Unplanned, Unstoppable -Turning Layoffs into Opportunity

** IN PERSON **
Frolic Brewing Company
12910 Zuni St, #1300
Westminster, CO 80234

Presentation Details:
This session will address the challenges that often follow a layoff, helping attendees reframe career disruption into opportunity with clarity and confidence. Michelle will walk through the jobhunting journey, covering highlights on resume building, leveraging AI tools, and practical strategies that go beyond traditional tactics. The discussion will also hit on how unconventional face-to-face networking can open doors to more opportunities.
What we will talk about:
•Mental health, mindset, and attitude after a layoff
•The job-hunting journey in the world of AI
•Resume building resources and tactics
•Leveraging AI to act as a career coach
•Meaningful face-to-face networking
•Unconventional tactics to land your next role

Who should attend?
- Anyone who was layed off
- Anyone who thinks their job may be going away
- Anyone who hasn't able to find a job
- Anyone who is currently thinking about looking for a new job
- Anyone who wants to understand the job searching climate

Michelle Tomes Bio:
Michelle Tomes is a technology and operations leader who is passionate about creating workplaces where people can thrive through change. With 25 years of experience across the tech industry, from product management, customer experience, and cross-functional leadership, she is known for building trust, navigating complexity, and leading with both strength and empathy.
Michelle brings a human-centered perspective to leadership, drawing on her professional journey and deep commitment to community service and veteran advocacy to champion resilience, inclusive leadership, and meaningful career growth. She speaks candidly about the realities in job hunting and the power of authenticity, connection, and unique techniques to find the next job.

Schedule:
6:00 - 6:30 PM Wood fire pizza, drinks and networking.
6:30 - 6:40 PM Quick Announcements/sponsor recognition
6:40 - 7:40 PM Presentation and Discussion
7:40 - 7:45 PM Final Questions and Wrap Up