Return-to-Work | Kick-off to an Industry-Focused Series
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For professionals returning to the workforce after caregiving or navigating a career pivot, the biggest challenge is rarely talent or ambition. It is visibility. It is access. It is finding an on-ramp that recognizes experience without penalizing a career gap.
The Return-to-Work | Kick-off to Industry-Focused Series is designed to change that narrative.
Hosted by Untapped Potential, this short but powerful virtual event sets the stage for an innovative, employer-informed series that connects experienced professionals with forward-thinking industries actively seeking talent. It also invites employers to become part of a smarter, more inclusive workforce solution.
This kickoff is not about job boards or one-size-fits-all hiring. It is about alignment, readiness, and building pathways where experienced talent and growing industries meet with purpose.
Why This Event Exists
Across industries, employers report the same challenge. They need skilled, reliable professionals, yet critical roles remain unfilled. At the same time, thousands of educated and experienced professionals struggle to re-enter the workforce because their resumes include a caregiving gap. Untapped Potential addresses this disconnect directly.
This kickoff event introduces the Industry-Focused Series, a bi-annual initiative now entering its 18th cycle. The series brings employers and returning professionals together in a structured, low-friction environment that prioritizes skills, readiness, and mutual value.
The goal is simple and powerful. Reduce barriers for employers to access experienced talent. Increase visibility and opportunity for professionals returning or pivoting their careers after caregiving.
Who Should Attend
This event is intentionally inclusive while remaining focused on impact.
It is for women returning to work after caregiving who want clarity on where their experience fits in today’s market.
It is for professionals pivoting into adjacent industries where their skills are transferable and in demand.
It is also for employers, industry leaders, and workforce partners who recognize that traditional hiring pipelines leave talent behind.
If you are rebuilding professional identity, reframing skills gained before and during caregiving, or seeking community and momentum, this kickoff offers a clear entry point.
If you are an employer interested in sustainable workforce development and access to hidden talent, this session shows how participation can support both business growth and economic resilience.
What Attendees Will Gain
During this 30-minute Zoom session, participants will learn how the Industry-Focused Series works and what to expect from upcoming events.
Attendees will gain:
Insight into the business case for return-to-work talent
An overview of how industry-specific sessions are structured
Clarity on how skills, experience, and growth drivers are matched across sectors
A better understanding of how Untapped Potential reduces hiring friction while increasing talent visibility
Supporting Returners and Pivoters Where It Matters Most
Career gaps due to caregiving often mask years of leadership, problem-solving, and adaptability. Untapped Potential reframes these experiences as assets, not liabilities.
Through initiatives like the Talent Engagement Pathway and the WorkUP Series, the organization works year-round to prepare returning professionals to add value in flexible, business-aligned ways.
This kickoff highlights how industry-focused sessions create space for:
Skill reframing that translates experience across sectors
Confidence rebuilding through visibility and engagement
Community and belonging with others on similar return-to-work journeys
Access to employers who understand non-linear career paths
Industries Featured in the Series
Following the kickoff, participants can engage in targeted Industry Sessions designed around real workforce needs.
Industries include:
Healthcare, Pharma, and BioTECH
Manufacturing, Aerospace, and CleanTECH, including engineering, supply chain, and project management roles
Data Analytics, IT, Cybersecurity, and Digital Marketing
Banking, Insurance, and FinTECH
Women-owned businesses, startups, small businesses, and nonprofits
Each session creates a focused environment where employers share growth drivers and talent connects with roles aligned to their expertise.
Upcoming sessions are listed on the Events page. Industry session fees apply.
A Workforce Development Solution With Real Impact
This work is more than a hiring initiative. It is a workforce development strategy critical to long-term economic success. By simply attending, employers take tactical steps toward inclusive hiring while gaining access to a talent pool often overlooked by applicant tracking systems. Returning professionals gain visibility, context, and a clear pathway to meaningful engagement. It is a win-win that replaces friction with connection and uncertainty with momentum.
Event Details
📅 Date: Mon, Mar 02, 2026
🕤 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
💻 Location: Zoom
🎟 Tickets: Free with RSVP
Take the Next Step
If you are ready to reconnect with your professional potential or be part of a smarter talent solution, this kickoff is your starting point. RSVP for the event to learn how the Industry-Focused Series works and how you can participate throughout March.
To continue your return-to-work journey, explore upcoming events or learn more about the Flexreturn™ program, a flexible pathway supporting professionals re-entering the workforce with confidence. You can also join the Untapped Potential community and stay connected to programs designed to help you return or pivot to your potential.
