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Upcoming Events2024-2025 Annual Theme: Grit, Growth, Gratitude
The journey of a woman, especially professionally, is an ever-evolving experience that, while integrated in the world, is still very unique to each of us. Women strive to break barriers, shatter glass ceilings, and pave the way for future generations through their careers. This journey entails embracing and representing grit, growth, and gratitude. For many women, particularly in the STEM industries, grit means tackling challenges head-on. Through grit and determination to continue the journey, women embody an infinite growth ability. Professionally, growth is not just about accumulating knowledge but also about evolving as individuals and as leaders. This means seeking out opportunities for mentorship, collaboration, and continuous education. This the mission that WEST seeks to fill, and one of the many facets of the WEST community that our members love. As women grow, we reflect on the grit, growth, support, and opportunities required to get where we are, and embrace gratitude. For WEST, gratitude extends past the individual journey and leads us to generously give back to the community that has empowered us. After much reflection, as well as looking ahead to the future, these tenets, grit, growth, and gratitude, have been selected as WEST’s Annual Theme for 2024-2025. may7 How to Have Difficult Conversations with Ease Have you ever dreaded having a conversation you knew you needed to have? Whether it’s addressing an awkward situation, standing up for yourself, delivering unpleasant news, or asking for a promotion, it’s not always easy. As a professional woman in the STEM field, how do you handle difficult conversations with grace & ease? This session will be led by Mary Cheyne. Location: Zoom
Cost: Members: $5; Non-Members: $15 may13 Rethinking Networking for Introverts: A Strategy Session for Mindset and Behavioral Shifts We've invited three coaches in our community to share strategies and new perspectives on how to navigate an evening of networking without the worry and dread. WEST Board members Laurie Bohn and Pallavi Srivastava Srivastava along with WEST Past President Etta Jacobs will share key insights, strategies and stories of success. You will also get to hear directly from a senior leader, a self-described introvert, who has found ways to prepare herself ahead of time so she can show up with confidence. She's learned that it's all about the preparation! At the end of the in-person session, you will:
Location: Just A Start, 430 Rindge Ave., Cambridge, MA 02140
Cost: Members: $15; Non-Members: $30 may14 WEST Open House: Explore Partnership & Sponsorship Opportunities Are you curious about how your organization can engage with and support WEST? Join us for a special open house event designed for companies interested in partnership and sponsorship opportunities. Connect with WEST Board Members and community leaders, and hear firsthand from members about the value WEST brings—from why they got involved to how it’s impacted their careers. We’ll highlight our diverse programming, including professional development workshops, mentoring opportunities, and our vibrant community of women in STEM. You'll also learn about the many ways to get involved, including hosting events by donating venue space, becoming a sponsor, paying for memberships or event tickets for company employees, etc. Discover how partnering with WEST not only supports our mission, but also provides meaningful engagement and visibility for your organization. Location: Zoom
Cost: Free may21 WoW - WEST on Wednesdays Networking The WoW - WEST on Wednesdays Networking series has become one of our most popular! These events are great opportunities to network with other STEM professionals while enjoying drinks and appetizers. Location: Beam Therapeutics, 238 Main St., Cambridge, MA
Cost: Members: $0; Non-Members: $10 may29 Career Possibilities Panel & Speed Networking - Regulatory, Clinical Trials, Technical Clinical Writing 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. Location: Zoom
Cost: Free to All June24 WEST Women's Health Panel: Innovation and Investment - Is the Tide Turning? Join WEST for an insightful and interactive panel discussion exploring the latest advancements and investments in women's health. Building off last year's momentum around women's health, we are hosting a panel that will focus on real-world innovations shaping the future of healthcare for women. Our expert panelists spanning biotech and investment will dive into key innovation areas such as cardiovascular disease, oncology, and autoimmune disorders. Location: Bayer CoLab, 238 Main St., Cambridge, MA 02142
Cost: Members: $0; Non-Members: $10 July29 Unlocking Mental Fitness: How to Stress Less and Focus More In this engaging session, you'll discover how to strengthen your mental fitness — your capacity to handle life’s challenges with greater ease and clarity. Drawing on powerful insights from neuroscience and Positive Intelligence (PQ), Melissa O'Hara will share practical strategies to help you:
If you're ready to feel more energized, focused, and in control, this session will give you simple tools to get started. Location: Zoom
Cost: Members: $5; Non-Members: $15 Aug6 Deep Work in a Distracted World: Skills to Sharpen Your Focus In our world of constant notifications, endless emails, and overflowing to-do lists, the ability to focus has become incredibly challenging, risking our ability to achieve our most important goals. In his book Deep Work, Cal Newport explores how we can cultivate sustained concentration in the face of these challenges. Join our interactive 60-minute virtual discussion where we'll explore Newport's four strategies for enhanced productivity:
Location: Zoom
Cost: Members: $5; Non-Members: $15 Sep16 Career Possibilities Panel & Speed Networking - Life Sciences Corporate Communication 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. Location: Zoom
Cost: Free to All oct2 Tantalizing Technical Talks: How to Make Complex & Bland Topics Captivating & Compelling When you join me in this talk, you will receive methods that I’ve shared in training over 30,000 career professionals in 30 cities internationally so you can influence with impact. In this fun and interactive session, you will:
Location: Lab Central, 700 Main St., North, Cambridge, MA
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