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June 8, 2025 37 mins

It's Pride Month! We talk to the Executive Director of Seattle Pride about the change in corporate sponsorships since the new administration, her decision to publicly announce the budget shortfall, and what she sees for the future of Seattle Pride. She also helps break down the news of a new Molly Moon's location, colleges merging, and a private equity acquisition.

Top Stories:

1. Seattle Pride update

Seattle Magazine article

Seattle Pride statement (2022)

2. Molly Moon's opens waterfront location

PSBJ article

3. Seattle U and Cornish merge

Seattle Times article

4. Acumatica acquired by private equity

PSBJ article

About guest Patti Hearn - Executive Director, Seattle Pride:

Patti has worked as the Executive Director of Seattle Pride for about two years. Prior to that she founded a consulting company and was also an adjunct professor for Seattle Film Institute. She has a long history of working in education like founding and heading the Lake Washington Girls Middle School and was the interim Head of School for Seattle School of Boys. She has her masters in Education and has served on several boards including The Bush School.

About host Rachel Horgan:

Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal for 5 years as their Director of Events interviewing business leaders on stage before launching the weekly podcast. She earned her communication degree from the University of San Diego.

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