Lisa Columbia Snyder, I had zero experience in sales before that job. Having said that, I have family members you have experience similar to yours- took a beak for the most important and challenging mission- raising children.

They networked for bosses — reached out to folks who had similar challenges in their history and currently gainfully employed. They could relate and went out of the way to help. Where to find these people? Ask around in your town/city about executives (especially women) who took a concious break and bloomed.

Hope this helps.