Join BIA in Edinburgh this May as they bring Women in Biotech to Scotland’s capital - an evening designed to connect, support, and inspire current and future female leaders in the biotech industry.

This special event will spotlight the findings from our 10-year analysis of female representation in biotech leadership. While the number of women CEOs in the UK is growing, the proportion compared to male counterparts remains flat—and may even plateau in the next few years.

They will dive deep into the insights uncovered in our recent survey, including the top challenges female CEOs face - most notably external bias from investors, boards, and funders, as cited by 65% of respondents.

What to Expect:

• An insightful panel featuring female C-suite leaders, CEOs, investors, and NEDs

• Honest conversations about the barriers and biases still present in the ecosystem

• A focus on actionable steps for improving representation and supporting emerging talent

• A relaxed networking drinks reception to meet like-minded professionals

Agenda

15:30 – 16:15 Registration & Networking
16:15 – 17:15 Panel Discussion & Q&A
17:15 – 20:00 Networking Drinks Reception

Speakers

• Clare Doris - Chief Development Officer, Cumulus Oncology

• Sarah Hardy - Director, Head of New Investments, Archangel Investors Limited

• Poonam Malik - Co-Founder, Microplate DX Ltd

• Deborah O'Neil - CEO, NovaBiotics

• Elizabeth Roper - General Partner, Epidarex Capital