The Summer Series kicks off on Thursday, July 13, with "When to Pivot from Your 9-5 to your Passion Project" at Platypus Patio from 5:30 pm to 8 pm. The mingle and panel aims to assist entrepreneurs who are considering transitioning to their passion projects. Moderated by Angela Pearson and Kaje Sanford, the panel will feature influential business owners, including Javia Gilliam of Pour Decisions STL, Danielle Deavens-Spencer of The Bold Xchange, Emily Johnson of Emily Johnson STL, MJ of Brand New Beauty, Jordan Renaud of Work & Leisure, and Lindsay Pattan of Pattan & Co. Entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to engage in discussions and mingle with like-minded individuals who have successfully made the leap.