take on the spirit. 

Shae Frichette, Co-owner and Assistant Winemaker of Frichette Winery: Shae is co-owner of Frichette Winery, a limited production winery and tasting room in the Red Mountain AVA in Washington State, USA. As a minority business owner in the Washington wine industry and with her background in leadership, Shae has shared her story and skill sets at various events. 

Caitlin Braam, Founder of Yonder Cider: Caitlin Braam is the founder of Yonder Cider and co-founder of The Source Cider – both based in Wenatchee, Washington – and has worked in the beverage industry for more than 10 years. Passionate about helping businesses grow, she spends her days working with producers from across the country and introducing consumers to the world of craft cider.

Moderator: Amber Davis, owner of Triangle Spirits: After 20 plus years in the bar & restaurant industry, Amber took the plunge into ownership and purchased Triangle Spirits in Seattle’s historic Fremont neighborhood. Her job allows her to discover and experiment with new spirits of all kinds. A glass of over-proof whiskey, a walk in the woods with her babe & two big dogs and she's a happy lady.