In honor of International Women's Day, Founder, Candace Freedenberg speaks at Connecticut Press Conference. Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz and Governor Ned Lamont of Connecticut welcome Untapped Potential Inc and WBDC...

State leaders recognized National Equal Pay Day and International Women’s Day on Friday at the Capitol for a Press Conference. Hosted by Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz, the program featured remarks from State Senator Mae Flexer, Women’s Business Development Council Business Advisor Sherry Konwerski, Untapped Potential Founder, Candace Freedenberg, State Rep. Cristin McCarthy Vahey, and Gov. Ned Lamont. The event brought together advocates committed to advancing economic opportunity

Join the return-to-work session for Banking, insurance and Fintech PLUS Law, HR and marketing. At Untapped Potential we want to bring experienced professionals back into these sectors, especially those who stepped away during caregiving years. This blog explores an upcoming event designed to connect forward-thinking business leaders with in-demand talent, aiming to reshape how these industries grow. Meet the talent!

On March 19, 2026, Untapped Potential continues its celebrated Return-to-work Industry-focused Series with a spotlight on Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain (Manufacturing, Aerospace, and CleanTECH). This powerful virtual event, held from 12:00 PM to 1:15 PM EDT via Zoom, brings together forward-thinking industry leaders and highly qualified professionals who are ready to relaunch their careers.

Connect with return-to-work talent and industry leaders in Healthcare, BioTECH, and Pharma at Untapped Potential’s industry-focused event.

Not an expert in personal finance? Knowledge of financial goals and metrics can actually help approach career pivots with more confidence.

Find your tribe...Get the support you need through Untapped Potential's Network of Support. Our community of peers...

Return-to-work | IT, Data Analytics, and CyberSecurity connects industry innovators with professionals ready to relaunch their careers. This event is part of Untapped Potential’s Return-to-work Industry-focused Series, a program that for 17 years has served as a bridge between forward-thinking employers and experienced professionals eager to reenter the workforce.

At Untapped Potential, we believe it’s not just about finding more people—it’s about connecting with the right talent. Our upcoming Industry-Focused Return-to-Work Session creates quick, meaningful connections between seasoned professionals and mission-driven companies. Learn how re-entering the workforce on your terms can become a strategic advantage.

When you’re in the mode of "discovery" for your future next chapter, it is wise to add a little "A" from the arts to the science side of #STEM, making it STEAM. In order to "Think outside the box", you may benefit from leveraging the transportive power of the arts.

Margarita Baquero is a strategic business leader with extensive experience managing global teams, driving digital transformation, and improving operations through data analytics and automation. She has delivered impact for leading Fortune 500 companies. Margarita also brings a deeply relatable personal story to her professional journey. In an UP coffee she shared that she had tried to apply a project manager's structured thinking to the work of family and home, only to conclu

Are you a mom returning to work or a professional looking to pivot in your career? This event is crafted just for you!

Our Lift Each Other UP Panel will feature women at different points along the career continuum: navigating transition, settling in to work following full-time parenting, and the working moms ever-present juggle.

An in person networking event connecting women with HR professionals in a relaxed, supportive community setting.

We came out to celebrate and recognize Finalist, Barbara Deloureiro, Founder of Vizionara LLC, an IT Consultancy in the Entrepreneurial Category.

Our events are designed with women like you in mind—educated, experienced professionals wanting to reconnect with your skills and reimagine your next chapter. Stuck due to caregiving? making a pivoting? seeking flexible work that fits your life today? Learn what to expect...