Retention Over Recruitment: Keeping Women in STEM Careers

Women enter life sciences in strong numbers - but we're losing them mid-career, and the engineering and manufacturing side of the industry feels this acutely. This intimate roundtable brings together hiring managers, technical leads, and senior professionals across pharma, biotech, and medtech to have an honest conversation about why women leave - and what we can actually do about it. We'll explore: Why women in technical engineering roles often hit a wall 5-8 years in How organisations are navigating flexibility in site-based and shift environments The credibility tax women face in highly specialised roles - and who owns fixing it What hiring managers can do right now, beyond policy This will be a working conversation, and we're aiming for everyone to leave with something concrete. Spaces are limited to keep the conversation focused. Please note parking is limited nearby - the closest option is the garage at 550 W C Street, directly across the street.