20-22 May 2025
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Steliana
Moraru
COO / Chairwoman of the Board at OTP / Carierista
"Tech-Powered Career Comebacks: Helping Women Reclaim Their Place in the Workforce"
"Tech-Powered Career Comebacks: Helping Women Reclaim Their Place in the Workforce"
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Session: Tech-Powered Career Comebacks: Helping Women Reclaim Their Place in the Workforce
Despite the rapid growth of the tech industry, many women—especially those from underserved communities—struggle to reintegrate into the workforce after career breaks. Whether due to caregiving responsibilities, economic hardship, or systemic barriers, too many talented women are sidelined.In this session, we will explore how technology, mentorship, and strategic career interventions can create pathways for women to return to meaningful employment. Drawing from the impact of Carierista, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering women through job placement and upskilling, I will share:
Key challenges women face when reentering the workforce.
Tech-driven solutions—from AI-powered job matching to digital mentorship programs.
Best practices in supporting career transitions, drawing from real-world success stories.
How companies and leaders can create inclusive hiring pathways to tap into this untapped talent pool.
This session is ideal for leaders, HR professionals, and technologists looking to drive impact while building diverse and resilient workplaces. Together, let’s turn career breaks into career breakthroughs—powered by technology and community.
Key Takeaways
- Understanding career barriers for women – Explore the biggest challenges faced by women in underserved communities when trying to re-enter the workforce, including economic, social, and psychological barriers.
- How technology can enable career comebacks – Learn how AI-driven job platforms, digital mentorship, and online learning are game-changers in helping women transition back into the workforce.
- Actionable strategies for employers & leaders – Get practical insights on how businesses can create inclusive hiring pathways and tap into an untapped talent pool of women returning to work.
Bio
I am a dynamic and results-driven Chief Operating Officer with extensive expertise in business management, digital transformation, marketing, and corporate social responsibility. IAs a mentor and speaker, I actively engage in topics like leadership, communication, marketing, social-welfare technology, and corporate social responsibility. I am also a guest lecturer at local universities, sharing my knowledge on leadership, digital marketing, and entrepreneurship. Currently, I teach the "Women in Leadership" class at Skillab, an international learning platform dedicated to professional growth.
Throughout my career, I have led innovative projects that leverage technology for social good, including e-government initiatives, social welfare technology solutions, and software development projects. My professional experience spans Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), where I have successfully spearheaded digital transformation and impactful projects.
Beyond my professional endeavors, I am deeply committed to creating social impact. I am the President of the Board at Carierista.org, Board Member at Global Women in Tech, and a Board Member at UniHub – Bucharest University’s Entrepreneurial Students Organization, where I support initiatives that empower communities and foster inclusive growth.
Passionate about the intersection of technology, data, and community development, I am a dedicated advocate for #womeninSTEM, #leadership, and #entrepreneurship. I strive to inspire and support individuals and organizations in driving positive change.
