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2021-2022 Past Events Career Possibilities Panel: Digital Health, Data Sciences May 18, 2022 6:15-7:45 PM EST In the world of business, careers are no longer linear or predictable. What was once a clearly sign-posted path as you progressed through milestones, a career road map is now circuitous presenting new challenges and opportunities at every bend. Life-long careers in one sector or one company are becoming a rarity as new technologies and shifting social norms disrupt traditional careers. Both employers and employees are seeking more diversity of experience, lifestyle flexibility and alternative paths. This panel is designed to help you think about your career path and the different options that are open to you. The panel will have an informational interview type feel with panelists sharing their career paths, a look at what their job entails, transferrable skills for those looking to make a change, tips for uncovering opportunities, advice for others, and how to make brave leaps. This event will be moderated by Julia Curran, Associate Director, shinrAI Center of Excellence for AI/MLr. Panelists include:
Thanks to our Series Sponsor: Gilead Sciences Career Growth Spotlight - How a great manager can support your career aspirations There is collective recognition that managers can have an outsized impact on their employees’ daily satisfaction and retention. In fact, it is often said that “People do not leave bad jobs; they leave bad managers.” We have all heard stories about the impact of toxic and/or ineffective bosses. Perhaps less frequently discussed are great bosses. What makes a boss extraordinary? How do talented managers boost their team member’s careers, confidence, and/or opportunities? How can you identify one of these unicorns when you have the opportunity to select a future manager? In the absence of a supportive manager, how can you leverage other relationships to enable your career growth? The panelists will address these questions and more as they reflect on formative experiences in their own careers. The event will be moderated by Laurie Bohn, a leadership development professional, founder of TalentVivo and WEST Advisory Board member. April 13, 2022 6:15-7:45 PM EST In the world of business, careers are no longer linear or predictable. What was once a clearly sign-posted path as you progressed through milestones, a career road map is now circuitous presenting new challenges and opportunities at every bend. Life-long careers in one sector or one company are becoming a rarity as new technologies and shifting social norms disrupt traditional careers. Both employers and employees are seeking more diversity of experience, lifestyle flexibility and alternative paths. Panelists Include: Thanks to our Series Sponsor: Gilead Sciences
Finding Your Voice through Creativity and Adversity In this event, we will tap into our creativity to take a fresh look at the role success and adversity have in helping us step into our authentic selves as people and as professionals. Through which lens do we consider something a success? How do you change your perspective to see your failures as opportunities for learning? This session will allow participants to consider their own experiences as a narrative and to explore their intersectionality as a person, professional, and creative force. Engineering Art: Radioactive, A musical about Marie Curie Participants will get a sneak peek of scenes and songs from the Marie Curie-themed musical Radioactive by Will Reynolds and Eric Price. You will discover the parallels in how artists create musicals about historical figures in science and their practices. The creators of this musical will speak about their research of science in writing the play and how these two worlds have combined to make a musical. These creatives will discuss the challenges of bringing the piece from hypothesis, workshop experimentation to presentation. Rockstar Lunch
March 22, 2022 12:00-1:00 PM EST Are you looking for an opportunity to network with local senior leaders? If so, this is THE event for you. Join Tim Clackson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Theseus Pharmaceuticals, and Jo Viney, Founder, President, and CEO of Seismic Therapeutic, for an engaging conversation. Registration is for WEST MEMBERS ONLY and will be limited to a maximum of 25 participants to ensure an intimate experience. More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2022-03-22-rockstar-lunch
Career Possibilities Panel: Commercial, Medical Affairs, Market Access March 16, 2022 6:15-7:45 PM EST In the world of business, careers are no longer linear or predictable. What was once a clearly sign-posted path as you progressed through milestones, a career road map is now circuitous presenting new challenges and opportunities at every bend. Life-long careers in one sector or one company are becoming a rarity as new technologies and shifting social norms disrupt traditional careers. Both employers and employees are seeking more diversity of experience, lifestyle flexibility and alternative paths. Panelists include: Thanks to our Series Sponsor: Gilead Sciences
More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2022-03-16-career-possibilities-commercial-medical-communication The Writer's Lab - Art and Science: Similarities in Processes Enjoy a unique Broadway experience on women in science to explore the intersection of science and art. This 3-part series is different then our usual WEST events in that we will watch Broadway stars perform and explore the parallels between artistic and scientific processes of creation and innovation. We have an opportunity to explore the challenges women face in their fields through the lens of Broadway performances. True to our mission to inspire, we will hear from compelling keynote speakers during each session. More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2022-03-10-art-science-writer-broadway Rockstar Breakfast Are you looking for an opportunity to network with local senior leaders? If so, this is THE event for you. Join Luba Greenwood, Managing Partner at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Venture Fund and CEO of Kojin Therapeutics and Eleanor Howe, Founder and CEO of Diamond Age Data Science for an engaging conversation. Registration is for WEST MEMBERS ONLY and will be limited to a maximum of 25 participants to ensure an intimate experience. More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2022-03-03-rockstar-breakfast
Career Possibilities Panel: R&D Clinical, Regulatory, Patient Outcomes February 16, 2022 6:15-7:45 PM EST In the world of business, careers are no longer linear or predictable. What was once a clearly sign-posted path as you progressed through milestones, a career road map is now circuitous presenting new challenges and opportunities at every bend. Life-long careers in one sector or one company are becoming a rarity as new technologies and shifting social norms disrupt traditional careers. Both employers and employees are seeking more diversity of experience, lifestyle flexibility and alternative paths. Panelists include: Thanks to our Series Sponsor: Gilead Sciences Rockstar Lunch February 10, 2022 12:00-1:00 PM EST Are you looking for an opportunity to network with local senior leaders? If so, this is THE event for you. Join Laura Sepp-Lorenzino, Chief Scientific Officer at Intellia Therapeutics and Shelia Violette, Co-founder, Chief Scientific Officer, and President of Research Q32 Bio for an engaging conversation. Registration is for WEST MEMBERS ONLY and will be limited to a maximum of 25 participants to ensure an intimate experience. More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2022-02-10-rockstar-lunch Be a Better Ally Regardless of your background, role or level, you can be an ally. In this interactive discussion, you’ll learn how with speaker Kim Meninger. We will:
More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2022-02-08-be-a-better-ally Healthcare Investments & Exits: 2021 Year-In-Review January 27, 2022 6:15-7:15 PM EST Join this “Rockstar” event to hear Katherine Andersen, Head of Life Science & Healthcare, and Laura Scott, Head of Southeast and Mid-Atlantic Life Science, present SVB’s 2021 year-in-review around key investment and exit trends for the Healthcare industry. They will also spend some time on providing some guidance around professional opportunities in banking and will leave time for audience Q&A at the end. Registration is for WEST MEMBERS ONLY and will be limited to a maximum of 25 participants to ensure an intimate experience. More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2022-01-27-rockstar-healthcare-investments Career Possibilities Panel: R&D Discovery January 19, 2022 6:15-7:45 PM EST In the world of business, careers are no longer linear or predictable. What was once a clearly sign-posted path as you progressed through milestones, a career road map is now circuitous presenting new challenges and opportunities at every bend. Life-long careers in one sector or one company are becoming a rarity as new technologies and shifting social norms disrupt traditional careers. Both employers and employees are seeking more diversity of experience, lifestyle flexibility and alternative paths. Panelists include: Thanks to our Series Sponsor: Gilead Sciences 2021 Get on Board: Inside the Board of Directors If you would like to serve on a board, are already on a board, or work with a board, join us for Get on Board! The panelists are directors of both for-profit and nonprofit organization boards, and will address issues relating to service as directors, including thcombinations of skills and experiences that boards are seeking, how to best position yourself for nonprofit or for-profit board candidacy, resources available to help you identify and take advantage of both paid and volunteer board opportunities, what it’s like to serve as a director on a board, and issues particular to women on boards. The panel discussion will be moderated by Laurie Pascal, Senior Lecturer & Program Director at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Panelists: More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2021-12-15-board-of-directors-panel Are You the Science Type? A discussion with women in science WEST has put together a program for high school students, college students, and our broader WEST community. We need more people in STEM careers and want to ensure the next generation has an opportunity to connect with and hear from local STEM professionals. During our time together, we will watch parts of short video clips, discuss in breakout rooms, and hear from panelists. Join us to hear from women in science and get good advice from accomplished role models. Panelists include: More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2021-12-09-making-a-difference-in-science Annual Holiday Party Cooley is pleased to invite you to Virtual Bingo hosted by Charlie Hides, star of Ru Paul's Drag Race. Charlie with be hosting three rounds of bingo and there will be prizes. Prepare for a fully interactive live show with songs, jokes, silly dances, and chats along the way. Everyone attending will get a bingo card sent to them digitally to play along with and enjoy the fast-paced game. Register soon as space is limited. More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2021-12-08-holiday-party-virtual-bingoUnlocking the Mystery of Drug Development & Drug Pricing Are you interested in getting a high level overview of the therapeutic drug/device development process? Do you want to learn more about the strategic and data considerations and regulatory oversight process associated with drug/device approvals? Do you want to understand how companies secure reimbursement and enable access to medicines? Join us on National STEM/STEAM Day for this informative seminar and discussion as we learn from experienced panelists about how new prescription drugs are discovered, tested, approved, and sold. This panel discussion will be moderated by Meena Subramanyam, Vice President and Global Program Leader in Takeda Oncology. Panelists include: More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2021-09-30-leadership-secret-weapon Rockstar Breakfast Are you looking for an opportunity to network with local senior leaders? If so, this is THE event for you. Join Meredith Fisher and Gregory Verdine for an engaging conversation. Registration is for WEST MEMBERS ONLY and will be limited to a maximum of 25 participants to ensure an intimate experience. More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2021-10-13-hybrid-team-workshop
Navigating a Hybrid Team Dynamic For over a year, employees have been working - remotely, in person, or through a combination of the two - the hybrid team. Some companies are opening their physical doors for more employees to return to face-to-face work, while other organizations are embracing the hybrid model which allows for a mix between in person and virtual collaboration across teams. How does one navigate this dynamic successfully? In this workshop, Laurie Bohn will discuss
More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2021-10-13-hybrid-team-workshop
How to be Inclusive when Differences are Less Visible Diversity and inclusion strengthen organizations by bringing a variety of perspectives that reflect individual strengths to collectively generate better ideas. Join WEST and Ipsen for a panel discussion on advancing inclusion when differences are less visible. Panelists will share insights about various less visible dimensions including and not limited to physical, sensory and chronic health conditions, mental health, thinking styles, values, gender identity, and more. The discussion will deepen your interest in and raise awareness of the less-visible or invisible (but no less widespread) aspects of diversity. The panelists will share experiences and suggestions for what organizations can do to be inclusive of these kinds of differences including ensuring psychological safety and an inclusive company culture. Panelists include: Leadership Secret Weapon: Put Your Oxygen Mask on First As leaders and business professionals, you are committed to leading your organizations and teams. Despite all the stress and anxiety you may be experiencing in your job and your industry, your team never sees it. You juggle many responsibilities with precision and composure. Along the way you may be forgetting about the one person without whom, you can’t succeed – yourself. Join Mari Ryan as participants share what works for them and where they experience challenges of prioritizing self-care. Participants will learn:
More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2021-09-30-leadership-secret-weapon
Speak Up & Be Heard: How to Speak Up at Work Without Fear of Being Judged
When you join Mary Cheyne in the virtual workshop, you will receive methods that I’ve shared in training over 20,000 career professionals in 30 cities internationally, to speak up & be heard so that you can receive the visibility that you deserve. In this virtual workshop, you will learn: More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2021-09-28-speak-up-be-heard Prioritizing Planning Helps Families Manage Financial Risks of Alzheimer's and Dementia Caring for someone with cognitive decline is a long, stressful, emotional journey. There are also significant—and unexpected—financial impacts on caregivers. Join Gabrielle Clemens and Lisa M Austin to explore how cognitive decline can have devastating impacts not just on those diagnosed with the disease, but on their caregivers as well. We’ll provide actionable ideas for helping you prepare the expected on your journey forward. More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2021-09-21-financial-planning-caregivers
WEST Dynamic Pod Mentoring
To help mentees achieve a personal or career goal by using small mentoring groups (pods) to obtain diverse perspectives that will provide an enriching experience for mentees and enable execution on goals through focused actions. During the application process, mentees will rate their interest in these key topics (career progression, leadership, personal growth, work-life consideration) and that will be use for matching their core pod. Mentees will also have the opportunity to explore the other topics offered and/or mentors for their flex pod time each session. More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2021-fall-mentoring-program How to Make Time for YOUR Goals, Even if You’re Drowning in To-do’s Time is the most important resource we have... but many people find themselves strapped for it. You've tried it all before - calendar blocking, to do lists, trello and every other system under the sun to break out of the no time cycle. And none of them worked. You end up overwhelmed and exhausted with nothing left to give to our own goals. It doesn’t have to be that way. Come and learn some simple solutions from Jamie Martin so you can find the time and the energy to go after YOUR goals. More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2021-08-19-workshop-time-goals
Easing Anxiety in the New Work Environment with Self-Care As more people are transitioning back to the office, join us to explore your complex feelings and discuss tips for navigating the new work environment. During the event, we will watch short video clips and share our experiences in breakout rooms. We will also learn some self-care tips to help us manage potential stress and anxiety that lie ahead. Kim Meninger will facilitate the discussion. More Information: https://www.westorg.org/2021-08-10-reemergence-self-care-discussion
Conquer Imposter Syndrome to Advance Your Career
If so, you likely struggle with Impostor Syndrome, a term for the feelings of self-doubt and inadequacy many professionals face, particularly as we advance our careers. In this session, you'll learn common triggers of Impostor Syndrome, including feeling different from the dominant culture around you. This is why Impostor Syndrome is so pervasive among women in traditionally male-dominated fields. You’ll also learn strategies to build your confidence and manage these disruptive feelings so that you can effectively achieve your professional goals. |
