WiLD is an inspiring and science-centric network forum for women in senior positions across industry and academia.
A network is for C-level leaders, board members, experienced specialists and top researchers
We are a network forum for professional sharing
4 annual networking meetings
Women in Life Science Denmark hosts four annual network events with focus on knowledge sharing, insight and discussion of industry relevant topics, in addition to talks covering diversity and inclusiveness. The meetings are hosted by different companies in the life science eco-system. You can read more about our meetings here.
Mentor programs
The mentor program is targeted towards female talent within Life Sciences. The program is a 12-month program launched November 2023. The program enlists members of WiLD as mentors to offer individual mentoring of up-and-coming female talents. This initiative is financed by the Lundbeck Foundation by a grant of 475.000 DKK. You can read more about our mentor program here.
Expert Panel
The expert panel is a panel of industry experts from the WiLD network. The panel can be accessed to contribute expert knowledge to the media and participate in public discourse – and thereby increase the visibility of female experts and role models both within the Life Science industry and in the society at large. The expert panel is targeted towards media, researchers and collaborators and will be publicized on the network’s web page. This initiative will be launched during 2024. You can read more about the expert panel here.
Inspirational lectures for members & non-members
Our lectures offer valuable knowledge and insights for both members and non-members. Whether you’re looking to learn about a new topic or expand upon your existing skills, our expert lecturers have something to offer for everyone.
Peer-to-peer networks – Small groups of WiLD members
WiLD’s Peer-to-peer networks allow for a collaborative and dynamic learning experience. Through confidential group discussions with experienced industry peers, members can gain valuable insights and skills to help them achieve their goals in any of a range of topics. The networks initiated by WiLD and are self-governing.
Our 5 peer groups launched March 2024 and have been greeted with great enthusiasm. Current peer group topics are:
Women's Health and ESG
Headed by:
Anette Steenberg
MVA
CEOs, C-level and board members
Headed by:
Rikke Christiansen
Bain
Development of female Leadership
Headed by:
Khushboo Verma
vCare
Digital transformation and AI usage
Headed by:
Anna Katarzyna Polak-Andersen
Cyxone
If you have an idea for an extra peer group, please reach out to WiLD: info@womeninlifescience.dk
Women in Life Science Denmark
is a network for women in the
Life Science industry
We wish to strengthen the value creation in Danish Life Science and unfold the full talent potential in the industry by increasing diversity in top management and specialist levels.
Women in Life Science Denmark Introduction
What do we do, and why should you become a member of Women in Life Science Denmark
What inspires you to work in the life science industry?
The 11th of February we celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science. We asked a number of our members, made up of female leaders and entrepreneurs in the industry, ‘What inspired you to work in the life sciences industry? See their answer below.
“I have always been inspired by the industry – probably because my mum suffered from multiple sclerosis. I have focused on the industry since the late nineties as an investment banker.”
Helle Busck-Fensvig
“I have a PhD in pharmaceutical sciences and developing and getting medicines to the market has been the purpose of my entire career.”
Ulla Grove Krogsgaard Thomsen
“Developing new treatments for diseases for patients and “cutting edge” technologies that brings value to society, has been the main driver to work in the life science space.”
Hervør Lykke Olsen
“As an MD, I perform research to be able to ask and answer important questions related to human health, e.g., how does exercise during pregnancy affect health of the offspring? Looking at my career, I can see that I have more often posed questions related to women’s health compared to my male colleagues. This is one of the reasons why gender diversity in life science matters.”
Bente Merete Stallknecht
“The urge to do good – to be a part of developing new medicine that can save lives is a great drive for me. I have always been fascinated by science, especially the biology and function of the human body and brain.”
Lene Gerlach
“I decided to leave the clinic and work in the life science industry, because I was interested in always following the newest cutting-edge medical science, and at the same I wanted to work with something that seems meaningful to me, and where I believe I can make a difference to patients.”
Anne Bloch Thomsen
“To work with something that has a very clear and meaningful purpose, and at the same time rooted in science, is a fantastic driver and inspiration when working in the life science industry.”
Jette Wagtberg Sen
“I was deeply inspired to work in the Life Science industry because I wanted to participate in improving the quality of life for patients suffering from diseases and to identify new drug products that could end up saving lives.”
Louise Lyhne
“Life sciences is the place where I am continuously fascinated by how we find new and better ways of treating maladies, and where my curious mind finds ease. I feel I can utilize my strengths and work with my passion – which is extremely motivating and developing.”
Tanja Villumsen
“I would say it was curiosity – and a longing for answers. After finishing my Ph.D. in neuroscience, I went to work in the pharmaceutical industry to use my skills to help discover new drugs for the benefit of patients.”
Lone Veng
“How can one avoid feeling inspired and fascinated? I like to work in this broad complexity and my background is useful and adds other perspectives.”
Marianne Søgaard
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