- Victoria grows globally competitive innovation-intensive companies. Innovation is a people-driven process that thrives on diverse thinking and views.
- Now that business is embracing the performance-based argument, successful women in and those aspiring towards leadership roles need recognition to drive the pipeline of talent.
- Three extraordinary women were recognised today for their exceptional leadership within Victoria and Australia’s high priority strategic growth sector of biotechnology, medical technology and pharmaceuticals.
A diverse and gender-balanced workforce has shown to improve complex decision making, provide access to a larger talent pool and promote an inclusive environment for innovation.
2018 has seen the highest rate of female appointments to ASX 200 boards since the Australian Institute of Company Directors began tracking gender diversity statistics, a recent report reveals.
Now that business is embracing the performance-based argument, successful women in and those aspiring towards leadership roles need recognition to drive the pipeline of talent.
The BioMelbourne Network Women in Leadership Awards were launch in 2015 to recognise and champion women, at the different stages of their careers, who have made outstanding contributions to advancing the biotechnology, medical technology and pharmaceutical sector, and inspire more women to pursue leadership roles.
The 2018 Women in Leadership Awards were presented by Vicki Ward MP, Parliamentary Secretary for Industry and Employment at a ceremony hosted by the State Government of Victoria on Friday 11th May.
BioMelbourne Network CEO Dr Krystal Evans – “It is an honour to celebrate the achievements of three outstanding leaders as recipients of the 2018 BioMelbourne Network Women in Leadership Awards. They have each demonstrated clarity in their passion, purpose and personal commitment to advancing health innovation and making a difference to patient’s lives.”
The 2018 Awardees are:
Women in Leadership Award – Kathy Connell, Senior Director New Ventures, Australia and New Zealand, Johnson & Johnson Innovation
Most Valuable Women in Leadership Award – Dr Amanda Caples, Victoria’s Lead Scientist
Emerging Women in Leadership Award – Grace Lethlean, Director, Programs, ANDHealth
Pictured above from left to right – Dr Amanda Caples, Kathy Connell and Grace Lethlean
About BioMelbourne Network
BioMelbourne Network is an industry-led membership association for organisations engaged in biotechnology, medical technology, pharmaceuticals and health innovation in the state of Victoria. Our role is to foster links between companies, research organisations, financial markets and government, creating an environment for greater collaboration and prosperity.
Contact
Andie Beattie, Communications Manager, BioMelbourne Network – 0437705332 –abeattie@biomelbourne.org
