theShift | Monthly Series, October2026
About this Event
The Shift, Monthly Series | Oct. 26
Join us for the October gathering of the Shift, a new monthly creative discussion series powered by Black Creatives RVA.
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theShift + Pivot
Sometimes the detour is the direction.
This month's speakers are Mika-Taché St. Fleur, brand strategist and founder of Saint MGMT, and Josh Epperson, museum exhibition writer, activist, and brand strategist.
Our October conversation centers on the pivot. Not as a highlight reel moment. Not as a clean before and after. But as the real, often messy, sometimes terrifying decision to change direction when something is no longer working — or when something better is calling.
As Black creatives, we pivot constantly. We navigate industries that were not built for us. We outgrow rooms that once felt like home. We make decisions with incomplete information, under pressure, and sometimes without anyone to tell us it is going to be okay.
This conversation explores what it actually looks like to pivot — how you know when it is time, how you make the move when the path is not clear, and the honest truth about whether every pivot leads to where you hoped it would.
Event Details
Doors open at 6:30 PM for a casual happy hour. Guests are welcome to arrive early, settle in, and connect with others in the room. Light bites will be available, and drinks can be purchased at the bar.
The program will begin promptly at 7:00 PM.
What to Expect
• An intimate and intentional space for listening and conversation
• Honest reflection on the creative journey
• Opportunities to connect with other creatives in the room
• A chance to explore the shifts shaping your own path
Who Should Attend
The Shift is open to anyone who considers themselves a creative and is looking for meaningful connections. We center those working in creative industries and those who work alongside us, but this space is open to all who value creativity, growth, and community.
Cost to Attend
Tickets for The Shift are free, but space is limited to keep the experience intimate and participatory. Please only register for a free ticket if you plan to attend. If your plans change and you are unable to join us, we kindly ask that you release your ticket so another member of the community can take your place.
We also offer a limited number of supporter tickets for those who would like to contribute to the work we are doing at Black Creatives RVA. Each supporter ticket includes admission plus your choice of a theShift notebook, sticker pack, or t-shirt.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 23.18
