In this talk with the co-founders of Launch LLC, we will explain what constitutes an offer of employment (it’s much more than base pay), and teach attendees how to evaluate an offer, craft a counteroffer that meets their unique personal and professional needs and wants, and pitch it successfully. A template (PDF) will be provided to reinforce the lesson and for attendees to use to evaluate any future offers they receive. Mindful of the fact that professionals in early career, and those pivoting into a new field or role, are less assured and often less comfortable advocating for themselves, we will also discuss the mindsets that can sabotage sound negotiating – and how to overcome them.

Susan Rietano Davey (She/Her)

Bridget Finkeldey

Susan began her career in Fortune 50 Tech where she rapidly moved up the ranks from producer to manager to staff roles, and earned many top performance honors. After taking a career break to care for her children, she became a pioneer for the flexible workspace as a partner in a consulting and recruiting firm, Flexible Resources, Inc. Later, she ran a robust executive coaching practice. She is a LinkedIn Learning author-instructor and the co-founder of Prepare To Launch U -a learning company that provides instruction, inspiration, and community to women navigating work-life transitions along the continuum of life.

Kelley Biskupiak (She/Her)

Bridget Finkeldey

Kelley began her career in Education as a teacher, then later in Administration and Curriculum Development, providing educational consulting services to urban school systems. After taking a career break to raise her children, she opened a thriving practice as a CTI-trained certified Co-Active coach. She is a LinkedIn Learning author-instructor and the co-founder of Prepare To Launch U - a learning company that provides instruction, inspiration, and community to women navigating work-life transitions along the continuum of life.

Rob Ribar

Sanmaya Mohanty

I have produced and managed promotional campaigns, including events and experiential marketing for theatrical works, rock concerts, and in support of global luxury brands, Broadway productions, and television networks. Whether meeting with top tier industry talent or pushing cargo boxes at an event activation, I bring together my passion for media and production with a skill set focused through my professionalism and conscientiousness.