Hear how a former UBS director, transformed her career by founding a business that offers hand-painted glassware designs and creative events that allow her clientele to unleash their inner artist! Kristen candidly discusses how she transitioned from investment banking to meaningful entrepreneurship and offers tips for anyone looking to reinvent a career!
Kristen Larkin spent 16 years as a director and client relationship manager at UBS before making a major professional change. Switching gears from finance to art, she launched her own business, 22KATKRAFTS, which specializes in bespoke hand-painted glassware designs. Kristen also organizes public and private events, creating memorable "paint your own" experiences for her clients filled with artistry and camaraderie. In this episode, the witty and honest Mompreneur, philanthropist, and community leader shares how she navigated her transition from investment banking to entrepreneurship after her position was eliminated. Listen in to hear Kristen's story and decide for yourself if losing her job was actually a blessing in disguise!