The Pivot Point: How Unexpected Detours Became Defining Moments

room 162

Career paths are rarely linear. For many professionals, the most defining moments of success and resilience come not from perfectly curated design, but from the unexpected twists and turns along the way. This panel features women who have transformed challenges, setbacks, lateral movements, and surprising opportunities into powerful pivot points that reshaped their careers for the better. Panelists will share personal stories of navigating uncertainty, making bold choices, and building careers from unexpected moments and new pathways. This session will discuss the importance of building resilience, embracing risk, and discovering new passions along the way.

Maggie Ma
Elizabeth Carrigan
Amy Reichard
Tiffany Greene
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