Press & Speaking Engagements

Below is a selection of recent and upcoming media appearances, speaking engagements, and recognitions related to Redefined: Finding Purpose and Power After Job Loss Amid AI Disruption and Market Uncertainty.

Topics I Speak On:

  • Navigating job loss, identity, and reinvention in times of disruption

  • The future of work in an AI-driven economy

  • Actionable empathy: supporting people through career transitions

  • Leadership and resilience during uncertainty

  • How AI can widen, or close, opportunity gaps


Awards & Recognition:

  • June 2026
    Award Finalist in the "Career" category by International Book Awards
  • January 11, 2026
    Redefined     was named a winner in the "Inspirational" category by International Impact Book Award.

Articles:
Upcoming Events and Talks: 
Speaking Engagements: 
Radio:
  • December 9, 2025
    Voces de la Comunidad
    WTWD-AM, WTWD-FM, WTMY-AM, WTMY-FM, and WZSP-FM HD 

Podcasts:


For interview requests, speaking engagements, or event inquiries related to Redefined and the future of work, please contact Cynthia Gutierrez-White at cynthia.gutierrez.white@gmail.com. 

   




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