Listen "EP 292: Relocating from Mexico and relaunching in NYC after an 8 year break, with Elia O’Rourke"
Episode Synopsis
Elia O'Rourke, a native of Mexico, found her career path after moving to New York City, where she met her husband during an exchange program. Elia took an eight year career break to raise her three daughters. During this time, she learned English by watching TV, and went through the process to validate her Bachelor's degree in accounting earned at a university in Mexico through World Education Services.
In October 2021, Elia returned to work through Lockheed Martin's Chapter Next program where she worked for a year and a half as an associate proposal analyst. From there, she was recruited by BBVA into her current role as a global cash management implementation lead. Join us as we hear Elia's inspiring relaunch journey.
In October 2021, Elia returned to work through Lockheed Martin's Chapter Next program where she worked for a year and a half as an associate proposal analyst. From there, she was recruited by BBVA into her current role as a global cash management implementation lead. Join us as we hear Elia's inspiring relaunch journey.
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