Shayne Fitz-Coy is the co-founder of Sabot Family Companies, a long term investment company founded in 2016 in Stanford, California. Shayne is an innovator and entrepreneur with a keen eye for managing growing enterprises. Published Reviewed Latest Dear Class of 2025: Taking a Gap Year Isn't About Finding Yourself—It's About Figuring Out What’s Next August 7, 2025 · 5 min read In this guest article, Arar Han recounts how taking a gap year helped her gain work experience and develop a clear direction for college. Her unexpected year off helped to shape her future. Read to find out how it could do the same for you. Read more