2023- Women in Life Sciences - Panel Discussion SOLD OUT

Description

Join the Burnaby Board of Trade and Life Sciences BC for an engaging panel discussion with top women professionals sharing their experiences, stories, and thoughts on leadership in the Life Sciences sector.  

Enjoy Lunch and connect with fellow professionals during our networking reception, before the facilitated discussion with our panelists representing a diversity of backgrounds and experiences.

All genders are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Date:                     February 2
Time:                    11:30am - 2:00pm
Venue:                  Element Vancouver Metrotown 
                              5988 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby (map)

Tickets:                BBOT & LSBC members    $69
                              Non-members                     $99
                             (All tickets are inclusive of lunch provided)

Register:              Call 604-412-0100, email us or sign up online.
                              LSBC members, please email us for the member rate.

About the Moderator:
Wendy Hurlburt, is the President and CEO of Life Sciences BC, holding a critical leadership role in B.C.'s dynamic life sciences ecosystem. To support the thriving sector, she uses a collaborative approach to cultivate relationships between local SMEs, global partners, educational institutions and government. Building on that, Wendy also elevates the sector as a highly regarded spokesperson in key markets worldwide. In addition, Wendy is acknowledged as a promoter and advocate for the sector, attracting new business and investment opportunities to the province.

About the panelists:
Angela Brooks-Wilson PhD is the Dean, Faculty of Science and Professor, Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology, Simon Fraser University and Distinguished Scientist Canada's Michael Smith Genome Sciences Centre, BC Cancer. Angela started as Dean of the Faculty of Science at Simon Fraser University in October 2022, after two years as SFU's Associate Vice-President Research pro tem. Before that, she served as the chair of the Department of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology. She is also a Distinguished Scientists at the Genome Sciences Centre at BC Cancer, where she leads a research program on the genetics of healthy aging and the genetics of susceptibility to cancer, particularly blood cancers, in families and populations. Previously, Dr. Brooks-Wilson spent seven years in the biotechnology industry in California and BC.

Beatriz Rodriguez completed a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering in Cuba and then a Master of Applied Sciences degree in Chemical Engineering from UBC, specializing in Biotechnology. She first joined STEMCELL Technologies in a Manufacturing Technologist role, in which she developed and improved on processes, including troubleshooting protocols and equipment. Currently, as Director of Manufacturing ISO, on top of working across teams and departments to solve production challenges together, her main focus is to develop the leaders of tomorrow and to engage, inspire and encourage everyone to achieve their full potential.

Erica Zarkovich is the Senior Vice President, Government Markets. Erica is responsible for LifeLabs' core business, renewing and building relationships with government partners and expanding community lab access and equity across the community laboratory sector. In this role, Erica also leads key enabling corporate affairs functions, including corporate communications and community engagement. Erica holds an HBSc. in human biology/bioethics from the University of Toronto (Trinity College), an LLB from Queen?s University, and an LLM in Health Law from Osgoode Hall Law School. She is passionate about volunteering and sits on multiple not-for-profit boards and initiatives.

Jennifer Arntorp is the Sr. Director Operations and Site Leader for the Corcym facility in Vancouver (Canada). Jennifer s responsible for the Canadian operation and transitioned the entity from Sorin Group through Liva Nova to Corcym. She has 28-year of experience with the long term implantable medical devices including Research and Development, Engineering, Information Systems, Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance and Supply Chain. Jennifer has a degree in Applied Science as a Mechanical Engineer from the University of British Columbia

This event is part of our Diversity, Inclusion and Business Program.  

Thank you to our Platinum Sponsors:

Thank you to our Gold Sponsors: