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Stop thinking and start moving.

Write your story to create your path.

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Sound familiar?

10+ years in. Survived the re-orgs. Lost your agency. Too many roles to tell a clean elevator pitch. Yet your skills are immensely valuable. Ideas pull you everywhere at once. You don’t need another generic framework. You need headspace, movement, and a sharper narrative. Time to reclaim your agency. Point that multi-passionate energy at a new challenge. Step boldly into your next chapter.

That's Pathfinder.

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OCTOBER 11 — OCTOBER 18 — OCTOBER 25

Pathfinder is a small-group hiking series for professionals at a real crossroads.

Three Sunday sessions. Three different trails. Three parts each. Six learning modules. Twelve people. One story. Countless insights.

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Meet your guides.

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Sarah at Statement Co.

Sarah has spent her 15+ year career helping Fortune 500 leaders turn complex ideas into movements. Now, as founder of Statement Co., she coaches executives and founders to master the narratives that win over investors, teams, and customers. Having guided hundreds of leaders through critical inflection points, Sarah knows that real breakthrough isn't about having more options—it's about finding the clarity to tell your next story with conviction.

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Justin at WITH/in

Justin spent 25+ years driving growth and marketing systems inside global icons like Nike, Starbucks, and Best Buy before launching WITH/in. A business advisor and ICF- and EQ-i 2.0-certified executive coach, he helps senior marketing and growth leaders navigate high-stakes career transitions. Justin's core insight after decades leading teams: to intentionally run toward something of meaning, you must give yourself the space to be vulnerable and think out loud.

We’ve led career, teaming, and coaching workshops for hundreds of leaders and now we’re bringing it to you — in nature.

You’re invited to apply to Pathfinder, a Statement Within experience.

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Three sessions. Six modules. Your story.

OCT 11 8-12pm PT

01.
Who I Am

“The Foundation” — Capture your past roles, core story, and the unique skills and values that shape you.

“The Reputation” — Define your unique value proposition, professional summary, and what you reliably solve.

OCT 18 8-12pm PT

02. Where I’m Going

“The Vision” — Define your long-term career dreams, ultimate impact, and what success truly looks like for you.

“The Capabilities” — Evaluate your current strengths and identify key competencies to cultivate for your next move.

OCT 25 8-12pm PT

03. How I Get There

“The Direction” — Map your progression from your current role to future opportunities and destinations.

“The Steps” — Turn reflection into immediate, proactive commitments and asks to move your journey forward.

The immersive experience.

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Basecamp

45-60 minutes • We’ll gather at the trailhead for an engaging kickoff where we cover two core modules, setting the foundation and mapping out the framework to help you find your path.

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Hike

60-90 minutes • We’ll step onto the trail for guided group and peer coaching, creating momentum as we explore key concepts and discuss the day's topics in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

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Fireside

10-30 minutes • We’ll wrap up back at the base to unwind, reflect on key takeaways, and lock in commitments to prepare you for the session ahead.

You’ll gain elevation.

→ A tested framework that you can turn to again-and-again each time you face a crossroads

→ The ability to tell a cohesive story instead of fumbling through a fragmented resume

→ A clear idea of where to invest next beyond any quiz, worksheet, or application

→ Momentum that only comes from movement not sitting at a desk or in a conference room

→ Relationships that outlast the series, not 200 meaningless LinkedIn connections from a networking event

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It’s built for how you process.

  • Planners: Basecamp provides the upfront structure and a clear roadmap.

  • External Thinkers: The Hike offers side-by-side group coaching to move ideas forward.

  • Action-Oriented Learners: Movement and nature boost creativity and quiet mental loops.

  • Integrators: Fireside caps each session with concrete reflection so insights stick.

Different wiring. Same trail.

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Why this works (the research, briefly):

We didn't just guess that walking helps. It's been studied.

  • Walking increases creative output by an average of 60% compared to sitting — and the effect holds even indoors, meaning it's the walking, not the scenery. (Oppezzo & Schwartz, Stanford, 2014)

  • A 90-minute walk in nature measurably reduces rumination — the repetitive negative self-talk that keeps people stuck. (Bratman et al., PNAS, 2015)

  • Walking side by side, instead of sitting face-to-face, lowers perceived hierarchy — people report more openness and less guardedness in what they're willing to say out loud. A 2025 pilot trial found outdoor walk-and-talk sessions outperformed indoor conversation on measures of stress and anxiety. (Jordan & Hinds, 2016; Dickmeyer et al., 2025)

  • Structured peer coaching groups are shown to increase goal achievement and reduce burnout — the case for a 12-person cohort over a solo course or 1:1 coaching. (Boyatzis; Mann et al., JAMA Network Open, 2023)

Statements from the summit.

  • Justin Redefined Narrative

    “At the end of 2025, I started working with Justin to redefine my narrative, combat burnout, and clearly identify what I need to be happy and successful. Justin comes from my world, so he can provide guidance like no other and the result? I landed my dream job and start in 2 weeks. Justin is the best there is.”

  • Sarah Brought Clarity

    "I am always blown away with how she's able to bring clarity and cohesion to my whimsical ideas. They’re never afraid of iteration and feedback which makes the process fun, honest, and effective. They are the type of collaborators you are going to want to build all your big dreams with. I refer them to my best clients because they are patient, understanding and always gets the job done well. I can't say enough wonderful things about Sarah. She is the secret sauce."

  • Justin Boosted Confidence

    “Working with Justin as a professional leadership coach was a game changer for me. It was a weekly dose of a confidence boost with a shot of accountability to do more for myself. I am someone that always has to calculate a ROI, and know that my time is being used efficiently. And I can say without a doubt having a coach is the best investment one can make for themselves.”

  • Sarah Created a Clearer Path

    "As a result of the personal branding workshop, I feel as though I have a clearer path forward with greater confidence around how to speak to my value. I also feel sharper about my ideal client and audience, which previously was challenging to narrow down and define. The whole workshop felt very purposeful while remaining flexible and adaptable to my needs."

  • Justin Focused Career

    “Justin has a great way of asking the right questions at the right time. Through our sessions, I got much clearer on what I want (and don’t want) in my next role, which has made my job search feel much more focused and intentional.”

  • Sarah Introduced Resources

    "Sarah consulted with us about one of our unique communications challenges. She is insightful, creative, and generously shared resources that were new to us. I am grateful that she took the time to ask questions, get to know what we do, and really understand our particular challenge to offer solutions that were helpful and specific to our situation."

  • Justin Promoted Action

    “I’ve had the chance to study alongside Justin as a fellow coach, and what stands out most is his ability to balance strategic clarity with genuine empathy. He doesn’t just offer surface-level advice, he helps people get to the root of what’s holding them back and translates that into practical, actionable next steps.”

  • Sarah Actioned Confidence

    “Sarah gave me the clarity and confidence I needed to turn my experience into an independent consulting business. She helped me define my offering, sharpen how I talked about my work, and create messaging that felt both strategic and true to me. I walked away with a strong foundation, a clear point of view, and the confidence to actually put myself out there and get started.”

  • Justin Elevated Authenticity

    “Justin is a people first, empathetic coach. He offers a critical yet constructive perspective on challenges and opportunities for me. the balance of holding space for authentic connection while tying the work back to the "big picture" is a unique style of leadership that promotes alignment, direction and a and encouragement to bring my authentic self to work. Would highly recommend Justin for those mission-oriented and purpose driven professionals.”

Is Pathfinder for you?

Pathfinder is a fit if:

  • You're 10+ years into career and something's shifted.

  • You're in a role, but it doesn't fit the way it used to.

  • You're craving honest conversation.

  • You can commit to three sessions.

It’s probably not a fit if:

  • You're looking for a silver bullet instead of a process.

  • You want anonymity — this is a cohort, you’ll be seen.

  • You can't make all three dates.

Applications for October 2026 are now closed.

FAQs

  • Professionals with 10+ years of experience, currently employed, standing at a real crossroads in a large organization. If that's not quite you but the idea resonates, apply anyway — we review every application individually.

  • No. Trails are chosen for easy-to-moderate difficulty specifically so the focus stays on conversation, not endurance. You need to be able to go up and down stairs, walk on uneven terrain, and walk on gravel without assistance.

  • We are targeting 12 participants, working with two consultants and coaches across all three sessions.

  • Each session has three parts: Basecamp (30-60 minutes, framing and modules), Hike (60-90 minutes, guided group coaching on the trail), and Fireside (10-30 minutes, reflection and commitment).

  • Hikes will be selected and shared upon application acceptance. All hikes are chosen for their sense of escape and immersion in nature, not technical difficulty.

  • Participants arrange their own transportation to each location.

  • We'll be holding sessions rain or shine, so please dress accordingly. In the event of unforeseen severe or dangerous weather, we will work with the group to reschedule.

  • This will be an in-person experience only. We may explore virtual options in the future. Join our newsletter to stay tuned.

  • Participants need to plan on making all sessions, as there will be no makeups or refunds. However, you will have access to the digital course content and the ability to audit future cohorts.

  • Submit the short application above. If it's a fit, you'll receive an acceptance email with signup and payment details. If the timing isn't right, we'll let you know and point you to the newsletter so you're first in line for the next cohort.

  • Join the newsletter. You'll get Pathfinder updates and other resources, with no pressure to commit until you're ready.

Have questions? Send us a note at pathfinder@statementco.io.

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