Dress for Success Seattle Connects Women to Resources for Economic Independence
October 16, 2025
As a part of its ongoing mission for economic equity, Dress for Success Seattle hosted its annual Opportunity Fair this Friday, October 10th. The event connected women with essential resources that promote economic stability, strengthen families and communities across Washington and close the wage gap.
Opportunity Fair offered attendees had access to the following services;
- Free professional headshots
- Resume reviews
- Networking opportunities with potential employers
- Access to training programs
- Guidance on building a strong LinkedIn presence.
“This integrated approach is especially critical in Washington, where the gender pay gap contributes to women losing an estimated $400,000 to over $1 million in lifetime earnings—depending on race and occupation,” said Malia Razzaia, Executive Director of Dress for Success Seattle and Commissioner with the Washington State Women’s Commission.
During the event, the Washington State Women’s Commission’s (WSWC) debuted its new online Resource Center. The Resource Center serves as an accessible and translatable one-stop shop connecting Washington women with tools to support their economic well-being, health, and safety year-round.
ABOUT THE WASHINGTON STATE WOMEN’S COMMISSION:
The Washington State Women’s Commission (WSWC) is an executive branch cabinet agency in the Office of Governor Bob Ferguson serving as a voice in government for Washington women and girls. Signed into law in 2018, WSWC aims to improve the well-being of women by identifying and developing policies to remove systemic barriers and address critical issues that disproportionately impact women.