SEATTLE CREATES x New Tech Northwest Monthly Social - April 2026

Join SEATTLE CREATES at New Tech Northwest’s monthly meetup—a casual hang where creative + tech folks come together to see what’s actually happening around the city.
If you’re into art, design, dev, startups—or just curious—you’ll be in good company. It’s an easy space to meet people, learn something new, and tap into the creative energy shaping Seattle right now.

We show up here because it’s where ideas cross over. Design thinking, innovation, S.T.E.A.M.—it all lives in the same room. Our role is to help connect those dots and bring more creatives into the mix.

You’ll find us during the opening networking hour, hosting interactive S.T.E.A.M. moments that make the connection between art + tech feel real. Think digital art, AR/VR, fashion, projection, sound—different entry points into the same creative process.

Nothing too formal—just good people, good ideas, and space to explore.

🗓️ Date: Tuesday, April 16, 5:30pm
🎟️ Tickets: Tickets normally run $20 (or $27 day-of) — but because of our special partnership with New Tech Northwest, we're bringing limited discounted tickets to our community. Grab yours here before they're gone.

• $10 tickets through SEATTLE CREATES's Eventbrite
• FREE tickets for students (register by purchasing a free ticket)

Enjoy hosted light bites, refreshing beverages, a cash bar, and connections with new friends and peers.
🗣️Presenters: Founders, leaders, creatives & innovators share their passion & new tech through 8-minute presentations & 3 minutes of Q&A. This month we will feature:

​Randy Graybeal, Founder, Somnistics - Developing the foundational infrastructure that will power the next generation of personalized, evidence-based, real-time human performance optimization.
Bob Allen - Founder, AuditDog AI - Professional AI auditing mitigates risk, unlocking trustworthy AI and ROI. Ensure compliance, transparency, and reliable performance.
Olivia Neal Howell, Founder, SEATTLE CREATES - Community-driven initiative on a mission to empower local talent with the skills, connections, and opportunities needed to thrive in Seattle's dynamic creative economy.
✨The Vibe
Neighborhood block party – fun, friendly & relaxed with complimentary food & drinks. You’ll laugh, smile, and have a fun night out. Come share what you're up to, be curious and helpful to others, and make some new friends in the tech community. See you there!
​📍 Parking & Venue Logistics
The event venue is The Collective, located at 400 Dexter Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109.
Paid parking is available on the street as well as in a parking structure under the building that is accessed through the alley.
Amazon's garages are free after 4pm! The closest is Obidos/Rufus Garage at 1049–1099 Republican St, Seattle, WA 98109 — just a 7-minute walk (0.3 miles) from the venue.

Info: Arts x Tech Activation during the neighborhood block party style networking with light appetizers, non-alcoholic beverages, and a cash bar to co-mingle with other creatives and New Techies

Info: Welcome! Time to start the show. Sponsor shoutouts. Community shoutouts. Quick shares of cool events, resources & meet new Seattleites.

Info: Founders, leaders, creators, & innovators share their passion & new tech through 8-minute presentations & 3 minutes of Q&As.

Info: Wrap up and farewell until next month! Networking and afterparty in The Collective's High Tide community space

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