Level Up: Elevator Pitch Essentials 🌱💬💼
​Your résumé shows where you’ve been. Your pitch tells people what you’re doing now, and that’s often what helps people remember you.
​Welcome to the first session of our Level Up professional development series! This workshop teaches how to deliver an elevator pitch: starting with a short, specific answer to “What are you working on now, and why does it matter?”
​To help you move beyond simply reciting your resume, this session will cover the speaker’s advice for making a strong impression, building your network, and advancing your career.
​About the Speaker
​David Chang is a State Department staffer with over eight years of experience in the Washington, D.C. professional environment and a former TAP-DC board member. He credits practicing his elevator pitch with sustaining and advancing his career, even amid challenges in the federal workforce and job market.
​What to Expect
​The session includes a presentation from the speaker followed by a hands-on workshop hosted by TAP-DC where you’ll work on your own pitch with other participants and get live feedback. Whether you are a student or early-career professional, you will leave with a pitch you’ve tried out loud, ready to use at your next networking event or interview.
THE DETAILS
​🗓️ Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2026
​⏰ Time: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
​📍 Location: Virtual
​⚠️ Important Logistics: Please sign on at least 5-10 minutes before the presentation to resolve any technical issues that may arise before we begin. The meeting link will be sent to all registered attendees beforehand.
​By registering for this event, you agree to abide by the TAP-DC Code of Conduct. We are dedicated to maintaining a welcoming, respectful, and safe space for our community.