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Check out stories from LAB participants about their inspiring transition journeys and watch behind-the-scenes footage from our events.

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Stories

We’ve asked some previous LAB attendees to share their personal stories of how they pursued purposeful career paths. They're sharing everything, from the wild rides on their journey to the nuggets of wisdom they've picked up along the way. So pull up a chair if you're curious about how they turned their passions into paychecks.

Mike's Journey

Mike speaks about his transition from a corporate role to starting a new venture in sustainable aviation fuel production. He emphasizes the broad skills and valuable experiences gained in large corporations, and advises you to use those assets when transitioning to a start-up or different sectors. Video Credit: Justin Lee

Tammy's Journey

Tammy reflects on taking time off after leaving BigCo to enjoy personal milestones and reassess her skills. She emphasizes the unique value former corporate employees bring to smaller ventures, and encourages you to use your extensive experiences. Video Credit: Justin Lee

Jim's Journey

Coming soon. Video Credit: Justin Lee

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In case you missed it

If you missed our last event, don't worry! We've collected some cool moments from our past events. Think eye-opening perspectives, content that will make you think, and all those highlights we just can't stop talking about.

LAB: Distinct Voices IWD Event:
March 6, 2025

My Brain has 57 Tabs Open

Denyelle Fraser, Founder of More than Enough Consulting, shares how she navigates ADHD in her life and has learned to give herself grace at LAB's 2025 International Women's Day Celebration in Calgary, AB. Video Credit: Social Launch Labs

LAB: Distinct Voices IWD Event:
March 6, 2025

Lifting Women Up

Julie Baron, Chief Operating Officer, Spare Parts & Gasoline, offers three life lessons on how we can lift other women up at LAB's 2025 International Women's Day Celebration event in Calgary, AB. Video Credit: Social Launch Labs

LAB: Distinct Voices IWD Event:
March 6, 2025

Building Unbreakable Confidence

Laila Hobbs, Co-founder and CEO at Social Launch Labs, spoke about building unbreakable confidence at LAB's 2025 International Women’s Day Celebration event in Calgary, AB. Video Credit: Social Launch Labs

LAB: Distinct Voices IWD Event:
March 6, 2025

A Reflection on Working & Motherhood 

Jamie Smith, Chief Experience Officer at Amplify Advisors, offers a reflection on working & motherhood during LAB's 2025 International Women's Day Celebration in Calgary, AB. Video Credit: Social Launch Labs

LAB: Distinct Voices IWD Event:
March 6, 2025

Intersection of Women’s Health & Professional Life

Alecia Peters, Manager of Downtown Business Strategy at the City of Calgary, discusses how women's health—specifically perimenopause—affects your professional life at LAB's 2025 International Women's Day Celebration in Calgary, AB. Video Credit: Social Launch Labs

LAB: Distinct Voices IWD Event:
March 6, 2025

Invisible Work & Asking for What You Deserve

Elham Moazzen, Senior Technology Manager at Skip, shines a light on invisible work & discusses asking for what you deserve at LAB's 2025 International Women's Day Celebration in Calgary, AB. Video Credit: Social Launch Labs

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