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Brooke Oberwetter
Senior Communications and Public Affairs Leader
Brooke Oberwetter is a professional who is currently taking a career break to focus on full-time parenting.2 She previously worked at Meta (formerly Facebook) for over five years, where she held a leadership role in strategic external affairs and public policy initiatives.3
Brooke has expertise in digital communications and has intentionally shaped her career to allow for work-life balance and flexibility, particularly in preparation for parenthood.1 She became a mother about two months prior to August 2021, based on an article she wrote sharing advice for balancing career and family planning.1
In June 2023, Brooke announced that she would be taking some time off during the summer to focus on being a mom while her family navigated changes in their childcare arrangements.2 This aligns with her previously stated career goals of finding work that allows for flexibility and accommodates family needs.1
Throughout her career, Brooke has emphasized the importance of:
- Choosing a career path that aligns with desired work-life balance
- Financial planning and side projects to build skills and income
- Selecting a partner with shared family goals
- Gaining practical experience with childcare
- Building a strong support network of friends
Her LinkedIn username is indeed brookeob1, as mentioned in the query.
