ABOUT
Mission
Our mission is to provide an inclusive and vibrant event space that celebrates life, fosters community, and supports non-profit organizations. We are dedicated to bringing people together in an inspiring environment where every individual is valued and empowered. Our goal is to create memorable moments, drive positive change, and promote unity through a variety of events that enrich lives and strengthen our community.
Meet the Team
ANDREA DOBIHaL
Managing Director
After graduating with a BA in Architecture from the University of Washington, Andrea worked in the field of construction management on the East Coast where she focused on large-scale commercial projects for clients in the financial, IT, and infrastructure industries. She returned to Seattle in 2011, working closely with small business owners as a construction project manager to bring their dream projects to fruition. One such project is Stone Way Auto! So inspired by the space and mission, she has transitioned to a new role as Managing Director to bring YOUR new ideas to life.
IRA Gerlich
OWNER
Raised in Seattle, Ira is a Partner at a local property development company, evolution Projects, and Co-Owner of a handful of Seattle based restaurant groups. It was through these experiences that Ira realized his love of rehabilitating old buildings and creating new spaces that bring communities together.
Additionally, Ira is involved in a number of local nonprofit organizations and Stone Way Auto is an extension of this passion. Ira’s inspiration for the Stone Way Auto space was to create a go to place for nonprofit organizations to hold fundraising events.
Nadja Vol Ochs
Event Manager
After a three year adventure sailing the seas, surviving in the wilderness, supporting nonprofit farming and wilderness education, Nadja is now excited for this next chapter as the Event Manager at Stone Way Auto. With decades of experience in the technology industry, nonprofit leadership, and a wide variety of event planning experiences, she brings revitalized renaissance creativity and a passion for supporting families and organizations to make every gathering, celebration and fundraising event memorable at our venue. We hope you enjoy collaborating with Nadja to make your event unique and a raving success for your guests!