Career relaunching after a break? Pivoting into a new career? These require a whole different job search, and this session is built for exactly that moment. Join Kelley Biskupiak and Susan Rietano Davey, co-founders of Prepare to Launch U, for a conversation on returning to work and pivoting your career in the age of AI. Both speakers have lived this transition themselves, from Kelley's path through education and coaching to Susan's move from Fortune 50 tech into flexible work consulting and executive coaching, and together they've helped thousands of career returners find their footing again. They'll share practical, real-world strategies for closing gaps in your resume, reframing transitional skills for a pivot, building confidence, and using AI tools to your advantage as you re-enter or reshape your career path. Whether you're returning after time away or looking to upskill for what's next, this is a chance to hear directly from people who've built their careers around helping others do the same. Key Takeaways: Learn practical strategies for addressing career and perceived skill gaps and reframing your story with confidence Get guidance on how to use AI tools to support your job search and upskilling efforts Hear firsthand insights from career coaches who have helped thousands of professionals relaunch successfully
Kelley Biskupiak (She/Her)
Kelley began her career in Education as a teacher, then later in Administration and Curriculum Development, providing educational consulting services to urban school systems. After taking a career break to raise her children, she opened a thriving practice as a CTI-trained certified Co-Active coach. She is a LinkedIn Learning author-instructor and the co-founder of Prepare To Launch U - a learning company that provides instruction, inspiration, and community to women navigating work-life transitions along the continuum of life. Kelley and Susan Rietano Davey co-founded the learning company Prepare to Launch U that provides instruction, inspiration, and community to people navigating work-life transitions along the continuum of life. In partnership with the veteran organization FourBlock, they lead the renowned Career Readiness Program supporting military spouses. Together, they have helped launch thousands of career returners globally.
Susan Rietano Davey (She/Her)
Susan began her career in Fortune 50 Tech where she rapidly moved up the ranks from producer to manager to staff roles, and earned many top performance honors. After taking a career break to care for her children, she became a pioneer for the flexible workspace as a partner in a consulting and recruiting firm, Flexible Resources, Inc. Later, she ran a robust executive coaching practice. She is a LinkedIn Learning author-instructor and the co-founder of Prepare To Launch U - a learning company that provides instruction, inspiration, and community to women navigating work-life transitions along the continuum of life. Susan and Kelley Biskupiak co-founded the learning company Prepare to Launch U that provides instruction, inspiration, and community to people navigating work-life transitions along the continuum of life. In partnership with the veteran organization FourBlock, they lead the renowned Career Readiness Program supporting military spouses. Together, they have helped launch thousands of career returners globally.