An Evening with Susan Chu & Ana Chaud

Join executive performance coach and author Susan Chu at Books & Books in Coral Gables for a conversation with Ana Choud about her new book, Own Your Next Move [https://shop.booksandbooks.com/product/own-your-next-move-susan-chu]. In a time of constant change and shifting expectations, Chu offers a practical and reflective guide for navigating career transitions, leadership growth, and personal reinvention with clarity and intention. Drawing from real stories and actionable frameworks, this conversation invites readers to rethink how they lead themselves in today’s evolving professional landscape. 🎟 This event is free and open to the public. Tickets are recommended. ABOUT THE BOOK: We are living in a moment where careers shift faster than ever, leadership expectations are rising, and the path forward feels increasingly unclear. Own Your Next Move was written for exactly this reality. Join executive performance coach and author Susan Chu at Books & Books in Coral Gables for a compelling conversation about her timely new book — a guide for leaders and professionals who want clarity, confidence, and direction in a world that no longer follows predictable rules. Own Your Next Move speaks to the pressures so many are feeling right now: * The sense of having outgrown the version of yourself that brought you here * The desire to pivot or elevate without knowing the exact next step * The fatigue of constant reinvention in a changing workplace * The need for a narrative that truly reflects who you are today * The pull to lead more intentionally, authentically, and sustainably Susan’s book offers a modern roadmap for navigating these inflection points. Through real stories, practical frameworks, and powerful reflection tools, it helps readers: * Reconnect with their core values and leadership identity * Understand and rewrite limiting internal narratives * Strengthen their presence and sharpen their voice * Navigate transitions—career, leadership, or personal—with more confidence * Build adaptability and resilience in a world that demands both This event is more than a book talk — it’s an invitation to rethink how you lead yourself in this new era of work and life. If you're entering the new year wanting greater clarity, renewed momentum, or a more intentional approach to your career or leadership journey, this conversation will meet you exactly where you are. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Susan Chu is a strategic advisor, an executive performance coach, author, and Forbes Coaches Council member. A former CAO and global HR executive, she spent two decades leading transformation and developing senior leaders across Fortune 500 and high-growth companies. Today, she partners with leaders to navigate inflection points, elevate executive presence, and strengthen their leadership narrative. Known for her sharp insight and grounded approach, Susan’s work is often described as transformative and game-changing. She is the author of Own Your Next Move, a guide for leaders navigating career and leadership transitions. ABOUT THE MODERATOR: Ana Chaud is an entrepreneur, investor, and trusted business advisor with more than 20 years of experience helping leaders build businesses and make intentional choices about what comes next. She founded Garden Bar, the Northwest’s first fast casual salad concept, scaling it 600 percent prior to its acquisition in 2019. Over the course of her career, Ana has advised more than 250 founders and executives on growth strategy, leadership, and operational scaling. She is a co-founder of FiftyPages, a strategic life design platform for high performing leaders seeking to design what is next with structure and meaningful action. Most recently, Ana launched Women Who Connect, a community for women in midlife seeking deeper friendships, meaningful connections, and a genuine sense of belonging. Through in person gatherings and shared experiences, the work supports lasting relationships, reduces social isolation, and builds trust and companionship. Ana is a past EO Portland Chapter President and has served on the boards of MESO, Elevate Capital, TiE Oregon, and several early stage companies.