From Pause to Play: Navigating Career Comebacks - Virtual

GUEST SPEAKER: Yvonne Foo

TOPIC: From Pause to Play: Navigating Career Comebacks

WHEN: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 – 12:00PM-1:00PM CST

Hosted By: Michell Stockmann

Yvonne Foo is an accomplished technology leader with over a decade of experience, currently driving innovation at a top financial services firm. She is instrumental in delivering cutting-edge tech solutions that improve efficiency and impact.

A recognized thought leader and public speaker, Yvonne has shared her expertise on many stages, including TEDx St. Louis, where she discussed career relaunches and the value of second chances in tech.

Yvonne is passionate about mentorship, dedicating time to guide emerging professionals in a fast-paced industry. She is a committed advocate for diversity, focused on building an inclusive environment within technology. Her strong commitment to representation and empowering communities earned her the Unsung Hero Award at the 2022 OCA National Convention.

Known for her authenticity, Yvonne uses her platform to inspire action, elevate underrepresented voices, and champion meaningful changes in the tech sector. Her compelling voice inspires others to embrace inclusivity and foster an environment where everyone’s voices are heard and celebrated.

What happens when life takes you off the career path you worked so hard to build? For Yvonne Foo, stepping away from her thriving career in tech felt like the end of a chapter – until it became the beginning of an even stronger one. In this inspiring talk, she shares how she rebuilt her career after a break, the surprising opportunities that opened up, and the lessons that can help anyone facing change or uncertainty.

Join this session if you want to leave with renewed confidence, fresh perspective, and proof that a pause doesn’t close doors. It can open new ones.

Presentation takeaways:

Key takeaways:

* Knowing how to turn a career break into a launchpad for growth.

* Learn practical strategies to re-enter the workforce with confidence and clarity.

* Discover how return to work programs and support networks can accelerate your comeback.

* Gain insights from real lessons learned about rebuilding a career

Contact this Speaker Directly:
Yvonne Foo: Manager, Financial Services

Email: YVONNE.Y.FOO@GMAIL.COM

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonnefoo