Queen of the Pivot 👑 I help people leverage their expertise to change to a new industry. Follow me for tips and ideas. DM me your questions!

The rules of work have changed. The linear career path is dead.

Whether you're an experienced executive feeling stuck in a "perfectly good job" or facing an unexpected transition, one thing is clear: you're craving something more meaningful than what you've been doing.

You've done everything right: 
• Climbed the corporate ladder 
• Built expertise others recognize 
• Achieved financial success

But now you're facing new realities: 
• Industry disruption and uncertainty 
• Concerns about ageism and relevance
• A growing desire for work that truly fulfills you

The problem? You're looking at 5-10 more years of traditional work, but the thought of spending that time in your current situation feels like serving a sentence. You don't know how to leverage your hard-earned experience to create your next chapter—whether that's a new industry, consulting, or something entirely different.

What if those final working years could be your most fulfilling? What if instead of counting down to retirement, you were energized by work that doesn't feel like work?

I've been there. I've successfully pivoted across multiple industries:  Teaching → Publishing → Mortgage → Entertainment → Entrepreneurship → Education

Each transition taught me that confidence is the key to a successful pivot—and confidence comes from having a clear strategy.

My mission: Help accomplished executives like you stop feeling stuck and start taking control of your professional future. No matter what changes are happening around you, you have more power than you realize.

Ready to explore what's possible? 
• Follow for insights on strategic career pivoting 
• DM me to discuss your specific situation 
• Let's turn your experience into your next opportunity

Your best chapter doesn't have to be behind you.

Andrea Wade, MBA

Georgetown University McDonough School of Business

Teaching undergraduate courses in Luxury Marketing and Global Retail Marketing

Adjunct Professor

Teaching Professor, MBA and undergraduate Advertising Strategy, Promotion Strategy, Social Media, Advertising Campaign Planning. 
Undergraduate Faculty Adviser.
Academic Director, Georgetown Institute for Consumer Research (GICR)

Teaching Professor

Agile Office LLC

President

The George Washington University

Adjunct Professor Of Marketing

Spencerville Adventist Church, Sanctuary Orchestra

Violinist

Staging Hope: Rebel Acts in Northern Uganda

“Staging Hope: Rebel Acts in Northern Uganda” follows 14 teenagers living in war-torn northern Uganda as they participate in a theater program with American actors and create plays based on their experiences with war, and their quest for peace. Cast includes Martin Sheen, Allison Janney, Dule Hill; Producers: Melissa Fitzgerald, Katy Fox; Executive Producer: John Prendergast.
http://www.voicesofuganda.org/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Voices-of-Uganda/294916765493

Assoc. Producer / Director of Marketing

Standard Business Furniture

Responsible for marketing, communication, branding and social media activities for one of the largest independent office supply/business furniture dealers in the DMV.

VP Sales and Marketing

University of Southern California

Teach undergraduate courses in Marketing Fundamentals, Entertainment Marketing and Consumer Behavior as well as executive education courses for professionals in the entertainment and fashion industries.  Serve as faculty advisor for the Fashion Industry Association, Hospitality Industry Project and Innovations in Advertising Group.

Assistant Professor, Clinical

Georgetown University

Assistant Professor of Marketing

Off-Broadway Musical Play Production "Goin' South"

One of four lead characters in ensemble cast of a small off-Broadway musical production.

Lead Actress

Accenture

Senior Consultant

I am passionate about connecting people and ideas to help them grow. My interests and experience are at the intersection of the academic and the applied - marketing practice & theory/research - with a focus on consumer insights and behavior, social impact, social media, branding and advertising/promotion strategy. I have a particular interest in the entertainment and fashion industries, particularly luxury marketing. In recent years, I have worked with my family business before branching out to start my own company with my sister, growing it to a $10 million business within 5 years. I've maintained my academic pursuits by teaching undergraduate, MBA and executive education courses as an adjunct professor at GWU and Georgetown Universities. When I'm not working, you can find me traveling with my husband and kids, playing violin in a church sanctuary orchestra, playing piano at home, or catching a live play or musical performance in DC or NYC. Reach out if you want to connect on any of the above topics or discuss opportunities!

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