HIKE Lab Speaker Series | Spokane Women’s Leadership & Business

Speaker Series

HIKE Lab: Unf*cking the System

A Monthly Virtual Lab for Women Building Spokane + INW

Research-backed. Systems-focused. Built to reduce burnout and strengthen support systems.

Last Friday of Every Month · 8:30–9:30 AM PT · Live on Zoom · $15

Discussion With Depth

Women are often carrying emotional labor, navigating male-designed systems, and absorbing stress without structural support. HIKE Lab examines those systems and shows you how to build stronger ones. Each month, we explore a different dimension of personal and professional life through a research-informed, actionable lens.

March 27, 2026

Psychological Safety: the truths, the myths, and your ownership

Brandy Ferrer

CEO/Founder | Pathfinder Strategies

We've all been there; you're sitting in a meeting where someone said something tone-deaf, shuts down a conversation, or made it crystal clear that honesty wasn't welcome here. And everyone just... moved on without saying a word.

That's not just awkward. That's a problem with real consequences for your team, your business, and your bottom line.

In this candid, no-fluff conversation, leadership strategist, CEO and bestselling author Brandy Ferrer is getting real about psychological safety — what it actually means, what it doesn't, and what it costs you when it's missing.

And the part nobody talks about: it's not just someone else's job to fix it. It's yours too.

You'll leave this session with a clear-eyed understanding of what psychological safety really is (and isn't), how to recognize when it's missing — in a boardroom, a team meeting, or even a networking event — and exactly what to do about it.

This one's worth showing up for.

You'll walk away with:

A real definition that actually makes sense

The BS-free truth about what psychological safety is NOT

Tools to advocate for yourself — whether you're the leader or not

Practical moves for navigating situations where you feel unsafe or uncomfortable — on the spot

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is HIKE Lab designed for?

HIKE Lab centers women in the workforce, including women-identifying and femme-presenting professionals across corporate, nonprofit, tech, education, healthcare, and entrepreneurship. Allies are welcome when aligned with the mission and tone of the Lab.

Is this a networking event?

It is deeper than traditional networking. HIKE Lab combines professional development, systems thinking, and structured dialogue designed to strengthen real support systems.

Is this political?

No. We focus on professional systems, burnout, leadership, and community resilience. The goal is infrastructure, not partisan debate.

Do I have to speak or participate?

No. Participation is welcomed but never required. You can reflect privately and still receive full value.

Will there be a replay?

Yes. Live attendees receive access to the recording for 48 hours. After that, replay access expires unless purchased separately.

Can I invite someone?

Yes. Invite women-identifying and femme-presenting professionals who would benefit from a research-informed, psychologically safe space. Allies are welcome when aligned with the purpose of the Lab.

Why is seating capped?

We intentionally limit attendance to maintain engagement, psychological safety, and meaningful discussion.

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