A Milestone Year for Vision and Growth

LIFE SCIENCE WOMEN'S CONFERENCE  2020

Focused on expanding opportunities and elevating voices in life sciences, the 2020 conference featured impactful sessions, expert panels, and strategic networking. The event continued to drive momentum for women across the sector.

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The Life Science Women's Conference, co-founded by Patti Rossman and Steve Fiske, is an unparalleled opportunity for women to accelerate their careers in the life science field through mentoring, networking, and education. As president of the life sciences consulting firm, Globiox, headquartered in Austin, Texas, Patti knows the importance of women taking leadership roles in life sciences, thus creating the concept behind The Life Science Women's Conference.

Mentorship, networking, and education are fundamentals to climbing any career ladder and the tools acquired at this event are specifically structured for women seeking advancement. The speakers program is designed to greatly contribute to educational and professional development. Our lineup of presenters will include some of the best and brightest in their distinct field of expertise. These powerful women will be focusing on women's enlightenment, career development, leadership role, networking, mentorship, and empowerment.

THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR CONFERENCE ATTENDEES & SUPPORTERS

Thanks to your dedication, enthusiasm, and engagement, we held an invigorating conference home to the inspiring collaboration it's known for. We hope you left with valuable connections and are looking forward to witness the impact of your incredible, new ventures.

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"Proud to welcome the @LiSciWomensConf attendees to the @CityofTampa!

It's great to see women in STEM industries come together for mentorship & professional development. These strong women are an inspiration for young girls everywhere!"

Tampa Mayor Jane Castor (Pictured), Twitter
Photo credit to Mayor Jane Castor and her marketing team

"This was a big week for #Omeza and it included connecting with some talented women at the Life Science Women's Conference in Tampa. Thank you to @PattiRossman and Steve Fiske for putting together an event that celebrates and supports #womeninSTEM. #omezaskin"

Omeza (Pictured), Twitter

Omeza

"My main takeaway from the show is that science is amazing, and I'm so glad to see women running more of it! Every presentation in the main ballroom was inspiring and interesting. It was really great to hear about work going on in fields across the spectrum. I also enjoyed hearing how each woman got to where she is. The certificate seminar was really useful. I am now energized to find science/business certificates that could help my career instead of weighing whether to go for my Ph.D. or not."

Attendee, Anonymous

OUR 2020 CONFERENCE TRACK

  • NEW FOR 2020! Investment & Funding Forum
New for 2020 by popular demand from prior attendees! Meet people who can help your new company grow by providing needed capital. Venture capitalists, angel investors, family offices and sources of funding in government will be on hand to listen to pitches by startup companies looking for funding.
  • Inspiration from Wonder Women
Hear from accomplished women who will inspire others to follow in their footsteps and take Life Sciences to the next level. Networking with these leaders and perhaps even find a mentor.
  • Career Conversation Forum
Enhanced for 2020! Learn about career strategies and career paths taken by women working in Life Sciences - the successes and the failures. Discuss specific challenges that women face in professional careers and how to overcome them. Hear from Life Science companies about their unique programs for women.
  • Entrepreneurship
Have an idea for a new product or service? Learn how to start and grow a company, including structuring it, licensing products, and protecting your intellectual property.
  • Professional Development
Mini workshops (1-2 hours per workshop) and speakers will provide attendees with tools such as negotiation, mentoring, networking, communication and many more to assist them in continually developing professionally.
  • Life Science and Technology Updates
What would a Life Science Conference be without science and where would science be without technology? Receive updated on topics such as gene therapy, innovations in clinical research, advances in the treatment of spinal cord injuries, stem cells, artificial intelligence, machine learning, block chain, regulatory guidelines, and more!
  • Time-to-Talk, Focused Networking Events
A conference favorite with attendees and vendors alike. Round table discussions on current topics of interest to women working in life sciences. Learn more about your fellow attendees and network with experts and speakers.

OUR 2020 SPEAKERS

Cherie Mathews
Cherie Mathews
Patti Rossman
Patti Rossman
Karen Zaderej
Karen Zaderej
Eva Dias
Eva Dias
Jan Flegeau
Jan Flegeau
Jerrica Dodd
Jerrica Dodd
Andie Kramer
Andie Kramer
Al Harris
Al Harris
Frandale Johnson
Frandale Johnson
Michael Airaudi
Michael Airaudi
Tracy Costello
Tracy Costello
Loren Murfield
Loren Murfield
Luminex
Marcey Walsh
Marcey Walsh
Patricia Lawman
Patricia Lawman
Renee Morley
Renee Morley
Susanne Armand
Susanne Armand
Tiffany Smith
Tiffany Smith
Laurel Arrigona
Laurel Arrigona
Sarah Kitlowski
Sarah Kitlowski
Keri Henderson
Keri Henderson
Jennifer Lauria Clark
Jennifer Lauria Clark
Lori Harvey
Lori Harvey
Stacy Arnold
Stacy Arnold
Karen Kline
Karen Kline
Stefanie Marquez-Vilendrer
Stefanie Marquez-Vilendrer
Leigh Holcomb
Leigh Holcomb
Anne Engemann
Anne Engemann
Candice Rezvanian
Candice Rezvanian
Zahraa Foraida
Zahraa Foraida

OUR 2020 SCHEDULE-AT-A-GLANCE

2020 schedule of LSWC
A Growing Community with Global ImpacT

Our Growth. Your Momentum.

With each year, the impact grows. Our attendees don’t just attend — they elevate. Whether you’re seeking visibility, funding, community, or mentorship, the Life Science Women’s Conference is where momentum begins.

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C-suite and Executives Attendees

Based on Past Conferences

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“I truly enjoyed meeting exceptional women at LSWC. It’s rare to find this kind of meaningful interaction at any conference.”

Kim Bond Evans
CEO, Seremedi
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“As an early career scientist, it was incredibly motivational to learn from role models I could relate to.”

Catherine Cheng
Ph.D. Candidate
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“It was very well organized. Everyone I spoke to agreed and is already looking forward to next year.”

Savi Mittal
Senior Manager, Ernst & Young
📍 The Marshall Center at University of South Florida Tampa, Florida
🗓 February 2-3, 2026

Ready to Be Part of What's Next in Life Science?

By attending, exhibiting, sponsoring, or speaking, you will be supporting women in life science.