The Enterprising Women network, led by co-chairs Jean Mountain and Eileen Perry MBE DL, will host a breakfast panel discussing opportunities for women in STEM.
Women make up only 28% of the workforce in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and men vastly outnumber women in most STEM fields in college. The gender gaps are particularly high in some of the fastest-growing and highest-paid jobs of the future.
Our panel is made up of STEM sector leaders, who will focus on the importance of women being involved and successful within the industries.
They will discuss key factors affecting the future of the STEM sector, such as gender stereotypes, male-dominated cultures, maths anxiety and the gap in role models within these sectors.
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Panellists include:
- Aarti Raj, Strategic Account Director at Pick Everard
- Joanne Bekis, Partner and Relationship Manager at Medilink Midlands
- Ellizeh Bennett, STEM Ambassador at Chesterfield College
- Emily Smith, Operations & Finance Director at Michael Smith Switchgear and Chair of ICAEW Manufacturing Advisory Group
- Sandra Wiggins, Founder and CEO of Authentically Balanced
The event will cover:
- Ways to become a strong role model for the upcoming generation of STEM leaders and how promote greater female participation in the field.
- Barriers to recruitment, such as flexible work arrangements, maternity considerations, male-dominated work/study environments and using inclusive language to promote roles and courses.
- An opportunity for recruiters, STEM experts and employees to exchange insights, and discover effective solutions and best practices.
Agenda
- 9:30 – 10:00 Arrivals, networking and refreshments
- 10:30 – 11:15 Panellist discussion and Q&As
- 11:15 – 11:30 Informal networking
- 11:30 Event close
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