Chaired by Joanna M Hackett, Vice President and Head of Health Systems Services at IQVIA, this session celebrates women entrepreneurs who are not only leading the charge in pivotal Life Sciences and Healthcare industries but are also redefining what it truly means to create impact through science and business. Our guest panellists are Rakhi Rajani, Chief Digital and Strategy Officer Genomics England; Barbara Fleck, Partner, Appleyard Lees; Karolina Zapadka, Senior Investment Manager, Parkwalk; and Pahini Pandya, CEO & Founder, Panakeia.

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In the fast-evolving fields of genomics and biotech, women founders are driving breakthroughs that are reshaping healthcare and medicine. From harnessing cutting-edge technologies to addressing complex challenges, these trailblazers are transforming the future of health innovation. But can biotech and precision medicine deliver both profitability and equitable healthcare?

This session celebrates women entrepreneurs who are not only leading the charge in these pivotal industries but are also redefining what it truly means to create impact through science and business. Are traditional models of innovation enough to solve global healthcare challenges, or is it time for a radical rethink? How can entrepreneurs in genomics balance the race for breakthroughs with ethical considerations and long-term impact? Join us for a discussion that delves into these questions, explores the journeys of these trailblazing women, and dives into the cutting-edge advancements – and provocations – they are championing.