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
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.
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.
Nadja Vol Ochs
Events 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.
Nadja has experience planning and managing events, from town parades, art & wine walks, weddings, farm to table dinners, fundraiser galas, art and wellness retreats, family reunions, and large parties. We hope you enjoy collaborating with Nadja to make your event unique and a raving success for your guests!
ANNA GOAD
Sales and Marketing Manager
With a background in marketing and event planning for local businesses and nonprofits, Anna comes to Stone Way Auto with a knack for creating memorable and meaningful experiences for everyone who walks through the door. She is a Washington-native who has moved around the state but has called Seattle home since 2018. She has spent her time in Seattle working for beloved city staples in the outdoor and hospitality industry which has fostered her passion for the local community here. Anna is inspired by Stone Way Auto’s mission to create closer bonds between people through shared experiences and can’t wait to help bring your vision to realization.