Empowering Women in Biotech 2026 brings together professionals across the biotech and life sciences sector, alongside women exploring careers in the industry. The event features talks from inspirational women on leadership, pioneering innovation, increasing visibility in biotech, investment challenges, and ways to connect with peers. Pioneer Group is proud to sponsor this event and support its mission to inspire and empower women across the sector.

The event aims to:

• Encourage women to enter careers in biotech and increase the visibility of women in the industry
• Provide an inclusive space for attendees to share personal and professional experiences and career strategies from a female perspective
• Support women at any stage of their professional journey to continue a career in biotech and achieve their future aspirations
• Provide opportunities to connect with one another and grow a wider network of professionals working in biotech

Due to the popularity of this event, tickets will be limited to two delegates per company.

Agenda

09:40 – 10:10 – Registration & Networking

10:10 – 10:15 – Welcome  – John Mackenzie, Director (Scotland), Pioneer Group

10:15 – 10:35 – Ketnote Speaker – Poonam Malik

10:35 – 11:25 – Career Progression Stories

• Laura Kennedy, Training Manager, Roslin CT

• Anna Lothian, Senior Associate, Tower Mains

• Sarah Lynagh, CEO, Fios Genomics

• Áine Mishra, Head of Strategic Development, TauRx Therapeutics Management

11:25 – 11:35 – Comfrot Break

11:35 – 11:50 – 5 Minutes Career Stories So Far

• Maryori Jardim, Account Manager, Sampled

• Zandile Nare, Senior Scientist – Protein, Biophysics and Structural Biology (PBSB), Concept Life Sciences

11:50 – 12:50 – Passing The Torch

• Fiona Nielsen, Director, Pioneer Group

• Harriet Lester, Associate, Pioneer Group

12:50 – 12:55 – Conference Close – Karen Davies, Head of Strategic Partnerships, Equans Sci-Tech

12:55 – 14:00 – Lunch & Networking