Empowering Women in Life Science Supply Chain Management

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What Do We Offer
Inclusive Community

Foster a diverse, inclusive, and supportive environment for women in the life sciences.

Empowerment & Growth
Provide networking, mentorship, and professional development to promote leadership and innovation.
Advocacy & Representation
Elevate women’s voices and advocate for equal representation across the industry.
Future Leadership
Inspire and support the next generation of leaders and changemakers in science.

Join our mentorship network — as a Mentor or Mentee — and grow together

The Genesis:
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

Our Core Purpose: Driving Change

“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.

Mission Statement

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.

Value Statement

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.

Meet The Team
Kristin Ekwall

Kristin Ekwall

Co-Chair

Mary Yurkovic

Mary Yurkovic

Co-Chair

Dyma Khudari

Dyma Khudari

Vice Chair

Mechelle Moore

Mechelle Moore

Event & Programming Lead

Nevada Blair

Nevada Blair

Mentorship & Career Development Co-Lead

Audra Gavelis

Audra Gavelis

Mentorship & Career Development Co-Lead

Jennifer Arellano

Jennifer Arellano

Membership & Community Engagement Lead

Leslie Rodriguez

Leslie Rodriguez

Communications & Marketing Lead

Our Upcoming Events

Stay informed about our latest conferences, summits, and networking opportunities. Join us to connect, collaborate, and stay ahead in life sciences supply chain.

Webinars & More

Event Name

Date & Location

Registration

BSMA 19th Annual Conference 2027
April 13-15, 2027
Steering Committee Meetings
Steering Committee
Date & Time

Registration

BSMA Advisory Board Meeting
Thu, Sep 10, 2026
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Pacific Time
BSMA MEMBER MEETING: Solution Provider Advisory Board
Wed, Sep 16, 2026
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM Pacific Time
Inaugural Meeting of BSMA AI Foundry
Thu, Sep 17, 2026
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM Pacific Time
Workstream Group Meetings (Only for Clinical Supply and Operations Steering Committee)
Workstream Group
Date & Time

Registration

BSMA Clinical Supply & Planning Operations Workstream Group Mtg
Mon, Oct 19, 2026
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM Pacific Time
BSMA Clinical Supply Technology Workstream Group Mtg
Mon, Oct 26, 2026
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM Pacific Time
Events Hosted by Almac Clinical Services
Webinar: Supply with Confidence; Smarter Forecasting, Leaner Inventory and Greater Flexibility
Wed, Sep 30, 2026
10:00 AM ET/ 3:00 PM BST
3-Part Podcast Series: Behind the Breakthroughs: How Almac Powers Clinical Trial Success with Care
Available Now
Podcast: From Protocol to Patient: Inside Clinical Supply with Almac Clinical Services | BioPharma Dive
Available Now
Podcast: Navigating the new Clinical Trial Regulation in the United Kingdom (UK)
Available Now
Introducing the BioPharma Event Compass: a new global calendar for life sciences events.
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