Empowering Women in Life Science Supply Chain Management
We are a platform for mentoring, support, and recognition of Women in Life Science. Join Us Today!
Foster a diverse, inclusive, and supportive environment for women in the life sciences.
Join our mentorship network — as a Mentor or Mentee — and grow together
Recognizing the Need for this Group
Insights from “Breaking Barriers: Women Leading Innovation in Supply Chain Management of Life Sciences”
Panel Discussion BSMA Annual Conference March 26th :
- Challenges faced by women in Supply Chain Management are significant and unique.
- Issues addressed include:
- Breaking the Glass Ceiling
- Navigating the Gender Gap
- Pay Equity
- Representation
- Unconscious Bias
- Work-Life Integration
- The need for mentorship, sponsorship, and building supportive networks to empower future generations of women leaders.
- Lack of access to capital.
Our Purpose, Values & Mission
“We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, empowering, and ethical community that supports women’s growth, leadership, and recognition in the life sciences through collaboration, mentorship, and a commitment to excellence.”
“Driving Change For Women In Life Science & Supply Chain”
Our Goal: Support. Connect. Lead. Inspire. Elevate.
The Women in Life Science group is dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive community for women in the life sciences field.
Our mission is to empower women through networking, mentorship, and professional development opportunities, promoting collaboration, leadership, and innovation.
We aim to elevate the voices of women in science, advocating for equal representation and driving positive change within the industry to inspire the next generation of leaders and changemakers.
We are committed to the core values of empowerment, inclusivity, collaboration, and integrity.
We value the contributions of all individuals, regardless of gender, and believe in fostering an environment where women are supported, heard, and recognized for their achievements in the life sciences.
We embrace diversity in thought, experience, and background, and strive to create opportunities for growth, mentorship, and leadership.
Our commitment to excellence, continuous learning, and ethical practices drives us to lead with purpose and inspire positive change in the life sciences community.

Kristin Ekwall
Co-Chair

Mary Yurkovic
Co-Chair

Dyma Khudari
Vice Chair

Mechelle Moore
Event & Programming Lead

Nevada Blair
Mentorship & Career Development Co-Lead

Audra Gavelis
Mentorship & Career Development Co-Lead

Jennifer Arellano
Membership & Community Engagement Lead

Leslie Rodriguez
Communications & Marketing Lead
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