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Over half a million technology professionals have been laid off since the beginning of 2022, with more than 3,000 companies having axed staff in 2024. Technology executives have blamed high interest rates and a focus on AI as a few reasons for their pivots, leading to a massive exodus of workers.
While an incoming Trump presidency will likely be friendlier to the tech industry and lead to a return in some jobs, the boom and bust of the sector will still give much pause to prospective workers—even with the lure of free food, great perks, potential generational wealth, and high salaries.
So what's out there as 2025 begins? If you're a technology professional tired of the ups and downs, this webinar is for you. We've assembled a panel of ex-tech industry professionals now in new industries to answer the question of whether life is better or not. Our participants include those in construction, fashion, home renovation, and health/wellness.
You'll learn:
- The myths and the realities of joining these careers, including the benefits and risks you inherit
- What educational credentials you'll need to break in—and where tech skills do and don't help
- What opportunities exist in these industries today and how you can take advantage
- And so much more!
Please feel free to RSVP today with your questions and discover the opportunities available to you in these uncertain economic times.
About the Panel
- Logan Baron is an ex-data analyst and founder of Baron Contracting, a construction company that operates with the utmost integrity and professionalism. They serve residential and commercial customers with a strong emphasis on residential construction and industrial utilities. Connect with him at https://www.linkedin.com/in/logan-baron-448993120/.
- Sandy McClenehan is an ex-customer success manager and founder of Hampui Hats, a retailer focused on custom hand-crafted felt and straw hats. Featured in SFGate, SF Standard, and the San Francisco Chronicle, Sandy is a former ex-customer success manager. Connect with her at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandymcclenahan/.
- Roberto Araujo is an ex-social media manager and community manager in technology and now the owner of Epoxy Foxy, an epoxy floor installer in San Jose. Formerly at Dell and Cisco, his business now installs specialized flooring in Bay Area homes. Connect with him at https://www.linkedin.com/in/araujoroberto/.
- Natasha Berness is an ex-Big 4 consultant and digital transformation leader with stops at notable companies that include LinkedIn, Levi Strauss, Charles Schwab, and IBM. She's now the owner of Solivana Wellness Spa, a wellness center located in Redwood City that includes detoxification, floatation pod, infrared, and cold plunge services supported by artificial intelligence technologies. Connect with her at https://www.linkedin.com/in/nberness/.
- Jason Hung Tran is an ex-data and localization engineer with a stop at Google. Realizing that tech was unstable, he followed his family's footsteps in the food business and opened Pho This Way in October 2023, offering a variety of Vietnamese dishes including Pork Paste Vermicelli Noodle Soup and This Way Dry Mixed Rice Noodle. Connect with him at https://www.linkedin.com/in/htran811/.
