Driving Innovation in Women's Health

Event has ended, we hope to see you next year!

September 25th, 2024

LESTER HALL
Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences 
at Old Dominion University
Norfolk, Virginia

A one-day, annual event where women converge to advance the industry with all stakeholders, men and women, front and center, joining forces. Experience inspiring presentations from life sciences professionals and an unbeatable opportunity to connect, network, and champion a career in one of the fastest-growing fields across the Commonwealth.

Program Agenda


Driving Innovation in Women's Health

September 24th

Get ahead of the early morning tunnel commute and a head start on networking!  Special thank you to our sponsor:  Hampton Roads Biomedical Research Consortium. 

September 25th
Susan Mitchell, Chief Executive Officer, Athari BioSciences
Elizabeth Onderko, Co-Founder & CEO, Capra Biosciences
Heather Richter, Executive Director, Hampton Roads Biomedical Research Consortium
Courtney Zydron, President & CEO, WorkersFirst
John Newby sits down with Chief Deputy Secretary of Virginia Commerce and Trade, Juan Pablo Segura. Hear about the perspective he brings to the administration as an technology entrepreneur within women's health.

Lara D'Antonio, Director, Virginia Coordinated Clinical Research Network

Heather Richter, Executive Director, Hampton Roads Biomedical Research Consortium

Tiffany Whitlow, Co-Founder & Chief Development Officer, Acclinate
Network with attendees, visit our exhibitors and learn from our student presenters.
What is self-care really? Go beyond bubble baths and massages to explore the concept of essential self-care. Debunk the top myths and obstacles high-achieving women face when practicing self-care with limited time. Prioritize and honor needs in order to show up as your best self.
Aurelia Flores, Investment Director, Virginia Venture Partners (VIPC)
Jacqueline Olich, Principal and Founder, Veza Alliance Management
Cathryn Paine, Partner, Anzu Partners
Continue the attention on these important important topics to advance our ecosystem.

Conference Location

LESTER HALL

651 Colley Avenue

Norfolk, VA 23507

Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences 
at Old Dominion University

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As of July 1, 2024, Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS) in partnership with ODU is now Macon and Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University. Here are more details on this exciting merger.

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235 East Main Street

Norfolk, VA 23510

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