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The definition of career stability is changing.
Roles are evolving.
Systems are shifting. Hundreds of people in "safe" careers are facing job reclassifications, RIFs, layoffs, forced retirement, and furloughs.
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No, this isn't the first time our workforce has felt the burn from massive restructuring. HOWEVER, what worked before may not work next.
This moment doesn’t require panic.
It requires strategy.
Welcome to
The Pivot Lab
designed to help you move from uncertainty to clear, structured action.
WHO IS THE PIVOT LAB FOR?

Federal employees
& contractors
Mid-career professionals (10+ years)

Individuals
navigating layoffs
or early retirement

Aspiring social entrepreneurs
Creatives monetizing impact-driven work
WHAT WILL YOU EXPERIENCE?
DAY ONE: In-person
Basecamp | May 2 â– 11 am - 2 pm
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Purpose and Profit – Donte Johnson, Impact Hospitality
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​Career Pivot to Acquisition – James Martin, Astra Capital
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LetsWorkPRO AI Demo – Glenda Lee, CitiLife Development
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Pathways to Funding – Kimberly Newman, WACIF
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Protecting Your Next Move – Jeje Mohamed, Bastet Insights

DAY TWO: Virtual
Deep Dive | May 7 â– 1 - 3 pm
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Risk intelligence
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Identity & digital protection
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Systems & boundaries
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Psychological safety & decision clarity
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Burnout prevention & sustainability


WHAT WILL YOU DO AT THE PIVOT LAB?
âž› Translate your experience into market-ready value
âž› Explore career + social entrepreneurship pathways
âž› Build a 90-day transition plan
âž› Develop your pivot narrative
âž› Access funding and workforce resources
âž› Learn how to protect your next move — before it’s tested
THIS 2-DAY EXPERIENCE IS POWERED BY



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