Success Stories

With determination and resilience, Verena Konul transformed her career from management consulting to tech. Through the Bring Women Back to Work program, she earned Salesforce certifications, overcame self-doubt, and embraced continuous learning. Today, as a Senior Salesforce Consultant at Merkle, Verena thrives on challenging projects, mentors other women, and inspires returners to persist and believe in their potential.

With courage and dedication, Urszula Gwiazdowska transitioned from the travel industry to tech after a 7-year career break. Through the Bring Women Back to Work program, she earned Salesforce certifications, expanded her skills, and built a strong network. Today, she thrives as a Salesforce Project Manager at Medela, combining her technical expertise and resilience to drive digital transformation and inspire others returning to work.

Resilience and determination led Nadia Bach-Bezaz from regaining confidence in the Bring Women Back to Work program to founding her own business, Inclusive Success. After earning four Salesforce certifications in just four months, she embraced her true self and turned her passion for empowering others into a mission. Today, Nadia provides training, coaching, and consulting to promote diversity and inclusion in the tech world.

Through the Bring Women Back to Work program in Germany, Maria Fernandez Cabral transformed her career path and found the courage to become an entrepreneur. Drawing on her experience in education and non-profit work, she founded The Eltern Hub, supporting expat families in Germany. With resilience, self-belief, and the power of community, Maria turned her journey into a mission to empower others navigating new beginnings.

With international experience across 11 countries and several industries, Lena Oliveira embraced a new chapter through the Bring Women Back to Work program. She quickly earned multiple Salesforce certifications and discovered her passion for technology and consulting. Today, Lena thrives as a Senior Business Architecture Analyst & Loyalty Consultant at Accenture Poland, combining strategic thinking, adaptability, and resilience to deliver impactful client solutions.

From a research career in geophysics and material science to technology, Erika Di Giuseppe reshaped her path through the Bring Women Back to Work program. Despite challenges of moving countries, motherhood, and self-doubt, she persevered and earned multiple Salesforce and Scrum certifications. Today, Erika thrives as a Salesforce Consultant at Merkle DACH, empowering clients with training and digital transformation.

Cristina Popa rebuilt her career in Switzerland through the Bring Women Back to Work program and is now a Business & Integration Architecture Senior Analyst at Accenture. With perseverance, community support, and five Salesforce certifications, she transformed self-doubt into confidence. Cristina’s journey shows the power of resilience, continuous learning, and saying yes to new opportunities.

Caroline Prelaz transformed her career through the Bring Women Back to Work program, moving from luxury retail to freelance Business Analyst in digital transformation. Along the way, she built confidence, expanded her digital skills, and embraced values like sustainability and giving back. Today, Caroline applies her expertise to support small and medium-sized businesses while inspiring others to shape meaningful, future-oriented careers.

The journey of Beata Maciejewska from university lecturer to Salesforce Developer at Nextview Consulting highlights the power of resilience and continuous learning. Through the Bring Women Back to Work program, she gained Salesforce certifications, expanded her professional network, and built the confidence to pursue a new career path. Today, Beata inspires others by showing that determination can turn challenges into opportunities.

Stefanie Yang Troxler built her career in marketing across Taiwan and Australia before moving to Switzerland, where she faced the challenge of restarting professionally. Through the Bring Women Back to Work program, she gained Salesforce expertise, confidence, and resilience. Today, she contributes as a Digital Integration Consultant at Accenture Song, helping clients shape their digital and e-commerce strategies.

After a successful marketing career across CEE, Jelena Nikolic took a break to raise her three children. Determined to return, she joined the BWBW program in 2023, where she gained Salesforce certifications, confidence, and a strong support network. Within four months, Jelena secured a role at Attention CRM Consulting in Hungary, quickly advancing to Business Consultant and Consultant Team Leader while also becoming BWBW Mentoring Lead for CEE.

After relocating to Switzerland and taking a career break, Spela Hafner Kalan joined the BWBW program to pivot from e-commerce to a new path. With grit and determination, she earned her Salesforce Administration Certificate and re-entered the workforce. Within a year at Integra Biosciences AG, she was promoted to Salesforce Team Lead and IT Project Manager. Today, Spela thrives in a role she’s proud of, in a company that champions gender equality.

After a successful corporate career in Asia and Switzerland, Joanne Vernouil joined the BWBW program during a career break. Although she didn’t become a Salesforce Administrator, the experience helped her rediscover her purpose and entrepreneurial drive. Today, she runs her own hybrid coaching business, supporting professionals through complex career transitions. BWBW gave her the mindset, tools, and confidence to launch and lead with clarity.

After a career in digital marketing, Diana Herrle Palau joined BWBW during a career break with two young children and a passion to move from user to builder in tech. Through the program and her first Salesforce role, she gained confidence, technical expertise, and clarity about her career path. Today, she’s a Senior Independent CRM Consultant, owning her professional journey with purpose and impact.