What happens when you trade a 12-year diplomatic career managing multi-million dollar portfolios in West Africa for the fast-paced, commission-driven world of real estate and financial coaching?
In this episode of Fed Renaissance, host Brandon Cory sits down with federal government alumna Jodi-Kaye Wade. Jodi-Kaye shares her incredible journey from serving as the Deputy Director for Economic Growth in Liberia for USAID to launching her own company, Reliance Financial Solutions. Whether you are looking...
What happens when your federal mission no longer matches your personal values? In this episode, host Brandon Cory sits down with Zach Withers, a former federal employee who transitioned from the digital service at CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) to rebuild his own private law and consulting practice, Z.A. Withers, LLC.
Zach shares his unique career path from Capitol Hill intern to healthcare IT consultant, civil rights litigator, and fed. He dives deep into the practical logistics...
What drives a high-level federal attorney and acting deputy CFO to step away from the security of the government to serve delicious craft beer? In this episode, host Brandon Cory connects with Jennifer Longmeyer-Wood, co-owner of The Casual Pint at the Dunn Loring metro stop in Northern Virginia.
Jen shares her journey from city government litigation to spending several years climbing the ranks at the Department of Homeland Security. She details how a temporary move to the Midwest sparked a love...
In this episode, Brandon Cory sits down with Abraham Grungold to discuss the journey of professional self-discovery after leaving federal service. They explore the transition from 30+ years in government service to a new life in the financial services industry, including the mindset shifts necessary to succeed in a new professional landscape.
Connie Forbes discusses how she turned a passion for floral design into a thriving business, emphasizing the importance of community, affordability, and authentic connections.
Elena Walls shares her journey from USAID employee to culinary entrepreneur, discussing business setup, idea validation, and building community through culinary education.
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Join podcast host Brandon Cory as he discusses the reason for Fed Renaissance's existence. What are we doing here? What are we all about? If you're going through a career transition, you might be asking yourself similar questions . . .