Getting Laid Off Was The Best Thing That Ever Happen To Me

My journey in the world of event management began with an internship as an event coordinator at a non-profit organization and a flexible gig with a catering company. Over the years, I climbed the career ladder, taking on leadership roles in staffing, hotel sales, stadium operations, and exposition services. But in 2020, everything came to an abrupt halt. The world shut down, my employer closed the office, and my department faced layoffs. It was a moment of uncertainty, but also an unexpected opportunity.

Suddenly, I found myself with the freedom to explore a new path I had been quietly mapping out all along. The excuses were gone, and I had a surplus of free time. It was the perfect moment to take a leap into entrepreneurship, a decision that had been lingering on the horizon. With the event industry's future uncertain, I made a bold move, plunging headfirst into the unknown. I couldn't predict when or if the industry would bounce back, but I was ready to embrace the challenge.