How a Financial Firm Created a Return-to-Work Program for Caregivers

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore a mid-sized financial services firm, Meridian Capital, that launched a structured return-to-work program specifically for employees who had taken extended career breaks for caregiving. The program offers a 12-week phased return with reduced hours, full benefits, and a dedicated mentor. We discuss the program's design, its impact on retaining experienced women and men over 40, and how it addresses the 'caregiver penalty' that often holds back careers. Lucas shares data on participation and promotion rates, while Luna connects it to broader trends in returning talent. A concrete look at one company's solution to a persistent career gap. #ReturnToWork #CaregiverSupport #CareerBreak #MeridianCapital #MidCareer #WomenInFinance #InclusiveHiring #PhasedReturn #Mentorship #CaregiverPenalty #RetentionStrategy #TalentPipeline #DiversityAndInclusion #Careers #HumanResources #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #WorkLifeBalance Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo