Making the Leap from Consulting to Creative Entrepreneurship
Consulting is one of those career paths that tend to attract ambitious graduates out of college. But how do you make the transition into entrepreneurship?
Join us for an interactive discussion featuring incredible women who traded their six-figure consulting careers to build a business on their own terms.
From wedding planner to jewelry brand entrepreneur, each panelist has a unique story of why they made the leap—and what life looks like on the other side.
✨ What We'll Cover:
Why they decided to leave consulting and pursue their passion
How they navigated the financial and mindset shifts
The lifestyle they're living now as self-employed business owners
✨ About the Panelists:
Jessica Yen started her career at Deloitte before working at companies big and small. When she left corporate, she launched the Daily Work Journal and most recently, Surfers Jewelry, a waterproof gold jewelry brand.
Lee Ramsay went from an Analyst to a Senior Manager at Accenture but after years of constant stress and misalignment, she knew she had to make a change. After planning her friend's wedding and working with one of the top wedding planners in New York, Lee Ramsay Events was born.
Maggie Blackburn (Moderator & Host) interned twice before signing full-time where she worked at Deloitte for 3 years. She recently left her full-time job and now plans everything from company retreats to community events.
If you’ve been thinking about making a change from consulting or your corporate career, this conversation might be the spark you need. Hope to see you there!
P.S. Please submit your questions for the panelists! We will have time for Q&A.